Counselling with Cara A thoughtful, individual approach to therapy, grounded in connection, compassion and genuine understanding. I’m an Integrative Therapist offering a confidential, warm and non-judgemental space to explore the things that may feel difficult, overwhelming or hard to put into words. My work is person-centred and rooted in understanding the whole person. Together, we can gently explore not only what you are experiencing now, but what may sit beneath it, helping you develop greater insight, self-understanding and lasting change. I have particular experience supporting eating disorders, neurodiversity, anxiety, self-esteem and emotional wellbeing, alongside a personal understanding of both eating disorders and neurodiversity. Alongside my private practice, I work within an international school and have extensive experience supporting young people across secondary education. I believe therapy is not about changing who you are. It is about creating the space to understand yourself more deeply, reconnect with what you need and move forward with greater confidence. Therapy that starts with you.

Hi, I’m Caroline I’m an integrative psychotherapist and movement therapist based in Midlothian, Scotland. I see clients in person, online or outdoors. I have specialism in working with eating disorders, disordered exercise, chronic pain and trauma. I am neuro-affirmative and I also have specific experience of working with athletes, dancers and fitness professionals. I first started working with eating and exercise disorders 14 years ago. After talking publicly about my own recovery, clients seemed to find me and I initially supported them through therapeutic movement practices, often while they also worked with a counsellor. It became clear to me that this was my passion work and I went on to do various specialised courses which ultimately then led to me training as a psychotherapist. Movement and somatic practices continue to have a role in my therapeutic practice and are now integrated with behavioural and humanistic based talking therapies. I believe that the body holds knowledge and potential for change that language cannot always reach. With that I recognise that it can be incredibly difficult for some to connect with their body, and indeed it can be challenging for some to connect with words. My aim is to meet my clients from the perspective that makes most sense to them and which respects their individuality, specific needs and unique experiences. I don’t believe that people fit into boxes, labels or specific treatment plans. I have been described as being 'pragmatically positive', 'down to earth' and with 'unwavering hope'. I know that life’s not full of unicorns and rainbows, but I do believe that we all have the capacity and capability within us to live a happy and fulfilling life – regardless of our past experiences. Yet, we all need support at times and we all get stuck. I aim to be a steady anchor for you throughout your time of therapy with me and to help you to find positive paths forward. As an ex-athlete, I am passionate about raising awareness of the fine line between ‘healthy’ and ‘disordered’ within sport and fitness, and challenging the paradigms in these fields around body size, shape and relationships with food and exercise. I have been presenting on this and delivering training on eating disorders and exercise addiction to coaches and fitness professionals since 2016.

I am passionate about coaching clients to find peaceful eating, balanced living, and energising movement. I understand the distress that disordered eating and exercise can bring, perhaps for many years. I am both Autistic and ADHD, with a history of disordered eating, and am post-menopausal. I bring these experiences to my coaching where relevant. I qualified initially in Integrated Nutrition Health Coaching, and soon saw a need to acquire skills to work with disordered eating. So I completed the Master Practitioner training with NCFED, and the Advanced Certificate with Julia Buckroyd. In 2022 I became a Level 3 Personal Trainer, specialising in Menopause movement, however my main passion is helping clients find and use daily movement as a source of energy and positivity in their lives. I completed the NEDDE Diploma in October 2023 after realising how prevalent neurodiversity is with disordered eating. I am also a Menopause wellbeing coach, and I run a women’s (those identifying as women) wellness online book club, and a walking group in my local area.

Hi, I'm Dr Cloie Parfitt. I'm a psychotherapist providing both short-term and long-term therapy to clients online based in the UK and around the world. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over eight years in a variety of roles - mental health nurse, psychotherapist, peer support worker, development mentor and support group facilitator - and within various settings. Prior to beginning private work with clients, I worked as a psychotherapist with adults, young people, and families within schools and various charitable organisations. I have experience working with a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating disorders, addiction, childhood abuse, complex trauma/CPTSD, and relational trauma. ​Since completing my initial practitioner training, I've undertaken a number of professional development and certification courses, including those relevant to working therapeutically online, utilising creative techniques within therapy, working with complex trauma and traumatic stress. I'm committed to ongoing professional and personal development to ensure my practice is fully informed and up-to-date. I work as an integrative practitioner, drawing upon several major therapeutic approaches and blending these to best suit your individual needs. My core training is in the person-centred and psychodynamic approaches to therapy and each of these approaches influence my work with clients. As a relational therapist, I’m interested in the ways in which our past experiences and relationships affect our current relationships, both with others and with ourselves. Throughout the course of our lives, we are often hurt within relationships, but I believe that it is through meaningful and nurturing relationships that we can also be healed. Likewise, I strongly believe that each person has an innate potential for personal growth and that, given the right circumstances, we can all grow to reach our full potential. My role as your therapist is to create the right environment – one in which you feel safe, accepted, and valued – to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences, allowing this growth to take place. Within my private practice, I specialise in working with various types of neurodivergence and this is an area I am immensely passionate about. Having both personal and professional experience regarding autism, I am familiar with the challenges that come with living in a world that is not always accepting or understanding of the neurodivergent. It is my belief that with neurodivergence comes unique talents, and one of my greatest joys as a therapist is helping empower people to utilise these strengths and to live freely and authentically.

Hi, I am Deni. I am an integrative therapist who believes that an informed, ethical, safe therapeutic space is central to any exploration of self. This requires the building of a relationship between myself and my clients, which enables us to work in a collaborative manner. I qualified in the theoretical approaches of Person Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis Therapy and Gestalt Therapy. I went on to complete a Diploma in Sand Tray Work and attended the NCFED Diploma course for Practitioners Working within Eating Disorders. I have continued to extend my knowledge within Eating Disorder work by gaining the NEDDE Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodiversity. As a result, I am now currently working with NEDDE a training organisation, delivering training for therapists and nutritionists on Neurodiversity ,Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating. An area much in need of more acknowledgement, diagnosis and informed safe treatment. I am the resident therapist on a radio show called 'The Continued Silence' bringing to the public the very hidden and uncomfortable topic of Child Sexual Abuse. This is aired once a month on UK Health Radio with over 1.3 million listeners. My experiences prior to qualifying as a therapist were: Personal Fitness Trainers in privately owned gyms. I then went on to gain a First Class Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Sports Science. I took this into a profession within education, however i quickly became more interested in human behaviour and diversified into a more social care setting, becoming a Manager of a Refuge for women and children fleeing domestic abuse. From there I managed two mental health projects for people returning to the community after stays in hospital, or to support people in order to remain within their support network within their community. I went on to work for a further 2 years in a project setting up exercise initiatives to enhance the lives of clients living with Schizophrenia or other diagnosed mental health conditions, as an alternative, or in conjunction with medication and therapy. I returned to Education in the setting of the Youth Offending Team, as an Education Specialist, working in a multi-agency setting with young people on community orders, in custody, or deemed at risk of criminal behaviour. It was here that my growing interest of the therapeutic approach grew and i began my 4 years of gaining my qualification as a therapist. It is important to feel you have the right person in front of you and choosing a therapist is something i passionately believe has to be about the person, the qualifications and the theoretical approaches. However a sense of being able to feel we can work together in my opinion is crucial. So please feel free to contact me for an initial discussion and we can begin to get a feel for how we may go forwards in our work together.

Hello, my name is Elaine Henderson and I’m a BACP (Accred) Counsellor, qualified in 2005. In 2010 I began my journey of specialising in supporting those with eating disorders and distressed eating by training with The National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED) and qualifying as a Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity. I have established many years of clinical practice, developing a reputation of being a warm, caring, enthusiastic and approachable therapist. I have an extensive resource of training and experiences which enables me to work effectively within my specialism of eating disorders, and also with a wider range of presenting psychological health issues. I am thrilled to be part of the Centre for Bariatric Support team as it aligns with my passion of a holistic approach to overall health, wellbeing and happiness, working with each person individually and their unique set of circumstances and life experiences. Bariatric surgery represents a life-changing option for those living with obesity. It is also recognised that often the biggest challenges involved in the bariatric process are psychological factors, both pre and post-surgery. This includes coping with a lot of change – a changing relationship with food, eating patterns, body image, and all the aspects of a new post-surgery life. I am passionate about empowering you to get the best from your surgery, and supporting you at every step along the way by building a raft of tools, knowledge and skills towards lasting positive change. This involves addressing both the physical and emotional factors that maintain an unhelpful relationship with food, which needs a multi-faceted approach, and includes aspects such as motivation and health psychology, cognitive and behavioural approaches, neuroscience, and physiology. I care deeply about providing a safe, genuine and non-judgemental space to help understand, identify and explore the root of the difficulties – find out what is going on below the ‘tip of the iceberg’, and then work together to develop coping strategies to deal with challenges and the expected ‘bumps along the path of change’. This is a collaborative approach to find the attitudes, ways of being and the good habits that will help build strengths for long-term wellbeing - and for overall bariatric success. My aim is to combine all of my experience and knowledge with compassionate understanding to support those who want and deserve weight change to live a happy and healthy life.

Hello, I’m Emma an accredited psychotherapeutic counsellor. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore whatever is on your mind, whether that’s stress, low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship difficulties, or something more personal. Perhaps you are a parent who does not want generational trauma to continue and wants to work on ways to address their own trauma so as to not pass this on to their own children. If you’re living with disordered eating and would like to understand your relationship with food and your body or exercise or if you would like psychotherapeutic support alongside the weight loss injection to heal your relationship with food. I also offer support navigating life as a neurodivergent person with ADHD, Autism or AuDHD. You may be carrying feelings of frustration, shame, confusion or isolation. You might be recently diagnosed and not know what this means for you since the support given following diagnosis has been minimal, I can help you to understand yourself better and consider strategies or support along the journey. You don’t have to go through this alone, I’m here to walk beside you. I have both lived experience and training and experience in these areas - I also work with those exploring if they are Neurodivergent. I take a kind, inclusive approach, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and experiences. If disordered eating is part of your journey, we can gently explore the emotions, habits, and triggers involved, working towards greater self-compassion and understanding. If you're neurodivergent, we’ll focus on your sensory needs, processing styles, and how you experience the world, creating strategies that help you feel more supported and empowered.

Hello, My name is Gillian and I am an experienced therapist working with all types of eating disorders and the neurodivergent client. I first trained as a Integrative counsellor in 2010 and went on to work in different educational settings, highlighting to me the need for specialist training in working with eating disorders. I trained with NCFED in 2016 achieving my Master Practitioner Diploma and now predominantly work with eating disorders in my practice. I have also undergone training with NEDDE and assisted in several of their workshops and training sessions. In my practice I work with young people, adults and also parents who have a loved one with an eating disorder. I have a demonstrated history of helping people with restrictive and purging eating distress return to full recovery. I have a particular interests in working with clients using EFT integrated with Positive psychology, Motivational Language, Psycho-education, Nutritional rehabilitation and Psychotherapy. My aim is always to work with clients to essentially improve the quality of their lives, whatever their presenting problem. I believe in a collaborative approach to recovery so encourage working alongside other professionals to support the client whilst keeping them safe at all times. Having a lived experience of an eating disorder and my extensive training in this field has really helped shape the type of therapy I offer clients today, alongside the warmth, compassion and empathy that is required for growth and recovery.

My name is Henrietta (Henri for short), and I am a dedicated and compassionate psychodynamic counsellor and coach committed to helping adults and young people (12+) to navigate the challenges and complexities of their lives. As a neurodiversity affirming therapist, I value the beautiful differences that make each individual unique. I believe in strengths and rights, embracing the neurodivergent identity without seeking to fix or cure the neurotype. I'm LGBTQIA+ affirming and work to provide a safe and supportive space for all identities. I specialise in anxiety, ADHD and eating disorders. An area of specific interest to me is men who struggle with body image issues, eating disorders, BDD (body dysmorphic disorder), bigorexia, and muscle dysmorphia. I am committed to understanding the unique experiences and challenges that my clients face in relation to their bodies and self-image. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based techniques, I collaborate with my clients to explore the underlying factors contributing to their struggles with food, exercise, and body perception. My goal is to empower each person to cultivate a more positive relationship with their body, fostering self-acceptance and resilience. Together, we will work towards healing and personal growth, promoting a sense of balance and well-being in their lives. My therapeutic approach centres around the person and draws from a variety of approaches – from the rich depths of psychodynamics to the deep insights of neuroscience, the practical wisdom of CBT, and the empowering principles of coaching. It's a journey as unique as you are, guided by your needs and aspirations. My path to becoming a therapist has taken me from community counselling services to educational institutions, and now, to seeing clients in my private practice. I currently see clients in-person on Mondays, at my consulting room in the centre of Oxford, and online on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

I qualified as a Counselling Psychologist in 2010. During and since my training I have been keen to develop as much knowledge and experience of working with disordered eating difficulties as possible. I focussed on eating and body image distress for my MSc research project, I have undertaken several post-qualification courses relating to disordered eating, and I have gained much experience working with these issues both in private practice and within an NHS-funded charity setting. I have also long been passionate about meeting the needs of neurodivergent clients, and have been educating myself about neurodivergence for several years through reading and attending courses. It has seemed so important to bring together awareness of eating distress alongside neurodivergence – having noticed the understandable combination of these experiences over and over again in my work. I know that disordered eating doesn’t “look” like any one thing and I love helping people develop happier relationships with food, eating, their bodies and themselves regardless of their specific concerns. I work across the size/weight spectrum, and although I have experience of working with many types of eating and body-image issues, I have particular experience working with clients who consider themselves to be “over-eaters” or “binge-eaters” with higher-weight bodies. I consider myself to be open to, and valuing of, all forms of difference, and I aim to be aware of the intersection of different identities. I strongly believe in an approach that puts the person first, and that takes into account their unique experience, rather than focussing purely on disordered eating behaviours in a one-size-fits-all way. I have access to multi-disciplinary working opportunities and, where appropriate, can refer within my professional network. If you think you might like to work with me, please feel free to contact me to arrange a free initial conversation – either via email or my website contact form. Or, if you prefer, send me an email with any questions you have.

I am passionate about supporting recovery from any kind of eating disorder or disordered eating. I use my broad range of training and experience to personalise therapy to meet your needs, this includes NLP, EFT, CBT, person centred therapy and nutrition. I have lived experience of eating disorders and caring for someone with an eating disorder. I originally trained as nutritional therapist, graduating in 2006. Since then I have run my own nutritional therapy practice as well as working as a clinical supervisor and lecturer on the Nutritional Therapy BSc (Hons) at University of West London. I completed my eating disorders training at the National Centre for Eating Disorders in 2014 and later qualified as a psychotherapist in 2021. Over the past 2 years I have completed further training in neurodiversity and bariatric surgery with NEDDE. In my practice I see a broad range of clients including parents and carers and have experience supporting the full spectrum of eating disorders as well as bariatric surgery.

I specialise in Women's Health, with a focus on Hormone Health and Neurodiversity. I have a particular interest in ADHD, and how hormones may influence symptoms. I also have a good understanding of the difficulties that people with ADHD often face on a daily basis, and that self-regulation and organisation can be a real challenge, particularly when it comes to food. Since completing my 4-year training in Nutritional Therapy at The Institute for Optimum Nutrition in London, I have done extensive CPD courses in hormone health and neurodiversity, including with NEDDE. Consultations can be conducted face-to-face or via Zoom. My service includes an in-depth health questionnaire and food diary analysis, personalised nutrition and lifestyle plan, test recommendations or letter to the GP (if required), supplement recommendations, follow-up reports, food diary reviews, handouts, easy recipes, shopping lists and meal ideas. I offer a free, no obligation 20 minutes call. I can also conduct consultations in French.

Laura works in an inclusive, holistic whole-person approach and specializes in working with Neurodiversity, Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, LGBTQ++, and Trauma Therapy including Sexual Assault, Rape, Historic Sexual Trauma/Abuse, Childhood Trauma, and those who identify as Introverted. Laura works collaboratively as she feels that different individuals are helped in different ways, she will engage with you in collaborative dialogue and shared decision-making to maximize your involvement within your therapy. For example, she will engage with your strengths and cultural resources, as well as your preferences as to what helps and doesn’t help you. Laura has extensive personal and professional experience living with and working with Neurodivetisty and Eating Disorders, she was diagnosed with Dyslexia at the age of 9 years old and has a late diagnosis of Autistic traits and is Introverted. Laura uses my neuro-differences to make a stronger and unique connection with clients. Laura has also recovered from an Eating Disorder ( A-typical Bulimia Nervosa)." Laura started her Counselling, Coaching, and Mental Health training in 2012 and became a qualified counsellor and coach in July 2016, since then she has continued her training to extend her knowledge, skills, and expertise and in 2022 become an EMDR Trauma Therapist, in 2024 gained an Advanced diploma in Neurodiversity and Eating Disorders as well as becoming a Silver LBGT Champion. Laura is a forever learner and shares this knowledge with her clients through psychoeducation and exploration. Laura is a qualified tutor and assessor in leadership, and management working with leaders and managers to support their teams, understanding how a team works and individual needs within the team. Laura started her career in administration and accounts for several local and national companies, later she decided to move her career into childcare and progressed to become a preschool manager and owner of her own Childcare Business, which led her to become an Early Years Tutor & Assessor Laura is trained to work with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Anxiety, Complex Trauma, Eating Disorders, Introversion, Leadership & Management, Personality Psychology, Rape & Sexual Trauma, Self-harm, Neurodiversity, Young People (11+), LGBTQ+, and EMDR. Laura is also a trained and qualified clinical supervisor (Online & In-person) and support a wide range of professionals working within the medical and therapy profession.

Lisa is a co-founder of NEDDE Training and the organisation’s Consultant Functional Nutritionist and Trainer. She is a BANT-registered nutritionist specialising in functional nutrition, with a person-centred approach that looks beyond diagnostic labels. Lisa’s work considers the wider biological and environmental factors that influence wellbeing, including lifestyle and neurodivergence. She brings over a decade of experience working alongside Bernie across a wide range of eating behaviours, and is a senior lecturer at the College of Naturopathic Medicine, with additional experience collaborating with a cognitive neuroscientist to explore the links between hormones, neurotransmitters, and behaviour.

I am trained to use different approaches to meet the individual needs of clients and couples. These include psychodynamic (looking at the past and how it is affecting us today), systemic (looking at patterns in relationships), mindfulness (paying attention to our thoughts 'in the moment') and positive psychology (research based techniques to increase happiness and resilience). My therapeutic approach is very down to earth which I hope puts my clients at ease. I am a certified service provider for ADHD and I have extensive experience in working with both couples and individuals with ASD, PDA, Tourettes Syndrome, ADHD, HSP or a combination of these. I have worked with many clients with ADHD over the years and, in addition to a longer term therapeutic approach I offer shorter term ADHD coaching. The sessions will be fortnightly and will provide both psycho-education around ADHD and have a coaching flavour. I will provide resources - in a form that will work best for you - to study in your own time. If the client wishes to continue after the initial six sessions we can then move into a more general weekly counselling model. Neurodivergent individuals may prefer to follow a more general counselling model. This model is less coaching focused and may be preferred by individuals looking for a less solution focused approach. This is also available. Traditional methods of therapy often fail to recognise the impact that ADHD, ASD and HSP (high sensitivity) can have on a couple. I offer specialised couples therapy to neurodivergent couples. I have worked extensively with couples where autism, ADHD, Tourettes Syndrome or a combination is present in the couple. have extensive experience working with both couples and individuals with ASD, Tourettes Syndrome, ADHD and HSP or a combination of these. Every couple is different and the presentations of ASD/ADHD/HSP/Tourettes Syndrome in a couple are obviously couple specific. Some common patterns (especially where there has not been a diagnosis) are overwhelm, miscommunication, feelings of loneliness, not feeling ‘seen' or understood, gender identity, sexuality and questioning around these areas. Where one or both partners have ADHD there can often be difficulties around conflict and negotiation around difference and misunderstandings around practical aspects of the relationship. These conversations can often escalate, leaving the conflict areas unprocessed; with no repair being made. As part of the therapy, I offer psychoeducation around the conditions and then look at how neurodivergence comes into the couple dynamic. Understanding of the other is key in all couples but can sometimes be more difficult to achieve in neurodivergent couples. The therapy helps to address this thus increasing mutual understanding and offering techniques for effective communication, resolving conflict and managing difference; thus creating an improved connection. The therapy aims for both people to take equal responsibility in managing the differences between them and helping the neurotypical partner understand the neurodivergent partner better or if both partners are neurodivergent; understanding how this affects the relatioship and working on strategies to cope with problem areas. This allows the couple to focus on the strengths of both partners. Acceptance and understanding of difference being the foundation for a mutually satisfying relationship. I am trained to work with Eating Disorders. I specialise in working with Binge Eating Disorder. Often people suffering from an eating disorder or disordered eating find it difficult to ask for help. Unfortunately, there is still so much unhelpful stigma attached to eating disorders; despite them being very common. I also specialise in providing pre and post surgery support to clients choosing to have bariatric surgery. Psychological support is often not provided to bariatric patients and it can be an essential part of the bariatric journey. Often the different needs of neurodivergent clients with eating disorders are not taken into account. I am fully trained and experienced in working with neurodivergent clients with eating disorders and also those going through bariatric surgery. A safe and non judgmental space is so important and I offer this. I am also the host of the podcast #psychotherapyunfogged. Working with Ambridge Media in Melbourne, my filmmaker friend Joe and I set up a podcast together in 2020. The first three series were titled #neveralone. Joe and I interviewed mental health professionals and guests with lived experience of different mental health conditions. Joe then left his hosting role on the show to pursue film projects and I took over as host. We rebranded the podcast to #psychotherapyunfogged. Joe continues to produce the show. We are currently in season 5 and the podcast has been very popular. I interview a wide range of guests from mental health and associated areas and people talking about their lived experience with different mental health conditions. I have also interviewed some well known guests from TV and the music industry. One of our unique selling points is that we effectively straddle the UK and Australia and interview guests from both continents. We also have a lot of international listeners and a growing following in the USA. I have recently started to put some video episodes onto my YouTube channel but as yet we do not have the numbers on YouTube that we do on audio platforms.

I recognize that eating problems can affect anyone of any size, gender, age, race, class and ability. People in larger bodies are sometimes overlooked for eating disorders due to stigma and assumptions. I offer a safe and compassionate space for anyone who feels they may have been judged on their size. A label of an eating disorder is not required, I am passionate about helping anyone with any anxiety or difficulties around food and body image. I honour the intersecting of people's identities, the impact of weight stigma, and the common overlapping of gender, neurodivergence and eating distress. I am neuroaffirmative, which means I have experience of working in an adaptable, collaborative and inclusive way with people with ADHD, Autism and other neurodivergence. I'm LGBT+ friendly, disability aware (including chronic illnesses) and size-inclusive. My counselling practice has grown out of my passion for social justice, my own lived experience in the past, and my aims for inclusive and adaptable modern counselling practices. I also offer training and workshops for individuals and professionals on body image, weight stigma and disordered eating. I've worked for eating disorder charities for many years and have a passion for helping people with all kinds of body image and eating concerns.

Maybe you've tried talking therapy or counselling before, and perhaps all the different qualifications and therapy jargon are confusing as hell, leaving you at a loss as to what it all means and how to make a choice? I hear you. I believe we need a more holistic mind-body approach to supporting mental and physical health and wellbeing, and this is where Mind Body Therapy can provide something different and transformative. Talking therapy is powerful and an essential component of the therapy journey, but if we dismiss the body, we miss the magic that can take place when we address the whole person: mind, body, and soul. It takes courage to seek therapy, and I believe that it’s important to find the right person for you. Therapy doesn’t have to be stiff and clinical. There's no one-size-fits-all, which is why I trained as an integrative psychotherapist and in clinical yoga therapy—to help you build a toolbox of mind-body practices and techniques to empower and better support yourself outside the therapy room. I work in a relational way, aiming to provide a warm, inviting, non-judgemental space for you to be just as you are as we explore how to get you to where you want to be. I am a passionate advocate of reducing the stigma of mental health and firmly believe that labels are for tins, not people. I specialise in anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and the management of chronic health conditions, which are often under-researched and poorly understood. Fast becoming a leading expert in the field of trauma-informed yoga therapy for chronic fatigue syndrome and long Covid, I’ve written my first book: "Breathe, Rest, Recover - The Yoga Therapy Guide to Healing from Long Covid and Fatigue" (publication November 2024). I have a wealth of life experience, from working in financial services and experiencing burnout and post-viral fatigue to retraining as a personal trainer before realising my true fascination was in the human experience and supporting people as they explored their way to a more balanced, calmer life. I went on to train as a yoga teacher and clinical yoga therapist while studying for a degree in psychology, and then pursued postgraduate study at UCL in health psychology while training as a psychotherapist. I am deeply committed to my own personal and professional development. This is the work I do to support myself and to help support you as the unique individual you are.

I am a BACP accredited therapist, extensively trained in EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Counselling for Depression. With a special focus on working with eating disorders, disordered eating, and neurodivergent individuals, my therapeutic approach is informed by both my professional experience and expertise and my own personal lived experience of 15 years with Anorexia Nervosa. I am deeply passionate about bringing together all of my training and experience to create a therapeutic approach that is uniquely tailored to each individual’s needs. I believe that everyone has within them the ability to change, and I see my role as helping to nurture and build upon that capacity. Through our work together, we aim to overcome challenges, cultivate self-compassion, and work towards living the rich, meaningful life you aspire to. Compassion lies at the heart of all that I do, and I am known for my calm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. I offer a collaborative, person-centred environment where clients can feel safe to explore their difficulties, knowing they are met with understanding and support. Whether you are seeking to heal your relationship with food and your body, or navigating the complexities of neurodivergence and wider mental health struggles, we will work together to create a path forward that is both empowering and deeply respectful of your unique journey.

As an eating disorder and disordered eating therapist, I have lived experience of managing, coping with and moving forward from an eating disorder. I am passionate about helping individuals manage and overcome theirs too. I work in an integrative way and with CBT-E, it’s not a ‘one size fits all’ approach, so I am able to flex and take the time to understand individuals needs completely for the best possible outcomes. I have experience of working with people of all abilities and eating disorder presentations including Purging Disorder. If individuals are of a low weight (under BMI 18) then I will, with consent, work with other professionals such as dietitian to support both physical and mental health. Wendy has been awarded Autism Ambassador Status.