Frequently Asked Questions

Anxiety is a normal human emotion that is helpful when there is a threat to our safety. Sometimes anxiety that is out of proportion to the situation. Most people seek professional help when they start to avoid things, experience physical symptoms, or feel their worries are uncontrollable.

The first session is an initial assessment. This is a chance for me to understand the nature of your problems, the wider history of your life, and what you are hoping to achieve from therapy. At the end of this assessment, I will share my recommendations and bespoke treatment plan. We will begin the course of therapy in the following session. If I do not feel I am the best psychologist to work with you, I will provide you with some onward referrals.

The right psychologist will make you feel heard, respected, and comfortable to talk about all the things that make you vulnerable. You will also feel they have the right skills and expertise to help you achieve your therapy goals. I provide a compassionate, culturally inclusive, and collaborative space for my clients and always invite feedback and questions.

This will depend on the type of issues and severity of the problem, your commitment to the process, and session frequency. Most people I work with on a weekly basis start to will be able to complete therapy within 6 to 12 sessions. We will regularly review our progress together during therapy.

Yes. I currently offer face to face sessions for West Yorkshire based clients who prefer this option. I also offer online sessions for clients based anywhere in the UK, or who find it easier to attend from the comfort of their own home or office.

Clinical psychologists are mental health specialists who have undergone years of course work in psychology and human behaviour, statistics and research, and supervised placements in hospitals and community settings. We have often worked in senior clinical and leadership roles in the NHS before entering private practice. The fees reflect the high degree of specialist knowledge that Clinical psychologists bring to serving our clients.

Outcomes can’t be guaranteed in therapy, as this will depend from one person to another. In my experience, with the right therapeutic approach and a high level of commitment from the client, most people can learn to manage their anxiety well.

As a Clinical psychologist, I am not restricted to using a one size fits all model. I use a blend of various cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approaches as well as other scientifically proven models, as appropriate for the person and their unique problems. I regularly go on training courses to keep my knowledge and skills up to date with the latest research.