What is a Clinical Psychologist?
Clinical psychologists undergo extensive education and training in order to be able to practice. As a minimum this consists of an undergraduate degree, followed by a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. Following qualification, they are required to register with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are bound by professional and ethical standards to which they must adhere to. Due to the nature of the doctoral training course, Clinical psychologists have a range of experience supporting people from across the lifespan. They have often also undergone specialist training to further enhance their practice, i.e. in different therapeutic models or with particular client groups. They are trained to provide evidence-based psychological interventions following comprehensive assessment and formulation, with the overall objective being to reduce distress and enhance wellbeing. In addition, they are experienced in using a range of approaches, i.e. CBT, ACT, EMDR, and are able to integrate models in order to provide personalised treatment plans that best match the difficulties of each client.
My Approach
Everybody experiences psychological distress but sometimes this can get in the way of us living our lives. When this happens, talking therapy can help us to reflect on how we got to where we are and explore ways of moving forward. As a clinical psychologist I have experience helping people with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression and low mood, phobias, OCD, trauma, low self-esteem and grief. I also have experience of working with neurodivergence, including autism and ADHD.
My therapeutic approach is integrative and draws on principles from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). During sessions I will create a safe space for you to reflect, build on your strengths and enhance skills for nurturing your own wellbeing. This will be done collaboratively, compassionately and at a pace you feel comfortable with. As well as virtual appointments, I am able to offer in person sessions at a therapy clinic located next to picturesque Hengistbury Head.
Please note I do not work with people under the age of 18.
Qualifications & Registration
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Psychology BSc, University of Hull
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Foundations of Clinical Psychology MSc, Bournemouth University
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Doctorate of Clinical Psychology, Royal Holloway University of London
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HCPC Registered: PYL37628
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Member of ACP UK
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ICO Registered
I regularly undertake additional training and receive clinical supervision in order to continuously develop my practice.
Get in touch
If you'd like to arrange an initial consultation or assessment, or have any questions, please do get in touch.
Christchurch Therapy Rooms, 181c Barrack Road, Christchurch, BH23 2AR
07436 335422