KENT CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY SERVICES WELCOMES YOU

As a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist, with over thirty years of clinical experience, I provide evidenced based therapy working with adolescents and adults (age 15+). Psychological therapy is effective in supporting people work on reducing the impact on their lives of a variety of mental health difficulties including anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, low self-esteem, relationship problems, bullying, OCD, paranoid thoughts, hearing voices, psychosis, bipolar disorder, self-harm, regulation of emotions and trauma or stemming from being autistic or having difficulties with attention, organisation and/or hyperactivity (ADHD). Therapy can support people in building their self-confidence, navigating the impact of major changes in their lives and helping people set and achieve more fulfilling life goals.

 

Effective therapy does not only require clinical expertise but a supportive and collaborative space for those seeking help. I will work with you to establish an understanding of what has brought you to therapy and develop a personalised, evidenced based plan to help you move forward with your life. I have experience in working with people who are seeking psychological therapy for the first time as well as those who have previously tried counselling and psychological therapy and are looking for a fresh approach. I work with young people and adults who are experiencing mild through to severe levels of emotional distress. Providing a safe, supportive and empowering service is my priority for you.

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I am a highly experienced expert in psychological therapy and use a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT; Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR; 'third wave' approaches such as Mindfulness; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT; Dialectical Behaviour Therapy DBT; and integrative therapies. I am an EMDR Accredited Practitioner http://emdrassociation.org.uk/. As an experienced supervisor I have supervised many qualified clinical psychologists, trainee clinical psychologists and other mental health professionals and leaders. I have been in private practice for over 20 years.

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Having worked with many adult individuals in the NHS and privately I am able to offer adult ADHD assessments, as well as psychological support for living with ADHD. If you think that you may have ADHD and are considering a diagnostic assessment please get in touch to discuss your needs. More information about the assessment process can be found on the Adult ADHD tab at the top of this page.

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I have worked in a number of NHS settings and held positions as Lead for Psychological Therapies and as a Clinical Director for adult mental health services. Throughout my NHS career I have been active in clinical research, working as both a therapist and lead clinical supervisor on a number of clinical research trials.  I am an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and registered with the  BPS and the Health and Care Professions Council HCPC. I hold professional indemnity insurance and have had an Enhanced DBS check. 

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If you would like to find out more about psychological therapy, adult ADHD assessment or clinical supervision for yourself, a friend or someone who you work with professionally please get in touch. I will be happy to discuss your needs and see if what I can offer is right for you or your organisation.