I’m a Psychotherapist, which means I’m a specialist in ‘talking therapies’. I trained as a doctor and then a psychiatrist, specialising in psychotherapy. I have 20 years’ experience of mental health care in the NHS, over 10 years as a Consultant Psychiatrist. I only provide talking therapies now as I believe this is how I can help people best, so I no longer practise as a doctor or psychiatrist.
I first trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) but I now use Schema Therapy (ST) in which I am an advanced practitioner, for most of the work I do. I’ve worked a lot with people with Eating Disorders. I also have experience and training in therapy for people with Trauma, Personality Disorders, Psychosis, Anxiety Disorders and Depression. I’ve done a bit of research, which you can look up here if you want to.
Making you feel comfortable and developing a real connection with you is what I’ll be aiming for. I have personal experience myself of mental health problems and recognise how difficult it can be to get help.
Cycling is also a big thing in my life. I’m the founder and chair of a small cycling charity.
