People seek private psychological therapy (i.e. talking therapy) for many reasons, you might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, stress, trauma, or a sense that something isn’t quite right.

You absolutely don’t need to be in crisis or have a formal diagnosis. If you’ve noticed that your emotions, self-esteem or relationships are affecting your wellbeing or quality of life, working with an experienced Clinical Psychologist, can offer new opportunities to work through these difficulties and create a sense or grounding, clarity and emotional balance in your life.

You’re welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial chat and explore next steps together.

No, you don’t need a GP referral or mental health diagnosis to begin private therapy. If you’re interested in booking an appointment, or you’d like to find at more information about how I work, and my approach just head over to the contact page and I’ll be in touch within 48hours to arrange a free chat.

Clinical Psychologists in the UK are highly trained mental health professionals with doctoral-level qualification. We are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and our training involves many years of supervised placements within NHS and other clinical settings, working with a wide range of complex psychological difficulties, across all age groups.

The title “Clinical Psychologist” is protected in the UK, meaning only those who meet the rigorous standards can use it.

People often choose a Clinical Psychologist when they’re looking for evidence-based therapies and a more in-depth psychological approach to their mental health concerns.

A very important factor when starting private therapy, is finding a therapist whose skills and qualifications match your needs and always ensure they’re regulated by a professional body.  

An initial consultation can be a helpful way to see whether you feel comfortable with a particular therapist and if they’re the right fit for you.

I have over 15 years experience working in mental health services within NHS and private sector. I have a special interest in attachment & relational evidence-based therapies.

I specialise in working with adults with attachment trauma, as well as common mental health difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties and burnout.

If you’re interested in gaining a deeper understanding into the patterns and familiar feelings shaping your life and you’re seeking meaningful, lasting change (rather than short term fixes) my approach may resonate with you.

Yes, absolutely. If you’d like to meet in-person, my private therapy practice is located in central Hertford, Hertfordshire. Easily accessible from Ware, Welwyn, St Albans, Stevenage and surrounding areas.

I also provide online psychological therapies for adults across the UK via a secure video platform.

For more information about my location, click here.

Trust and honesty is an integral part of any therapist – client relationship, this means that what you discuss within your psychology sessions are conditionally confidential. However, in rare cases it is my duty of care to break confidentiality.

There are limited exceptions to confidentiality, such as if there is a serious risk of harm to yourself or others. These boundaries would be discussed clearly at the start of therapy to ensure transparency and trust.

I completely understand that starting therapy can feel daunting. It’s really common to worry about what you’ll say (or not having anything to say), feeling embarrassed, or being judged. To help with this, I offer a free 20-minute phone consultation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and explore whether therapy could be helpful for you.

I also offer a single 50-minute standalone appointment with no ongoing commitment. These sessions provide a safe, confidential space to slow down, untangle what’s on your mind, and begin to think together about the next steps that are important to you.

Head over to my ‘Services’ page for more details or get in touch to arrange a quick call.