Clinical psychologists aim to provide assessments and interventions to reduce psychological distress and promote emotional wellbeing. They typically hold both a psychology degree and a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, which involves rigorous training in both research and clinical practice. During doctoral training, clinical psychologists are trained in a variety of psychological theories and therapeutic models, as well as in administering and interpreting neuropsychological assessments. Usually, training involves undertaking placements in clinical services across the lifespan and in a variety of contexts, which may include child and adolescent services, adult mental health, learning disability services, and inpatient and forensic settings. This provides clinical psychologists with a range of knowledge, skills and experience across multiple areas. All practising clinical psychologists in the UK must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and undertake regular continuing professional development activities.

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The number of sessions will depend on your individual difficulties and goals. Sometimes positive change can happen quickly, while for other people, change naturally takes a longer period of time. After our assessment session, we will agree an initial number of sessions before having a review and then agreeing further sessions if needed. I tend to offer shorter- to medium-term therapy, as my skill set is aligned with being goal-focused and change-oriented. This means that, generally, courses of therapy range from a few months to up to a year.

Of course, taking a break in therapy is completely fine, and often it can be a helpful time to reflect and consolidate the work.  For breaks over 3 weeks long, I would need to offer the slot to another person waiting. 

Yes, sessions are confidential. However, there are limits to confidentiality that I must work within, which includes if concerns emerge of risk to yourself or somebody else. In that circumstance, information may need to be shared with relevant parties to ensure safety. Wherever possible, I would aim to share concerns with you first. 

Clinical psychologists focus on a formulation based model, rather than a psychiatric diagnostic model. Although we will build a helpful understanding of your difficulties using psychological theory and models, this will not result in a formal diagnosis. 

No, medication is not prescribed. 

I am a sole practitioner working on a part-time basis in independent practice, and so this means I am unable to offer crisis support, or support in between planned sessions. If you feel you are in crisis and require immediate support, or are struggling to keep yourself safe, you can contact NHS 111- Option 2 to access local crisis options, or 999 in an emergency. You can also request an urgent GP appointment. 

No, I do not offer counselling or coaching.