Dr Tanya McDonnaugh
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About me
My name is Dr Tanya McDonnaugh and I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy). I am experienced at assessing, and treating most psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties, big and small.
Being human can be a wonderful experience, full of joy and connection, but it can also be overwhelming, bewildering, and exhausting. As humans we are blessed with an array of emotions and drives, but this can leave us feeling confused or conflicted. Our threat detection system can set of false alarms that cause us to feel anxious in situations that are safe, making it difficult to do the things we want to do.
It’s no wonder many of us end up repeating unhelpful behaviours that defeat our interests, despite our knowledge and best intentions. Stuck in cycles that feel familiar but counterproductive, we often want change but don’t know how to make this happen, sometimes we need help.
You might be struggling with a specific problem like anxiety or low mood, or maybe you just have a sense that you aren't functioning at your best. Perhaps you have noticed difficulties in relationships, with your self-esteem, or in your ability to manage your emotions.
We will work together in a safe, non-judgmental, and skilled environment to achieve real change, rather than just a 'sticking plaster'. I provide services to adults, children and young people, families, and those looking for adoption support, with a specialism in attachment, trauma and emotional healing using evidence-based treatments such as: CBT, EMDR, ACT, and Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) and an undergraduate degree in Psychology (BSc Psychology). I am also accredited with the Association of Family Therapy.
I completed my Clinical Psychology training at UCL (University College London) and have over 10 years' experience working in the NHS and local authority settings in adult and child mental health.
I am trained in a range of evidence-based treatments including: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Systemic Therapy, Mentalization Based Therapy (MBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment based therapies like Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).
I provide services to adults, children and young people, families, and those looking for adoption support.
Member organisations
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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.
British Psychological Society
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
My particular areas of expertise include:
- Low mood
- Anxiety and worry (e.g. social anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias)
- Attachment/ relationship difficulties
- PTSD
- Emotion regulation
- Complex trauma
- Issues around fostering and adoption
- Developmental/ interpersonal trauma
Therapies offered
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Fees
From £140.00
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Fees start from £140 for an individual session.
Before booking an appointment I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation so that we can discuss your concerns and work out if the services I offer are appropriate for your needs.
I am registered with a number of private health insurers including WPA, Aviva, Cigna. I am not able to offer support to AXA , Vitality, or Bupa funded clients.
Please contact your health insurance company to check that they cover what you are requesting. You are welcome to contact me if you have any queries.
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