I am a highly experienced cognitive behavioural psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience working in the mental health field. My background is working as an Occupational Therapist specialising in mental health. I then went on to work as a clinical lead for an acute mental health occupational therapy service whilst at the same time working jointly with the psychology department in running CBT-focussed groups. Following this I worked for a community mental health team as an advanced practitioner Occupational Therapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

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I then went on to obtain a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with merit at Royal Holloway University. I have since worked in two busy primary care psychology services as a CBT therapist, one in central London and one more locally in Bucks. I have experience of providing clinical supervision to CBT practitioners, and also in leading on service development projects and activities.

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I provide CBT treatment for adolescents and adults, from age 14 upwards, who may be experiencing a range of psychological difficulties. These may include low mood/depression, antenatal or postnatal anxiety and/or depression, anxiety difficulties (including obsessive compulsive disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, panic, agoraphobia, health anxiety, social anxiety, generalised anxiety/worry, and specific phobias), low self esteem, difficulties with confidence, sleep disorders, anger, and more.

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As required by the BABCP, in order to maintain my registration as well as high standards of therapy, I receive regular clinical supervision. I also attend regular training and workshops in order to keep my knowledge and experience relevant and up to date.

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Qualifications

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– Bachelor of Science with Honours in Occupational Therapy

– Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with merit

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Professional Body membership

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– Full accreditation with British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

– Registered as an Occupational Therapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)