About me

DClinPsy | BSc (Hons) | PGDip

HCPC Registered | Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society | WPA Recognised Provider

One of the greatest privileges of my work is hearing people’s life stories and helping them to make sense of their difficulties. I offer my clients understanding and acceptance, as I know we are all trying our best and how painful it is when we fall short of the expectations we set ourselves. I aim to bring people relief and help them to go on to lead happier lives. I often say to clients that I am working towards the person they want to be in five years time.

Professional background

I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from University College London in 2010, following a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology. During my NHS career I progressed to Consultant Clinical Psychologist, combining clinical work with leadership, supervision, teaching and service development. I have taught at both University College London and the Anna Freud Centre and have contributed to research and professional publications.

I am registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council, a Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society and a WPA Recognised Provider.

Areas of expertise

I work with people who are juggling the demands of work, family and everyday life. They are often used to coping, but reach a point where anxiety, low mood or relationship difficulties become overwhelming. 

I have particular expertise in treating anxiety and trauma, including OCD, health anxiety, panic, PTSD, emetophobia and other specific phobias. 

I support people through significant life transitions, including: becoming a parent, career changes, separation, bereavement and other major changes. 

Whatever has brought you to therapy, my aim is to help you understand yourself, ease your distress and become more of the person you want to be.

My approach

I draw on several therapeutic models, which have been proven in research to be effective and conform to NICE guidelines, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Schema Therapy

• Compassion-Focused Therapy

• Solution-Focused Therapy