"I grew up in Durham, and became interested in psychology and philosophy in my teens. I then studied psychology at undergraduate level at the University of Stirling, completed a Masters in Learning Disabilities, and graduated with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2006. I have developed interests in a range of approaches including Narrative Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy. I’ve practiced as a Clinical Psychologist within community and inpatient settings, and currently work as the lead psychologist for an NHS acute inpatient service in Milton Keynes.

I feel privileged to have had the opportunity to study psychology and believe that in order to fully understand and tackle mental health challenges; we need to look beyond individual psychology, to understanding our wellbeing in context of relationships, trauma, community and culture. I have run various training workshops and conferences usually alongside my colleague Mark Sanderson on a range of topics including psychosis, extreme states and non-violent communication.

Outside of work I love spending time with my family and three kids and making curries, cycling, running and listening to all kinds of music from heavy rock to Miles Davis! "

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