About me
Having lived in Switzerland for over a decade, I’ve embraced the local culture while also bringing my perspective as a British national. This combination helps me understand the different ways you might respond to your environment. Further, it helps me to support both those familiar with Swiss culture and those from a British background. By using these insights in my practice, I can try better to assist you with your challenges, build a stronger connection, and improve therapeutic outcomes tailored to your unique experiences.
Education
MSc. Psychological Therapy in Primary Care – University of Stirling/Dundee (2011 – 2012)
Postgraduate certificate in Autism – University of Strathclyde (2007 – 2008)
BA in Psychology – University of Paisley (2001 – 2005)
Experience
Self employed (2015 – present)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (2012 – 2014)
The Priory Group, Glasgow Priory Hospital, Glasgow UK
Mental health assessment, formulations and evidence-based therapeutic intervention (for both individuals and groups) with common and often complex mental health presentations. Developed and delivered anxiety, depression and assertiveness groups.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist/Teaching role (2013 – 2014)
CHANGES Community Health Project, Edinburgh UK
Delivery of an evidence-based cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) evening class for anxiety, low mood/depression, anger, low self-confidence and self-esteem, panic, and poor sleep
Trainee Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (CAAP) (2011 – 2012)
NHS North Primary Care Mental Health Team, Glasgow UK
In collaboration with a clinical supervisor, assessed, formulated and developed evidence-based therapeutic interventions (both individual and group interventions) for individuals with common and often complex mental health problems.
Assistant Clinical Psychologist (2010 – 2011)
NHS South East Primary Care Mental Health Team, Glasgow UK
Supervised work with individuals with common mental health problems and organised and delivered group therapy interventions. Further, completed service audits, used statistical packages and delivered mental health related presentations in various forums.
Assistant Psychologist (2008 – 2010)
National Autistic Society (Residential School), Ayrshire UK
Assessed the needs and abilities of individuals with autism spectrum condition. Worked in collaboration with the family, education team, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and residential staff. Designed evidence-based behavioural support programmes and assisted in staff training. Routine collection, monitoring and evaluation of data to inform small scale research and service audit of challenging behaviour.