About My Work

I’m a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working in NHS adult mental health services. My work has developed across a range of clinical settings, supporting people experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, trauma and periods of significant life stress or transition.

My approach combines careful psychological understanding with evidence-based therapy. I draw on established therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR and elements of third-wave approaches, while working collaboratively to understand each person’s experiences within their broader life context.

Psychological models provide a valuable structure for therapy, but they are most helpful when applied thoughtfully. I aim to maintain fidelity to evidence-based approaches while adapting therapy to the individual, their goals and the meaning of their experiences.

At the centre of my work is collaborative psychological formulation — developing a shared understanding of the patterns that may be maintaining distress, while identifying strengths, values and possibilities for change.

I aim to offer a therapeutic space that is thoughtful, respectful and grounded in genuine curiosity about each person’s experience.

Alongside my professional training and experience, I also recognise the vulnerability involved in seeking psychological support. This awareness informs my commitment to creating a therapeutic space that is respectful, collaborative and grounded in genuine understanding.

How I approach psychological work

Psychological therapy works best when there is a clear shared understanding of the difficulties someone is experiencing and what they would like to change. Early sessions are therefore often focused on developing this understanding together — exploring the patterns that may be contributing to distress and identifying meaningful goals for therapy.

From there, therapy may involve learning new psychological skills, processing difficult experiences, or developing different ways of responding to situations that have become stuck or overwhelming.

The pace and focus of therapy are shaped collaboratively. Some people come with a specific difficulty they would like to work on, while others are looking to make sense of patterns that have developed over time. In both cases, the aim is to create a space where difficulties can be understood more clearly and where change feels possible and manageable.

While therapy draws on established psychological models, the process is always guided by the individual’s circumstances, values and goals.

Qualifications & Approach

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) from Newcastle University and am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

My professional training includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). These approaches provide well-established frameworks for understanding and treating a range of psychological difficulties.

Alongside these models, my work is grounded in collaborative psychological formulation. This involves developing a shared understanding of the patterns that may be contributing to difficulties and identifying the most helpful therapeutic approach for each individual.

In practice this means therapy remains structured and evidence-based while still being flexible and responsive to the person’s experiences, goals and circumstances.

Getting started

If you are considering therapy and would like to explore working together, you are welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial consultation.

This first conversation provides an opportunity to talk about what has brought you to seek support, ask any questions you may have, and consider whether my approach feels like the right fit for you.

Some people come to therapy with a clear idea of the difficulty they would like to focus on, while others are looking for space to make sense of things that feel more complex or uncertain. In either case, the aim of the initial sessions is to develop a shared understanding of what would be most helpful.

If we decide to proceed, we can then discuss the format and focus of therapy and arrange an initial appointment.

You can find further information about contacting me and arranging an appointment on the Contact page.