Meet The Team
Who We Are
Choosing the right psychologist is an important step.
Our team combines extensive clinical experience with a warm, thoughtful approach, so you feel understood, supported, and clear about what to do next. We focus on helping you make sense of what’s going on and change the patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Dr. Chris James
BSc Msc DClinPsych CPsychol AFBPsS
Founder & Clinical Director, Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Rebecca Dale
BSc Msc DClinPsych CPsychol AFBPsS
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Heidi Thompson
BSc MA DClinPsych PGDip CBT
Clinical Psychologist
Charli Davies
Practice Manager
Chloe Shortman
Digital Marketing, Media and Communications Executive
What To Expect
Our Process
We will always treat each client as the individual they are, as there is no ‘one size fits all’ in therapy. In order to best tailor your therapy to your needs there are some steps we follow. So if you’re new to therapy or feeling anxious, take a look at our process to see what to expect.
1. Initial phone consultation
Finding the right therapist is an important first step, so this gives you the chance to see what working with us will be like. It also gives us the opportunity to make sure we are the right fit for you. If we think someone else will better suit your needs, we will tell you.
2. Assessment and formulation
Exploration and analysis will help you to identify your personal goals and create an understanding of your issues. From mental health to ADHD support to sleep disorders, we are here to help.
3. Therapy sessions
We will work together on your specific goals, using evidence-based psychological interventions, the latest psychological research and your personal formulation to help guide your therapy.
4. Progress
We will monitor your progress using rigorous, well-validated psychometric outcome measures as well as tracking your individual goals and will ask for your feedback throughout the process to ensure the best possible outcomes for you.
What is a Clinical Psychologist?
There are many different types of therapy and mental health practitioners available, and it can be difficult to understand the differences between them. Not all therapies have a strong evidence base, and professional titles do not always clearly indicate the level of training or expertise involved.
Many people are surprised to learn that anyone can call themselves a “psychologist.” However, the title Clinical Psychologist is protected by law and can only be used by professionals who have completed extensive specialist training. This includes a minimum of seven years of university education and clinical experience and training before qualification.
Clinical Psychologists are highly trained experts in mental health assessment and psychological therapy. Their training takes place within clinical settings such as hospitals and mental health services, where they work directly with patients while receiving close supervision and undergoing continuous assessment of their clinical skills and competence.
Training in Clinical Psychology is extremely competitive, with only a small proportion of applicants gaining places each year. Within the NHS, Clinical Psychologists are often among the most senior members of multidisciplinary teams. They often lead services, develop new clinical programmes, provide training and supervision to other professionals, and support teams working in high-pressure or crisis situations. Due to their advanced training, they are also often asked to work with individuals experiencing the most complex psychological difficulties.
Clinical Psychologists receive specialist training in psychological assessment and diagnosis, enabling them to formally assess a wide range of mental health conditions. Because of this expertise, they are qualified to provide expert psychological opinions within legal settings, including the court system. Their training also includes neuropsychological assessment, which focuses on understanding how brain functioning may affect thinking, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing.
Clinical Psychologists are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are usually members of the British Psychological Society (BPS). These regulatory bodies set strict professional standards for training, ethical practice, and ongoing professional development, helping ensure that the public is protected when receiving psychological services.
Our Therapy
Here To Support You
Your Journey To Good Mental Health
We help our clients work through mental health difficulties and psychological issues including anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, anger, phobias, low self-esteem, traumatic life events, self-criticism, work-related stress, loss and bereavement and relationship difficulties. Our approach is collaborative, and regular feedback from you is a crucial part of our therapy. This means we can adapt and mould your therapy to make it the best for your individual needs.
Helping You Get The Sleep You Need
We provide face-to-face (online) evidence-based treatment and support for insomnia and other sleep issues. We want everyone to get the best sleep they can, so we also provide a unique sleep optimisation programme for professionals looking to reach their peak performance.