Meet Dr Emma

You have a story that deserves to be heard.

I am a Registered Psychologist, Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, and EMDR Therapist. After initially qualifying as an educational and child psychologist in 2013, I became increasingly interested in working with people across the lifespan. I worked as an honorary psychotherapist for a UK charity for two years before setting up my private therapy practice in 2022.   

I work with people with all kinds of difficulties, but specialise in supporting people to overcome difficult experiences relating to school or education,  even when these experiences happened a long time ago.

My background has given me a deep understanding of the childhood and teenage experiences that can shape how we live our lives as adults, no matter what age we find ourselves at.

I offer both talking therapy and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), a highly effective and evidence-based therapy for trauma.  I work integratively, meaning that I draw on a range of psychological theories and therapeutic approaches. My work is particularly informed by psychodynamic, existential, and person-centred approaches.

Fundamental to my approach is the idea that past experiences and unconscious processes have a strong influence on our present thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

When we meet I will be happy to tell you more about my approach to therapy so that you can decide if I am the right therapist for you.

I am based in London and Devon, and currently working solely online which means I can work with you wherever you are in the UK.  It would be my privilege to hear your story and accompany you as you move towards a way of living that brings you more ease, freedom and joy.

Above all, I believe that the foundation of effective therapy lies in a warm and compassionate approach, and the shared understanding and relationship between us that develops over time.

You are very welcome to book a free initial consultation, where we can explore your goals and concerns, and how we might work together to bring about positive change in your life.

Therapy can help you to leave the past behind you, respond differently in your present, and discover new possibilities for a future on your own terms.

My Credentials

  • Chartered Psychologist, BPS (British Psychological Society)

    Member of EMDR Association UK

    Registered Practitioner Psychologist, HCPC (Health and Care and Professionals Council)

    Registered Member, BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)

  • Doctorate in Educational and Child Psychology (University of East London) 2013

    Full EMDR Training (Sandi Richman) 2023

    Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (UK Association for Transactional Analysis) 2022

    BSc Psychology (University of East London) 2002

  • I am committed to continuing my professional development by undertaking further training each year. A selection of these trainings are listed below:

    EMDR & IFS Protocol - an IFS informed approach to EMDR (Kendhal Hart) 2024

    Boarding School Syndrome: online workshop (Joy Schavieren) 2023

    Schema Therapy (Schema Therapy Training Online) 2023

    Personal Construct Psychology Foundational Training (Coventry Constructivist Centre) 2022

    Compassion Focussed Therapy (Balanced Minds) 2021

    Masterclass in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (Oxford University) 2021