Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, EMDR Therapy & CBT Supervision
About Me
I am passionate about nurturing mental health. I strive to deliver quality therapy and seek feedback, opportunities and learning in order to continue to grow and evolve.
Alongside the therapeutic work I deliver I enjoy the gentle rhythm of life in Somerset, being creative, keeping active and exploring the surrounding nature and countryside with my two Whippets.
EXPERIENCE
CBT Psychotherapist
(High Intensity CBT)
01/2019 - Present
Lead Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
09/2017 – 01/2019
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
(Low Intensity CBT)
07/2014 – 09/2017
Support Worker,
Forensic Mental Health
06/2012 – 07/2014
QUALIFICATIONS
Post Graduate Diploma
University of Exeter
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies High Intensity CBT
Merit
2019 - 2020
Post Graduate Certificate
Liverpool John Moores University
Improving Access to Psychological Therapies Low Intensity CBT
Distinction
2014 - 2015
Bachelor of Science
University of Central Lancashire
Psychology
1st Class Honours
2008 - 2011
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
I have over 10 years experience assessing and treating psychological difficulties in the NHS. In addition to 5 years of academic study I have attended numerous CPD events and obtained further training to enhance my understanding, knowledge and skills.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING & CPD
Additional Training:
EMDR Europe Accredited Standard Training, Part 1 & 2, Mirablis Health Institute (2024)
High Intensity CBT Supervisor Training, University of Exeter (2023)
High Intensity CBT for Long Term Health Conditions, University of Exeter (2023)
Rumination Focused CBT, University of Exeter (2022)
Low Intensity CBT for Long Term Health Conditions, University College London (2017)
Low Intensity CBT Supervisor Training, University of Reading (2016)
CPD:
Effective Treatment for Trichotillomania and Skin Picking Disorder, Professor Douglas Woods (2024)
Using Imagery Rescripting with Complex and Complicated PTSD, Dr Kerry Young (2024)
Flexing Clark & Ehlers for Complicated and Complex PTSD, Dr Kerry Young (2024)
Introduction to the Theory & Practice of Compassion Focussed Therapy, Compassionate Mind Foundation (2023)
Developing Cultural Competence in Supervision, Dr Margo Ononaiye (2023)
Race, Identity and Me, Leila Lawton (2023)
CBT for GAD: Treating Excessive Worry by Targeting a Fear of Uncertainty, Dr Melisa Robichaud (2023)
Compassion Focussed Therapy Chairwork, Tobyn Bell (2023)
Working with Autistic Clients, Professor Will Mandy & Dr Richard Pender (2023)
Current Approaches to Improving Self-Esteem, Dr Reena Vohora (2022)
Introduction to ACE, Trauma and Resilience, Dr Warren Larkin (2022)
Trauma Focused CBT in a Perinatal Context (2022)
CBT for Pregnancy Specific Anxiety and Tokophobia (2022)
Perinatal High Intensity CBT Training, Professor Heather O’Mahen (2022)
Working with Complicated and Complex PTSD, Dr Kerry Young (2022)
Introduction to the use and adaption of CBT strategies for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dr Torrey Creed (2021)
Cognitively Focused Treatment for OCD: The Paradox of Thought, Control and other strategies (2021)
Social Anxiety Disorder, Dr Jennifer Wild (2021)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Dr Maureen Whittal (2021)
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Chairwork, Dr Matthew Pugh (2021)
Panic Disorder, Professor David Clark (2021)
Traumatic Bereavement, NHS England (2020)
Moving to Remote Delivery of Therapy, Professor David Clark (2020)