Who are we?

We are all qualified Chartered Psychologists registered with the British Psychological Society / Health & Care Professions Council, and / or accredited members of the British Association for Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapists. Several of our team are also accredited as CBT Supervisors and Trainers. We specialise in the treatment of depression and anxiety using cognitive behaviour therapy, which has been shown to be the most effective type of therapy for most anxiety and mood-related problems. Couple and family work, as well as therapist supervision, are also central to our practice. In addition to our private practice we have all trained, worked at, or managed specialist clinics in the NHS. 

Dr Alison Hayward

I am a Clinical Psychologist and a BABCP accredited CBT therapist. I have worked with people with depression, stress and anxiety-related problems for over 15 years in various NHS settings. Most recently I have worked for South London and the Maudsley NHS Trust in a primary care service, with adults with a range of low mood and anxiety-related problems, including depression, work-related stress, major life changes, grief, phobias, panic attacks, OCD and PTSD. In the past I have also worked in specialist anxiety and trauma services. I enjoy working with people to help them find manageable ways to overcome their problems and move towards their goals. I am a warm, friendly and encouraging person and I enjoy seeing people’s lives improve through the work we do together.

Working hours: Monday and Wednesday 9.30am–1.30pm

Dr Blake Stobie

I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at a specialist treatment clinic at the Maudsley Hospital. I specialise in helping clients with anxiety problems, and love my work. I also enjoy supervising colleagues who are interested in developing their skills in CBT. I have written some book chapters and journal articles, and have also taught colleagues both nationally and internationally. I am registered with the HCPC as a practitioner psychologist, and am also a BABCP accredited therapist, supervisor and trainer. I am friendly and approachable, and work hard to tailor evidence-based treatments to the specific needs of the clients I see in an effective way.

Please click here for a link to a TedX talk I gave on intrusive thoughts.

Working hours: Monday - Wednesday 6pm-9pm

Leslie Rossouw

I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist who specialises in delivering
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Couples Therapy. I have full accreditation with the BABCP, BPS and the HCPC. I have more than 10 years' experience of working in the NHS and in private practice with a wide range of difficulties, including OCD, trauma, depression, social anxiety, panic disorder / panic attacks, generalised anxiety disorder / worry, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and other phobias. I have developed a keen interest in OCD, trauma and low self-esteem. Furthermore, I am a qualified supervisor / trainer to students in training and to qualified therapists in both the areas of CBT and couples therapy. I am a caring and perceptive therapist, and I love my work.

Working hours: Wednesday (9am–2pm online); Thursday (9am–2pm, can be in person), and Friday (12pm–5pm online).

Insurance companies – WPA

Dr Tom Parsloe 

I am a chartered clinical psychologist and a BABCP-accredited cognitive-behavioural therapist. I am registered with the HCPC. I have over 10 years experience of working in the NHS in primary and secondary care with people with difficulties such as PTSD, OCD, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, and depression. I am friendly and empathetic and have a thoughtful, reflective style as a therapist. I love helping clients develop a better understanding of what is keeping their problems going so that they can learn the skills to overcome them and make positive changes in their lives. I currently work in South London and the Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust at a specialist service for anxiety and trauma, where I specialise in working with individuals who have been affected by recent London terror attacks. 

Working hours: Wednesday and Thursday evening 5.30pm–7.30pm

Insurance companies: Cigna, WPA

Dr Alicia Deale

I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist and supervisor. I have worked as a therapist in the NHS for over 25 years, and for much of this time I was based at the Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma at the Maudsley Hospital, where I specialised in OCD and PTSD, as well as Emetophobia, BDD, Heath Anxiety, Panic and Social Phobia. I also worked with depression and with medically unexplained physical symptoms. I have been a therapist on research trials, published some book chapters and papers, supervised qualified therapists, and taught and supervised therapists in training.  I have undertaken additional training in EMDR and in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. However, my heart is always with CBT and with working one to one with people to help them find solutions to their problems and difficulties. I think that my approach is thoughtful, creative and collaborative.

Working hours: Tuesday and Wednesday

Dr Lucinda Gledhill

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with training and experience in a range of therapies. I completed my PhD at Newcastle University, subsequently completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience and have authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals. I have worked with both children/adolescents and adults with a range of depression and anxiety-related difficulties, and have a particular interest in OCD. I currently work at South London and the Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust in the national & specialist child and adolescent eating disorder service, where I use models such as Family Therapy for anorexia (FT-AN), Radically-Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT), and CBT for eating disorders. I am an approachable, warm, and friendly clinician with a passion for helping people to overcome their difficulties and find ways to cope with the uncertainty and anxiety that modern life can provoke. Using evidence-based approaches, I work collaboratively and compassionately with clients to help them challenge themselves in order to make positive changes in their lives.

Working hours: Monday and Tuesday evening (last session at 8pm)

Dr Amanda Davey

I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, who specialises in delivering evidence-based treatment for general anxiety, panic, social anxiety, health anxiety, phobias, post-traumatic stress, OCD, mood difficulties, and sexual problems. Through my PhD research and subsequent therapeutic work, I have become passionate about working with people who identify as LGBTQ+. I also have particular interest and experience in supporting parents during pregnancy and the postnatal period, as this can be a transformative and challenging stage of people’s lives. In my NHS roles, I work in specialist services for sexual difficulties and perinatal mental health. My approach as a therapist is warm and compassionate, and I value building a collaborative relationship with clients. I find helping people overcome obstacles that have been keeping them stuck immensely rewarding and it is a joy to see clients create happier and healthier lives.

Working hours: Wednesday and Thursday evening, Friday morning

Valentina Trotta

I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive-Behavioural Therapist.  I have trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London and I reached 7 years’ experience working in NHS mental health services. I currently work in South London and the Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. In the past I have worked at the Centre for Anxiety Disorders and Trauma at the Maudsley Hospital where I specialized in treating anxiety disorders such as OCD, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, health anxiety, panic and PTSD. I also have experience working with people with learning disabilities and Autism. As a therapist, I value how individuals make sense of their experiences and their lives and I help them move forward and towards their goals. I am committed to provide a trusting, respectful and confidential space during therapy sessions. I believe creating a strong therapeutic relationship is the primary driver that facilitates client’s change. I am passionate about my job.

I work in English, Italian and Spanish.

Working hours: Monday evening and Thursday morning

Cilem Hussain

I am BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kings College London. I have worked in mental health for over a decade and have a passion for helping people with anxiety. I work with all anxiety disorders including general anxiety, panic, specific phobias , OCD, PTSD, health anxiety, social anxiety, and BDD. I also work with people experiencing depression. I enjoy the variety in my work, however I have a particular interest in OCD and PTSD. I love seeing the transition my clients experience through therapy, and teaching them ways to respond to their anxiety in a way that is empowering to them. I endeavour to help my clients feel comfortable in their sessions with a laid-back approach, and strive to build a strong alliance, ensuring we work together as a team to reach their therapy goals.  

 Working hours: Tuesday evening and Thursday morning

Dr Katie Lang

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist currently working at a National and Specialist clinic within the South London & Maudsley NHS Trust, providing specialist assessment and evidence-based treatment to children and young people with OCD, BDD and related conditions. I completed my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), and prior to this completed a PhD in Psychological Medicine also at the IoPPN. My research has focused on improving existing or developing new psychological treatments and I have contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and book chapters through this work. I am a friendly and approachable person who is incredibly passionate about working with people with anxiety, in particular OCD, to help them to develop techniques to overcome their difficulties and improve their lives.

Working hours: Tuesday late afternoon / early evening

Dr Chiara Calissano

I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and have worked in NHS mental health services since 2017. I completed my doctoral training at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King’s College London.

I have experience working with both adults and young people with a wide range of difficulties, and I have a particular interest in treating anxiety disorders such as OCD, social anxiety, phobias, and PTSD using a CBT approach, having worked in a national specialist OCD / anxiety treatment clinic. I find this work incredibly rewarding and enjoy supporting clients to better understand how their difficulties developed and what maintains them, while helping them learn the skills needed to move forward.

I also have experience of working in a Community Eating Disorder Service, where I use evidence-based models such as Family Therapy for Anorexia (FT-AN) and CBT for eating disorders to support recovery in collaboration with families.

I am a friendly and approachable therapist who values creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative relationship. I aim to ensure clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to challenge themselves and achieve their goals.

Working hours: Tuesday and Thursday evening, from 5.30pm

Kieran Carty

I am BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and currently work in an NHS mental health trust. I trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kings College London with the guidance of some of the country’s leading experts on mental health interventions. I have worked in mental health for over 8 years specialising in depression and anxiety and treat most anxiety disorders including generalised anxiety, panic, OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety. I also specialise in working with people experiencing depression and low self-esteem. I have a particular interest in working with generalised anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, health anxiety, and depression. In my approach, I aim to ensure that a solid partnership is developed between me and the people I support. In the past this has helped to get people to a place where they feel equipped to make informed positive choices about how to manage their emotional distress using all of the techniques I have been trained in. This approach has allowed me to maintain a strong commitment to helping people work towards improving their quality of life in a consistent and sustainable way.

 Working hours: Monday and Thursday evening

Josefine Lange

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I completed my training as a Psychologist in Germany and trained as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in the UK, working in both private and NHS mental health services. I also undertook additional training in providing supervision and evidence-based CBT interventions for long-term health conditions. One of my previous roles was within a primary care psychological therapy service where I provided individual and group CBT for people with depression, and a wide range of anxiety disorders (including OCD, GAD, PTSD, social anxiety, health anxiety, BDD, panic disorder and specific phobias). I am currently working at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, where I further specialise in CBT for anxiety disorders, in particular OCD and PTSD. I am passionate about providing Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and draw in my therapeutic work on other related therapeutic approaches such as Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I strongly believe in a compassionate and person-centred approach, in which I understand you as the expert of your experiences. By offering you my expertise in evidence based psychological interventions whilst creating a safe space in which we can build a strong therapeutic alliance, I wish to work with you towards your goals as a team to enable you to make the changes that are meaningful to you.

Working hours: Monday and Wednesday evening 5pm–7pm

Sherene Olusesi

My name is Sherene and I am an a fully qualified and BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and EMDR therapist.

I have worked in mental health for over 10 years in a variety of settings including primary and secondary care, Higher Education and specialist services such as Psychosis, Eating Disorders and Forensic services. I have a particular interest in working with anxiety including GAD, OCD, social anxiety and PTSD. I am experienced in working with young people as I have worked in University Counselling Services for 4 years.

I offer a flexible and collaborative approach to therapy as I believe that individuals are the expert of their experience. My aims are that together we can understand and work through the clients challenges so that they can reach their goals for therapy. 

I am able to offer a clear and practical approach to understanding anxiety-related difficulties experienced in the ‘here and now’. 

Working hours: Thursday evening 5pm–8pm and Friday morning 9am–2pm

Dr Jess Simmonds

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist and BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have also completed an MSc in Mental Health Studies and a Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity CBT interventions. I have over 10 years' experience of working in primary, secondary and specialist NHS services using CBT interventions for a range of mental health difficulties. I currently work with people with trauma related difficulties in an NHS service in South London and previously worked in a residential unit for people with severe and enduring anxiety disorders at the Bethlem Hospital. I have completed research and published articles on eating disorders, OCD and CBT interventions. I have a particular interest in working with people with OCD, anxiety disorders and trauma related difficulties. I aim to create a collaborative, trusting and safe environment during therapy and enjoy working with people to help them meet their goals and make meaningful changes in their lives.  

Working hours: Thursday daytime from 9.30am and Thursday evening from 5pm

Dr Stirling Moorey

I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist, supervisor and trainer. I worked for many years at the Maudsley Hospital as a Consultant Psychiatrist specialising in CBT. I enjoy supervising and training professionals and have been involved with training and supervising therapists in CBT since setting up the IOPPN CBT course in 1987. My research interest has been the application of CBT to people with cancer.  I have co-written The Oxford Guide to CBT for People with Cancer with Dr Steven Greer, and also edited The Therapeutic Relationship in CBT as well as publishing book chapters and journal articles. In addition to CBT I have trained in Schema Therapy and I am a BAMBA accredited mindfulness teacher and Mindfulness Based Compassionate Living teacher. As a therapist I am flexible, collaborative, and compassionate. Understanding the client’s world view and exploring alternative more liberating perspectives with a light touch is at the heart of my approach to CBT.  

Working hours: Monday and Tuesday

Dr Jem Bhatt

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. I completed my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College London and before this I complete a PhD in Clinical Psychology also at UCL. I currently work in an NHS cancer and palliative care service based in London where I provide specialist assessment and treatment to individuals and their families. I have an interest in treating anxiety disorders such as OCD, generalised anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, panic and PTSD. I have a special therapeutic interest in low self-esteem, shame, grief, burnout and adjustment difficulties due to major life events. I am a Clinical Research Fellow at UCL where I actively contribute to national and international research programmes and I also lecture on the UCL Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and provide research supervision. I am warm, compassionate and approachable and I like to work collaboratively with clients to understand their experience to enable meaningful change.

Working hours: Monday and Friday afternoon

Dr Tom Marsay

I work as a Clinical Psychologist specialising in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy at the South London & Maudsley NHS Trust. My time working at a national specialist residential treatment clinic has provided me with invaluable experience working with people who suffer with a range of difficulties such as OCD, trauma, generalised anxiety disorder and low mood. I also have experience in treating the mental health of young people. I completed my doctoral training in Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN). As a therapist, I am compassionate, collaborative and flexible in my approach and enjoy adapting what I know about CBT to fit the person and their needs. I also draw on ideas on from approaches such as Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to compliment my therapeutic work.

Working hours: Monday 9am–5pm and Wednesday 6pm–8pm

Dr Ellen Lambert

I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist who specialises in delivering evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety disorders such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), as well as low mood/depression, eating disorders, and low self-esteem. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience, where I continue to conduct research, and I currently work in secondary care NHS settings. My primary approach is CBT, but I have additional training in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), which I can apply as required. I am a warm and friendly clinician with a collaborative and personalised approach to treatment. I aim to help clients to develop insight into their difficulties, challenge themselves in the work, and take away key skills that will enable them to go on making positive changes in their lives.

Working hours: Monday evening from 5pm

Dr Esther Maissi

I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC and BABCP. I am a BABCP accredited therapist and supervisor. I have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in Psychological Medicine. I specialise in CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) and EMDR. I have been working in primary care psychology teams in South London and the Maudsley Trust for the last 15 years and have helped many individuals recover from depression, OCD, panic disorder, health anxiety, social phobia and PTSD. I am passionate about perinatal mental health and a significant part of my NHS work is focused on helping mothers and fathers with depression and anxiety during pregnancy and after the birth of their children. I also have a strong interest in helping people with long term physical health conditions such as diabetes. I am compassionate and approachable and I like to work collaboratively with my clients. My goal is to provide a warm, supportive and evidence-based space where you can feel understood and empowered to make positive changes in your life.

Working hours: Tuesday evening and Friday 9am–2pm

Dr Daniela Di Basilio

I am a Clinical Psychologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist working with individuals experiencing a wide range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety disorders and OCD. I have extensive experience delivering evidence-based CBT interventions both in-person and digitally, supporting clients with complex and co-occurring presentations. Alongside my clinical work, I am a Clinical Supervisor at the Priory and a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Lancaster University, where I teach and supervise doctoral trainees. I am passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful change and also enjoy mentoring colleagues who wish to develop their CBT skills. I am registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist and am an EMDR-accredited practitioner. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to the unique needs of each client, ensuring therapy is both effective and compassionate.

Working hours: Monday 5pm–7pm, Tuesday 5pm–6pm and Wednesday 5pm–7pm

Vanesa Bonilla

I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, having trained at the University of Sussex and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IoPPN), King’s College London, where I completed the IAPT High Intensity national curriculum for CBT in the context of long-term and persistent health conditions. I have worked in the NHS since 2015 across a range of services. Following my training, I gained experience in both primary and secondary care settings, supporting adults experiencing long-term health conditions, trauma, depression, and anxiety disorders. I have also worked as a supervisor for Clinical Psychology Trainees. I currently work within a mental health crisis team, where I integrate CBT with third-wave approaches including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).  I value a collaborative and compassionate therapeutic relationship, and I aim to help clients identify meaningful strategies that support positive and lasting change. I work in English and Spanish.

Working hours: Tuesday and Thursday daytime and evening

Martine Fynn

I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist currently working within an NHS Talking Therapies service. I have completed additional training in adapted CBT for long-term health conditions and specialise in working with OCD. I also have a strong interest in working with phobias and depression, and I am experienced in treating a wide range of anxiety disorders, including generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety, illness anxiety, and PTSD. In addition, I have worked extensively with individuals struggling with low self-esteem.

My approach to therapy centres on understanding each person’s starting point and working collaboratively from there. Building a trusting and transparent relationship is an integral part of my work. I take a laid-back approach, while remaining fully committed to each client’s progress. Creating a space where people feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely heard is essential to me. I am passionate about what I do and feel privileged to support clients as they reach those meaningful ‘lightbulb’ moments in therapy. 

Working hours: Tuesday and Thursday 4pm–6.30pm, Wednesday 6–7pm

Helen Bougas

I am a BABCP accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapist and supervisor. I am currently working in the NHS where I specialise in PTSD and OCD as well as health anxiety, social anxiety and generalised anxiety. I also work with patients with chronic depression and mood disorders. I trained at the Central London CBT Training Centre with Royal Holloway University of London. Since qualifying I have also undertaken additional training in EMDR and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) skills. I have a particular interest in the impact of trauma across lifetime and understanding the trauma root behind someone's emotional pain. I am a warm, authentic and inquisitive. I care about my work and I consider it a privilege to work alongside an individual who I can help them  to break free from vicious cycles and lead a more satisfying life.

 Working hours: Wednesday evenings 

McLeod Robertson

I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist currently working both in private practice and within an NHS trust. I trained in New Zealand and have extensive experience supporting adults with anxiety-related difficulties, including OCD, social anxiety, panic attacks, specific phobias, generalised anxiety, and PTSD. I have also helped people with the challenges that often accompany them (e.g., mood difficulties/depression, burnout, sleep difficulties, shame, and guilt). I’m trained in several evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Exposure with Response Prevention, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, Metacognitive Therapy, and Cognitive Processing Therapy. I use an integrative approach, drawing on these models to create a personalised plan that fits your needs and goals. My therapeutic style is warm, compassionate, and conversational. I’m passionate about helping people understand their experiences through a psychological lens and supporting them in making meaningful, sustainable changes in their lives.

Working hours: Monday and Friday 9am–6pm

Alexandra Langsford

I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and a Registered Mental Health Nurse. I have worked in mental health since 2016, when I began training as a psychiatric nurse, and since then I have focused on supporting young people and adults with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. I trained in CBT at King’s College London and have been working in CAMHS since 2019, including experience on an adolescent mental health ward.

I offer evidence-based CBT and have a particular interest in anxiety disorders and OCD. In my work, I draw on cognitive and behavioural approaches such as exposure-based interventions, behavioural activation and practical, skills-focused strategies that clients can use in their daily lives. I aim to make therapy collaborative, structured and tailored to each person’s specific goals.

My approach is warm, open and down to earth. I want clients to feel comfortable, understood and supported as we work together towards meaningful and lasting change. I believe therapy works best when we build a trusting, human connection, and I value honesty, kindness and mutual respect. I treat every person I work with as an individual with unique strengths and challenges. I strive to make therapy feel clear, manageable and genuinely useful, and I work hard to ensure people feel heard and supported while we make sense of what is going on together.