Find out more about safety in therapy for trauma, PTSD and complex trauma.

Clinical psychologists must register with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) in order to practise in the UK. As part of this registration, clinical psychologists commit to upholding a number of professional standards.

The world changed with the Covid 19 pandemic. Many people realised we could work effectively from home, clinical psychologists included. It was fascinating to see how things adjusted so quickly. Clients found having therapy sessions online had many benefits.

Today felt like bearing witness to a moment in history. Snapshots of the Queens funeral I am sure will stay with me forever. It has been an emotional day for the country, even the world. It has been heart-warming to see how much the Queen meant to so many people and to witness the reverse of what happened in COVID times.

Working with trauma and PTSD (or complex PTSD) is one of the areas where clinical psychologists and trauma therapists can have a significant impact. Psychological therapy is usually recommended before considering medication.

This is a question I am often asked when I tell people what I do for a living. Although not quite as often as “can you read my mind?”. I wish I had that power but sadly haven’t discovered it yet, disappointing after all those years of training!