Therapies Available

There is a range of psychological therapies available to choose from, to suit each situation and person. We will help guide you.

Research evidence shows that many psychological therapies help people overcome many difficulties, either completely or partially.

Our range of therapies includes (but is not limited to):

CBT

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help with anxiety, panic, low mood, obsessive thinking and behavioural patterns that may be maintaining difficulties. Trauma focussed CBT is available; see our page on trauma or contact us today.

Cognitive Analytic therapy (CAT)

See our page on CAT therapy or contact us for more information. CAT is useful when the aftermath of trauma has affected how you cope with feelings and want to now develop healthier patterns in relationships with others.

EMDR

EMDR therapy is available online for people across Dorset. Read more about EMDR therapy for trauma, PTSD and other difficulties.

Integrative Therapy

Following an initial assessment appointment/s (the getting-to-know-you process), you can both then agree a plan forward. This could be for some therapy sessions based on one evidence-based approach or a carefully integrated combination of therapies tailored to your needs (combining two or more in a theoretically coherent practical way).

Consider online psychology appointments.

Research suggests that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for many psychological difficulties.

You will have a wider choice of colleagues to match your clinical needs and personal preferences.

Contact us to discuss which therapy/therapies may be appropriate for you.

Mental Health in Dorset

Many people across Dorset seek support for anxiety, low mood, burnout, trauma and relationship difficulties linked to work pressures, caregiving responsibilities, health concerns or major life changes.

Factors such as work and financial pressures may contribute to these issues.

Many people delay seeking support until difficulties begin affecting relationships, work, sleep or everyday functioning.

Clinical psychologists focus not only on symptoms or diagnoses, but also on how emotional difficulties affect everyday life, relationships, work and wellbeing. We will discuss with you how best to start tackling them.

We would be pleased to hear from you. Please let us know what your needs and questions are and we will be more than happy to help. 

Qualified, Properly Accredited, Registered Clinical Psychologist 

Check our registration as genuine Practitioner Psychologists with the HCPC.

Why choose our Dorset Clinical Psychologist?

Our team includes:

• HCPC registered 
• Doctoral training
• NHS experience
• many colleagues have additional academic experience (e.g., teaching at University level)

Our team includes clinicians with over 30 years of professional experience.

Like all trained Clinical Psychologists, our clinicians working with people across Dorset, completed 7–8 years of professional training, including doctoral-level qualification and supervised clinical practice.

Clinical Psychologists are trained in psychological assessment, formulation and a range of evidence-based therapies.

This breadth and depth of training is invaluable, allowing therapy to be tailored to each person.

People seek therapy for many different reasons, including anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, grief and longstanding emotional patterns.

We at National Clinical Psychology Service could help you, your relationship, your child, your family or your organisation’s psychological well-being in many ways.

How to book a free psychology consultation?

Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation if you’re looking for an experienced psychologist offering counselling for the Dorset area.

We will talk you through the options available and devise a plan for the successful outcome you want.

FAQs

Do you offer online therapy across Dorset?

Yes. We provide secure online therapy appointments for people across Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Dorchester and surrounding Dorset areas.

Are your psychologists HCPC registered?

Yes. All psychologists are HCPC registered practitioner psychologists.

What problems can therapy help with?

Therapy can help with anxiety, trauma, PTSD, depression, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties and many other mental health concerns.

Do you work with children and adolescents?

Yes. As well as Clinical Psychologists working with adults, we have clinicians experienced in working with children, teenagers and families.

What is the difference between a counsellor and a clinical psychologist?

Clinical psychologists complete doctoral-level training and are trained in assessment, formulation and evidence-based therapies for complex emotional and psychological difficulties.

See our main FAQ pages for answers to other frequently asked questions.

Note on wellbeing:

Many people find that spending time outdoors, taking regular breaks and reconnecting with nature can support emotional wellbeing alongside therapy.

For example, if possible,  seek out a nearby park or natural country park, just to take a break (for example, (re)visit a local nature reserve such as Dorset National Landscape or similar).