The initial consultation is a psychological assessment that provides an opportunity to discuss your reasons for seeking support and what you are looking to achieve from therapy. Alongside a clinical evaluation of your needs, this information helps to develop a psychological formulation and inform recommendations for therapy treatment. Before therapy begins, informed consent will be obtained, and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions about your treatment before deciding whether to proceed. Appointments last 50 minutes.

The right therapy approach depends on what you’re struggling with and how you prefer to work. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is structured and goal-focused, helping you change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours in the here-and-now. Schema Therapy goes a level deeper, exploring long-standing patterns and emotional needs that may be driving current difficulties.

In our first sessions, we’ll talk about your goals, history, and what you’re hoping to change. Together, we’ll decide whether CBT, Schema Therapy, or a blend of both best fits your needs. Therapy is always collaborative, and we’ll adjust the approach as we go to make sure it feels effective and meaningful for you.

Therapy sessions are once a week lasting 50 minutes. The number of sessions varies depending on your goals, the difficulties you’re facing, and the approach we use. CBT is often shorter-term and focused, while Schema Therapy can take longer when we’re working on deeper, long-standing patterns.

In our initial sessions, we’ll discuss what you want to change and agree on a plan that feels realistic and manageable. Some people benefit from a brief block of therapy, while others choose longer-term work. We’ll review progress regularly, so your therapy stays on track and aligned with your needs.

The fee for an initial consultation/assessment is £250 and for therapy is £190 per session.

Yes, I am registered with major health insurers, including Bupa Global, Cigna, WPA, Healix, and Allianz Healthcare. Please note that I no longer work with AXA, Vitality, or Bupa UK.

Accessing therapy through insurance often requires a GP or psychiatric referral. Coverage and limits vary by policy, so it’s important to check your individual entitlement with your insurer before booking. Your insurer will provide an authorisation code, which you will need when scheduling an appointment. Some policies cover a set number of sessions, while others offer a fixed financial limit. Confirming your cover beforehand helps ensure your sessions are fully supported.

Clinical Psychologists are highly trained mental health professionals who hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. They are qualified to assess and treat a wide range of emotional and mental health difficulties using evidence-based approaches. Their training also includes developing a psychological formulation — an in-depth understanding of your experiences and the factors that may be contributing to your difficulties — which helps guide the most appropriate treatment. All Clinical Psychologists are registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), ensuring rigorous standards of proficiency, education, training and professional conduct.

“Therapist” is a broader term that can describe professionals with different levels of training and backgrounds, such as counsellors, psychotherapists, or mental health practitioners. Many therapists are highly skilled, but their training pathways and areas of expertise vary.

In short, all clinical psychologists are therapists, but not all therapists are clinical psychologists. I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and a Therapist since I have additional post-doctoral qualifications in the therapy modalities, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Schema Therapy.

Sessions are confidential. Everything you share in therapy is kept confidential in line with UK data protection laws (including GDPR) and the professional standards of the HCPC and British Psychological Society. The only exceptions are rare situations where there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, or if required by law (for example, safeguarding concerns or court orders). If this ever happened, I would always aim to discuss it with you first before taking any action.

Your privacy is taken seriously. I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), and your information is handled and stored securely and in full accordance with GDPR.

Like all Clinical Psychologists, and in accordance with HCPC requirements (the UK regulatory body), I discuss my clinical work in supervision to ensure you receive the best possible care. These discussions are anonymous, and no identifying details are shared.

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