I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and I specialise in working with adults of all ages who are living with long-term physical health conditions. When we experience a change in our physical wellbeing, this can often lead to significant life adjustments and have an impact on our psychological wellbeing too. It is common to experience feelings of loss, low mood, anxiety, and sometimes trauma in response to a medical diagnosis. I have worked across a range of NHS medical settings to support people to better understand the relationship between their mind and body, and to adjust to the challenges and uncertainties that can accompany a long-term health problem.

Some of the difficulties that I can help with include:

Chronic pain conditions, including CRPS, Fibromyalgia, Migraine, Endometriosis

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Post-viral Fatigue and Post-COVID syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)

Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS)

Neurological Conditions

Functional Neurological Disorders

‘Unexplained’ physical symptoms

Respiratory Illnesses e.g. COPD

Diabetes type 1 and 2

Weight management problems

Stress, anxiety and insomnia

manage their physical and psychological wellbeing.

I aim to provide a warm, non-judgmental, and supportive space in which my clients can feel safe to explore their difficulties and make changes. My main therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is recommended for many common health difficulties. I also integrate other evidence-based approaches into my practice, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Qualifications and Accreditations:

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (University of Bath, 2015)
• Trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR Works, 2020)
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Practitioner Psychologist PYL32242
• Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (BABCP)

Fees:

I accept self-funding clients and am also a recognised provider with the following health insurers: Bupa, AXA, Aviva, WPA, Vitality.

Please see my website for information on my current fees and availability: www.wilsonpsychology.co.uk

Starting psychological therapy can be a big step. It is important to find someone who you feel you will connect with, and who has the right knowledge and expertise to meet your needs. I am happy to arrange a free 15 minute consultation by phone or video call to see whether we would be a good fit.