Psychological Therapy Services

Psychological Therapy Services

I offer psychological therapy to adults from 18 years plus and consultation and/or clinical supervision to professionals. My work is grounded in over 30 years of experience in the NHS and draws on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR). I was trained and accredited in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) for over 15 years and whilst I no longer deliver this model formally, it continues to influence my practice. I am also trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) which also inform the therapies that I deliver.

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Conditions Treated

I work with clients struggling with:

  • Anxiety and persistent low mood

  • Sleep disturbances

  • Emotional eating and weight concerns

  • Smoking addiction

  • Relationship and attachment difficulties

  • Complex trauma and post-traumatic stress

  • Overcontrol and perfectionism

  • Difficulties following medical treatment

  • Post birth trauma

Therapy is offered in a compassionate, collaborative manner, tailored to your goals and readiness for change.

Therapeutic Approaches Offered

I am trained and experienced in a number of specialist therapies. Interventions are selected based on clinical need and client preference.

Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)

An evidence-based treatment designed for individuals who cope through excessive self-control. Particularly helpful for chronic depression, anxiety, anorexia nervosa, and obsessive traits. This is a behavioural treatment and involves learning specific skills to help manage social interactions in order to enhance social connection and intimacy. RO-DBT typically involves individual therapy once a week and a skills class once a week for a minimum of 32 weeks.

Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)

A collaborative therapy that helps clients understand problematic patterns in relationships and behaviour, rooted in early experiences. Sessions range typically from between 16 and 24 sessions. CAT is an integrative model and I typically incorporate other techniques such as dream analysis, story telling and trauma processing techniques.

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

A structured therapy used to process targeted traumatic memories to reduce the emotional distress they cause and alleviate PTSD symptoms. Sessions typically range from 10 sessions upwards.

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

A gentle, non-pathologising model that works with inner parts or subpersonalities, helping clients to heal from trauma and internal conflict. This approach helps to build self compassion and consequently relationships also improve.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

A compassionate and experiential approach designed to help clients deepen their awareness of emotional needs and work through emotional pain. We tap on acupressure points to either regulate emotions or process emotional disturbance.

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 FAQs

  • It is entirely natural to have questions or hesitations before starting therapy. I can offer a 15 minute telephone consultation to explore your needs and consider whether working together would be the right fit.

  • Therapy is typically offered in 50-minute sessions on a weekly basis though we can meet more or less regularly depending on your specific needs. Sessions are delivered online currently, though face to face options will become available.

    To enquire about fees, availability, or suitability, please contact me directly via the Contact page, email or phone.

  • I offer evidence-based therapies tailored to individual need, including Radically Open Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) as well as an integrated bespoke approach.

    The approach used depends on your goals, preferences, and clinical presentation, which we will discuss together from the outset.

  • Sessions are primarily delivered online to allow flexibility and accessibility across the UK and internationally. In-person appointments may become available depending on location and scheduling.

  • This varies depending on your goals and the type of therapy. Some models are time-limited (e.g. CAT is typically between 16–24 sessions), while others are open-ended. We can do a short intervention of between 4 and 10 depending on need.

    We can regularly review progress and adjust accordingly.

  • Fee information is provided on enquiry, as it may vary depending on the nature of the work (e.g. individual therapy vs consultation/supervision, groups and individuals).

  • Yes. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am also an accredited practitioner with professional bodies including the Association for Cognitive Analytic Therapy (ACAT), EMDR Europe, and a senior trainer in RO-DBT.