I work with anyone who is keen to explore therapy.

I have a wealth of experience working with autistic people.

I am experienced at working with people whose lives are affected by complex or multiple problems.

I have lots of experience of working with people who have physical health problems, and I have a particular expertise in psychological approaches to managing pain.

Mental Health

I help people who are struggling with difficult emotions, who may be experiencing self-harm or thoughts about suicide.

I can work with people who have complicated or overlapping problems that affect their lives.

Neurodiversity

I am passionate about taking a balanced, ‘neuro-affirmative’ stance that recognises the strengths as well as the difficulties associated with being neuro-atypical.

In particular, I can help people to make sense of autism as ‘a different order, not a disorder’, and support them in overcoming the barriers to achieving their goals.

LGBTQ+

Sadly, people who identify as LGBTQ+ are more likely than others to experience mental health problems – a testament to stigma and prejudice.

I am passionately inclusive, and can help people navigate issues around identity and difference.

Physical health and pain

I can help people who are suffering with chronic pain, who are interested in exploring a psychological approach to pain management.

I am experienced at working with people whose psychological or emotional difficulties are linked to physical health problems.

I can support people who are experiencing anxiety in relation to painful medical procedures.

As a clinical psychologist, I am trained in variety of therapeutic approaches, which I draw from flexibly.

My main influence is Narrative Therapy, a highly respectful approach that externalises difficulties, and puts your knowledge and understanding at the centre of the process. See my video above for further information.

I am influenced by a variety of other therapeutic approaches including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Analytic therapy (CAT) and attachment theory.

Yes. Work with children and young people is often done together with parents or carers.

I am very flexible and relaxed about who is in the room, and I will follow your lead on what feels most comfortable and appropriate.

I work for the NHS four days a week, and work privately all day on Wednesdays and on Monday and Tuesday evenings. See my available slots.

I work face-to-face at the Bodyworks Centre in Hexham, and can also work online via WhatsApp or by telephone if preferred.

I have over a decade of experience as an NHS clinical psychologist. I worked in Northumberland Children and Young People’s Service (CYPS – also known as CAMHS), within the autism assessment pathway, and also worked within the mental health pathway, specialising in working with autistic people.

Currently, I work in paediatric health psychology at the RVI hospital, and in the adult dental pain clinic at the dental hospital.

I am also active in research. I have recently developed a new approach for helping children to manage painful medical procedures, which I am now evaluating.

My clients typically experience very positive outcomes, and make real progress to overcoming the difficulties in their lives.

A commitment to therapy requires regular attendance to sessions, openness to self-reflection and change, and a willingness to actively apply learned strategies in daily life for optimal results.