Dr Omar Cummins

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MA (Oxon); MSc (Brunel); DClinPsy (UCL); PgDip CBT (KCL);
location_on Harpenden AL5 & London W1G

About me

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or anxious? Maybe you’re finding it hard to make decisions, manage stress, or feel like yourself lately.  You’re not alone. I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years’ experience supporting people through anxiety, low mood, trauma, stress, and major life transitions.

I work exclusively online, providing flexible, confidential therapy to adults.  Whether you’re managing daily stress or deeper emotional challenges, I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can gain clarity and make meaningful change—at your own pace, from your own home.

Sessions are 50 minutes via a secure Zoom or Bilateral Base link, typically once a week.

Online sessions make therapy more accessible—no travel time, no waiting rooms, just a confidential space from wherever you are in the UK or world.

My approach

I draw on a blend of evidence-based models—especially CBT, ACT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy. I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on a bespoke blend of approaches.

My style is collaborative, compassionate, and encouraging. You set the pace, and we work together on what matters most to you.

Are you ready?

 Starting therapy can feel like a big step. If you’re curious, I offer a free 20-minute ‘mini consultation’ to help you decide whether we’re a good fit. Feel free to get in touch—I’d be happy to hear from you. I’m currently accepting new online clients.

Training, qualifications & experience

I bring over two decades of NHS and private sector experience to my practice, having worked across primary care, adult mental health and neuropsychology.

My qualifications include:

  • DClinPsy from University College London
  • PgDip CBT (King’s College London)
  • PgDip Clinical Neuropsychology (University of Bristol)
  • MSc Applied Psychology ( Brunel University)
  • BA Experimental Psychology (University of Oxford)

I’m registered with the HCPC and am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also accredited with the BABCP and about to be accredited with EMDR UK.

Member organisations

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Registered / Accredited

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BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

HCPC
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.

They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.

Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.

BPS
British Psychological Society (BPS)

British Psychological Society

Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Areas I can help with:

I work with adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including:

  • Anxiety and overthinking
  • Low mood and depression
  • Work-related stress and burnout
  • Life changes or identity issues
  • Loss, grief and adjustment
  • Feeling stuck or unfulfilled
  • Past trauma or difficult experiences
  • Building self-worth and resilience

Therapies offered

Fees

£120.00 per session

Additional information

Please let me know if you plan to self fund or specify which company you have private medical insurance with. 

Please contact me for fees if you require an assessment and report rather than a course of therapy.

When I work

Please contact me directly for availability, specifying times and days that would suit you best. 

Further information

Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor our work to suit your goals, preferences, and pace. Whether you’re looking to manage specific symptoms, make a difficult decision, or find more clarity and confidence in your life, we’ll explore what matters most to you—and work towards meaningful, sustainable change.

Areas I can help with:

I work with adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including:

Anxiety and overthinking


Low mood and depression


Work-related stress and burnout


Life changes or identity issues


Loss, grief and adjustment


Feeling stuck or unfulfilled


Past trauma or difficult experiences


Building self-worth and resilience

Harpenden, Hertordshire, AL5

London, Greater London, W1G

Type of session

Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check info

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Online platforms

Zoom
Bilateral Base
Dr Omar Cummins
Dr Omar Cummins