Meet the team

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM)
Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Other Training:
Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Family Based Treatment (FBT), Third Wave Therapies (CFT/ MBT)

Consulting Hours:
Caseload currently full

Biography
My interest in eating disorders has spanned the whole of my professional career, now approaching 20 years. I have worked with individuals with eating disorders across a number of different treatment settings, inpatient and outpatient, and within the NHS and privately. I learned relatively early on in my career that, whilst no two people with eating disorders are the same, treatment is only really effective when a deep understanding of what works with eating disorders and what works for the individual is combined. My job as an eating disorder therapist is to be knowledgeable and skilled, but also patient, compassionate and committed to helping my clients in the best way I can.

Early on in my career I worked in international research, developing psychological treatments for severe and enduring anorexia – an area notoriously difficult to work in, but one that I find incredibly rewarding. As a researcher, part of my role was to train, supervise and promote the development of cutting edge treatments for the whole spectrum of eating disorders. Later on in my career I trained in Family Based Treatment, a very different approach enabling me to work with younger sufferers of eating disorders and their families. More recently I have trained in EMDR, a very different approach that has an incredible ability to help people overcome past trauma. These can be both ‘Big T’ traumas such as childhood abuse and neglect, as well as ‘little t’ traumas such as relationship difficulties, distressing events and phobias.

I am passionate about the importance of delivering high quality effective treatment across our service (as well as others) and fighting the stigma and misunderstandings that still exist around eating disorders. Outside of my professional life I am a busy mum of 3, as well as a friend, wife, sister and daughter. Each of these areas are incredibly important to me as a person and I try to balance the many roles I have with a career that I truly enjoy.

Amy Chisholm, PG Dip Clin Psych, PG Dip CBT, MA (Psych)
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapeutic Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E)
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Other training: Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Imagery Rescripting, Motivational Interviewing, Mentalisation Based Treatment (MBT)

Consulting Hours:
Tuesday evening (Remote)

Biography:
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has worked in mental health settings since 2003. I have been a registered Clinical Psychologist since I completed training in New Zealand in February 2009. I am also a trained EMDR practitioner, and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) practitioner.

I moved to the UK in 2012 and have worked for many years as a Senior Clinical Psychologist in the NHS, in both specialist Eating Disorders services and Trauma services. I am regularly involved in training and supervising colleagues working with a range of adult mental health problems.

I work as an integrative and evidence based trauma-informed therapist. I will get to know you as a person and aim to understand what matters to you and what is keeping you stuck from living the life you hope for. I will use strategies that are known to work, to help you get unstuck and reach your goals. I have often been described as a caring and perceptive therapist. I aim to listen with understanding, and help find practical solutions for you.

I particularly enjoy working with people struggling with eating disorders and body image problems as I see how common these problems are, and have also seen time and again how people can get away from the snare of an eating disorder by making pointed changes with the ways of thinking and acting that really matter. I know that eating disorder therapy works, and enjoy helping people discover this for themselves.

Dr Emily Cudworth, MA(Hons), DCounPsy
Specialist Counselling Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E), Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)

Other training:
Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT)/ Attachment Narrative Therapy (ANT)/ Foundation Course at Institute of Psychoanalysis / Foundation Course in Cognitive Analaytic Therapy (CAT)

Consulting Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (Remote), Friday (Manchester), Saturday (remote/Central London)

Biography
Whilst completing my doctoral training at The University of Manchester, I was inspired by the writings of Susie Orbach. Her insights inspired me to reflect upon the way in which in our society and views of our bodies are interrelated with how we view and identify with ourselves. This inspired me to work with people to address this dilemma and to hopefully play a part in liberating people suffering from eating disorders from limiting belief systems that perpetuate these struggles.

During my training, I worked at a community-based eating disorders service in Manchester. Whilst at this service, I worked primarily one-to-one with adults with a variety of eating disorder diagnoses. Alongside this, I facilitated CBT informed group therapy for weight management. I have also worked within the NHS at an adult eating disorder service, in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I have worked in private practice at The London Centre since 2015. I primarily see adult clients.

My original training took a humanistic stance, which remains the core of my approach currently. This means my aim is to relate to the whole individual instead of seeing someone through the lens of a diagnosis. This stance lends itself to encouraging self-exploration and awareness, validating each client’s human potential. I aim to creatively adapt my therapeutic approach to the needs and stories of each individual. I favour a collaborative approach to the therapeutic process, working with clients to come to a shared understanding of what they need.

I love to travel and be amongst nature and wildlife. When not working, I enjoy walking my young labrador in the many parks and heaths around London. I also have great gratitude to the ancient teachings of yoga, having practiced yoga in some form or another for many years. In the past few years I have been drawn to the practice of jivamukti yoga in particular.

Sophie Meakin
Specialist Psychological Therapist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
Person Centered Therapy
Integrative Therapy

Other training:
Psychodynamic Therapy

Consulting Hours:
Monday (Central Clinic)

Biography

I have always had a strong passion for supporting people with eating disorders, and have seen first-hand the impact that they can have on a person and their loved ones. I have recently finished my training on the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at London Metropolitan University. During my time on the course, I have worked in a drug and alcohol charity, IAPT services, and private practice. My placements have allowed me to gain a wide range of experience in working with a variety of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to, depression, anxiety, bereavement, addiction, and low self-esteem.

Prior to my training, I worked as an assistant psychologist at an in-patient unit for eating disorders, as well as a rehabilitation unit for females with complex mental health needs and co-morbid presentations. Prior to this, I worked at a mental health hospital which consisted of acute and psychiatric intensive care, child and adolescent mental health, and private acute and addictions treatment programmes. Throughout my time at university, I have volunteered with Shout UK, which is a crisis text line. Additionally, I have volunteered with Headway (the brain injury association), and my local NHS mental health services.

I like to work in an integrative way by drawing on many different tools, techniques and therapeutic models to ensure that the client is receiving treatment that is tailored to them and their needs. I strongly believe in exploring all aspects of a person rather than focusing purely on their diagnosis. I am passionate about building a strong, collaborative therapeutic alliance where the client can feel listened to, validated and supported in their journey.

Outside of work and study, I enjoy spending my time catching up on films and series, reading, and playing badminton. I also love visiting my family back home in Birmingham, and going on one too many walks with my dog whilst there.

Dr Sukhi Ruprai, BSc (Hons), DClinPsy
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapeutic Approach:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)

Other training:
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Consulting Hours:
Monday Evenings Remote

Biography
I completed my Professional Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of East London. I have over 10 years of experience working with children, young people and adults struggling with eating difficulties and body image in both private practice and NHS settings. I am trained in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E) and the Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA), as well as being able to offer Systemic Therapy to families. I have a particular interest in attachment theory and often draw on this when conceptualising the people I work with. I have always been curious about what impacts a person’s relationship with food and their body and am committed to helping people restore this relationship. I like to take an integrative approach to therapy and endeavour to work creatively and think systemically.

In addition to The London Centre, I work in an NHS Personality Disorder & Trauma service, where I use mainly MBT and EMDR as treatment approaches. I recently became an accredited MBT therapist. I hold a personal interest in working with communities that find it hard to access services and am mindful of the impact of stigma, discrimination, and marginalisation. Having observed the detrimental effects labels can have on people, I am tentative when talking about diagnoses and am aware of the power of language. While delivering evidence-based treatment, I also strongly believe in working collaboratively and promoting service user involvement where possible, so people can lead meaningful lives while coping with their mental health difficulties.

Outside of work I enjoy playing with my rabbits, reading, travelling, and trying new cuisines.

Dr Hayley Dolan, BSc (Hons), MSc, PG Cert, DClinPsy
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapeutic Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Enhanced (CBT-E)
Family Based Treatment (FBT)
Adolescent Focused Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (AFT-AN)

Other training:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Ten (CBT-T), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR), Motivational Interviewing.

Consulting Hours:
Mondays (Remote), Wednesday Evening (Remote), Fridays (Hertford Clinic)

Biography
I am a HCPC registered Specialist Clinical Psychologist, having completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College London. I have spent over ten years employed within NHS and private mental health care teams, working alongside both children and adults.

Eating Disorders can have a significant impact on physical health and psychological wellbeing, detracting from relationships, interfering with education or work, and negatively affecting quality of life. I am passionate about effective therapies that allow people to lead happier and more fulfilling lives.

I am particularly interested in early detection and intervention, which has fuelled my desire to specialise in working with children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Given that no individual or family is alike, my approach to therapy is characterised by the use of evidence-based treatments that are thoughtfully tailored to the needs of each person. I use approaches shown by research to be effective, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Enhanced (CBT-E), Adolescent Focused Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (AFT-AN) and Family Based Treatment (FBT), while also drawing upon my knowledge of other psychological models, to ensure that treatment is a good fit.

Therapy is undoubtedly hard work and therefore a trusting and secure therapeutic relationship is key. I always aim to bring warmth, empathy, and optimism to sessions, while also offering a gentle push when needed, and remaining change-orientated.

Outside of work I am happiest when spending time with friends and family; that said, I can often be found with my head buried in a book or thoroughly absorbed in a good TV series!

Dr Tiziana Corsini, Clinical Psychology PhD, Family Therapy MSc
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E/ CBT-ARFID), Family Based Therapy, Schema Therapy, Mentalisation Based Therapy

Other training:
Attachment Based Therapy/ Dialectical Behaviour Therapy/ Interpersonal Therapy/ Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)/ Motivational interviewing, Diabetes T1 and T2

Consulting Hours:
Currently on Maternity Leave

Biography
Eating disorders became my area of interest at the end of my training in clinical psychology (Italy), when I moved to London to study family therapy at the Maudsley. Working in this field has been a humbling and gratifying journey that taught me that resources and strengths can be found anywhere even when they are not obvious. There is a huge amount of evidence and research that demonstrates the effectiveness of family based therapeutic approaches within the treatment of eating disorders, and this often reminds me that the strength and power in the relationships within families and support networks can support and enable people in their full recovery.

When I work with individuals, I draw on different clinical models and strive to maintain a collaborative and inclusive practice. I find that eating disorders are often used as attempted coping strategies to help people cope with meaningful life transitions and events. Clients can really benefit from tailored and individualised treatments helping them to develop an understanding of their condition from an existential and holistic perspective.

In the last 10+ years I have worked across different NHS services both in inpatient and outpatient settings and more recently, I have become interested in teaching and supervision both nationally and internationally. I am a clinical supervisor at University College of London for the Master in CBT for Eating Disorders and I feel very excited to be helping the next generation of therapists.

In addition to the London Centre, I work in the NHS at West Middlesex Hospital for the paediatric diabetes team.

At the London Centre for Eating Disorders I will see primarily children, young people, young adults and their carers, however I am also trained in working with adults.

When I am not at work, I love spending time with my family, travelling, being a wife, mum, daughter, sister and auntie.

Dr Pamela Fox, BSc (hons), PG Cert, DClinPsy
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
Family Based Treatment (FBT)

Other training:
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Foundation in Systemic Theory and Practice Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)

Consulting Hours:
Currently on Maternity Leave

Biography
I am an HCPC registered Specialist Clinical Psychologist having completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. I have spent the past eight years employed within private and NHS mental health teams, working with adults, young people and families.

My interest in supporting people experiencing eating difficulties and body image concerns began early in my professional career. I have worked across different specialist eating disorder treatment settings, inpatient and community teams, delivering group and individual interventions across the lifespan. Alongside my work at The London Centre, I have a role as a Clinical Psychologist within the Maudsley Centre for Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders, which is a National & Specialist NHS service. Eating disorders impact on people's lives in different ways and I am passionate about the development of effective eating disorder treatments that improve wellbeing. As such, I have been involved in research to develop psychological treatments for young people accessing inpatient care.

It is not uncommon for fears to arise when contemplating change. I aim to create a transparent and secure therapeutic space for exploration together, without judgement. I support individuals and families to develop a holistic understanding of the difficulties they are experiencing, to lay the foundations to guide a treatment that fits with their individual needs. I use evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E) and Family Based Treatment (FBT) and draw upon my knowledge of other therapeutic models to create an individualised approach.

When I am not at work I enjoy watching live music, going on day-trips outside of busy London and catching up with my family and friends.

Dr Juliet Rosewall PhD, BA (Hons), PG Dip Clin Psych
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-Enhanced (CBT-E)
Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialetical Behviour Therapy (DBT)

Other training:
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT),
Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FT-AN),
Radically Open Dialectic Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT),
CBT for Body Dysmorphic Disorder (CBT for BDD)

Consulting Hours:
Tuesday (Central Clinic) and Wednesdays (remote)

Biography
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist passionate about providing tailored, evidence-based treatment for young people and adults. I have worked in a variety of clinical and research settings throughout my career and have specialised in the treatment of eating disorders and eating -related problems. Combining science, theory, and a breadth of clinical experience, I believe in helping people understand what patterns maintain eating difficulties in their life and teaching practical strategies that can alleviate distress and help bring about meaningful change.

I completed my Clinical Psychology training and PhD in New Zealand (where I was born), worked in eating disorders and CAMHS settings post qualifying and moved to the UK in 2010. In the UK, I continued to work with adults and young people with eating disorders and related difficulties, in both individual and family contexts. Alongside clinical practice, I am a tutor at Kings College London for the Postgraduate CBT Diploma for Children and Young People.

I believe in working collaboratively and that a warm, non-judgmental, and compassionate therapeutic approach is paramount to any therapy. Often eating problems occur alongside other issues – such as low mood, anxiety, or relational difficulties, and I am experienced in treating these difficulties should this be a goal of your treatment.

I understand that change can feel hard, especially if patterns have been around for a long time. Therefore, I work to understand the values that are important to a person in order to help them live according to them and feel more fulfilled. There is hope for those who are struggling with an eating problem and I believe it is fully possible to move towards a valued life that is not ruled by food, eating or appearance.

Dr Charlotte Watson, BA (Hons), DClinPsy
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FT-AN)
Family Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa (FT-BN)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders and adolescent adaptation (CBT-E)

Other Training:
Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Cutting Down: A CBT approach for the assessment and treatment of young people who self-harm
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) with Partners, Parents & Families
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – Ten (CBT-T)
Eating Disorders and Autism – adapting therapy

Consulting Hours:
Monday evening (Central Clinic)

Biography

I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, having completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London. I have spent over twelve years employed within the NHS, working with both children and adults. I first became interested in the field of eating disorders in 2009 when I was involved in supporting multiple research studies in this area. I quickly became aware of the far-reaching impact eating difficulties can have on individuals, their families and wider systems. Since then, my interest has continued, and I have worked across both adult and adolescent NHS eating disorder services in outpatient, day-hospital, and inpatient settings. My Clinical Psychology Doctorate thesis explored the experiences of women who developed restrictive eating behaviours after Bariatric Surgery. I have presented to international audiences on work relating to people who have eating difficulties and diabetes, as well as how we can support siblings of people with eating disorders.

Alongside my work at The London Centre, I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist at the Maudsley Centre for Child & Adolescent Eating Disorders, which is a National & Specialist NHS service. I do work with adults, but primarily work with children, adolescents, young adults with eating difficulties, as well as their families, using evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and family based treatments. I also draw upon my knowledge of other therapeutic models to create a tailored approach that works to support people’s specific individual needs. I am aware that neurodiversity can require additional adaptations and am passionate about making treatment as accessible as possible for everyone.

I am warm and welcoming and strive to work collaboratively with people, utilising their inner strengths to improve psychological wellbeing. I aim to create a non-judgemental, safe and containing therapeutic space. When I am not at work I enjoy visiting new places (especially if they are by the sea!) and spending time with family and friends.

Marta Drzewiczewska
Specialist Counselling Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)
Compassion Compassion Focused Therapy for Eating Disorders (CFT-E)
Adolescent Focused Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (AFT-AN)
Focal Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Anorexia Nervosa
Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)
Specialist Supportive Clinical Management for Anorexia Nervosa (SSCM)
Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FT-AN)
Family Therapy for Bulimia Nervosa (FT-BN)

Other Training:
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Depression, Anxiety and Trauma
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

Consulting Hours:
Tuesday evenings and Saturday daytimes (central London clinic)

Biography

I am a Counselling Psychologist (HCPC-registered) with extensive experience in providing specialist therapy for adults and young people, covering a range of conditions at different levels of severity.

I currently hold a post at an NHS specialist eating-disorder clinic in north-west London, which is one of the largest services in the country. I work with young people and their families, providing specialist assessments, psychological formulation, and therapy for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and atypical variations of these conditions.

I also work at a mental health service for adults in London, where I offers short and long-term psychotherapy for a variety of conditions, including mood disorders (depression, anxiety), low self-esteem, personality difficulties, and trauma. I lead a clinical project there supporting early access to mental health provision amongst under-served communities, including those from ethnic minority backgrounds, refugees, and survivors of domestic abuse.

I have experience of offering therapy for a range of presentations including disrupted attachments, low self-esteem, and mood disorders (depression and anxiety). I have specialist clinical experience in the treatment of eating disorders (anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and atypical forms of eating disorders), body image disturbances, and somatic expressions of emotional distress.

I offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mentalization-based treatment (MBT), and integrative therapy. My breadth of experience allows me to tailor my approach to suit the individual needs of my clients.

In my clinical practice, I work alongside patients to recreate their emotional capacities and help them to become more emotionally open and capable of relating to others, as well as supporting them to develop an individual sense of inner freedom. I am a culturally sensitive and trauma-informed practitioner, understanding individuals in the context of their unique life experiences.

Following completion of my core education in clinical psychology in Poland, I undertook further specialist training in the UK in the treatment of eating disorders, including at the Centre for Research on Eating Disorders at the University of Oxford, University College London’s Division of Medicine, Tavistock Clinic, and at The Maudsley Centre for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders.

Additionally, I have attended training in mentalisation-based treatment at the Anna Freud Centre and in long-term psychodynamic interventions at the Tavistock Clinic in London.

In addition to my clinical work, I have a background in international academic work and psychological research into understanding the relationship between psychological and bodily identity in anorexia nervosa and obesity. I am a co-author of papers on the development of personal and social identity.

I work in multi-cultural settings and can offer therapy in both English and Polish.

Louise Lambregts MSc, RNc BSc (Hons), BSc (Hons)
Specialist Clinical Therapist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FT-AN)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders(CBT-E)
Body Image

Other Training:
Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Cutting Down: A CBT approach for the assessment and treatment of young people who self-harm
Mindfulnesss Based Cognitive Therapy
Attachment, Family Systems and Self Efficciacy Theory

Consulting Hours:
Thursdays and Fridays 9am-5pm (remote)

Biography

I have been working in the NHS within Specialist positions for over 20 years with children, adolescents and families in a capacity where the client is central to the care provision across physical health and mental health care. For the last quarter of my career I have worked for The Maudsley Centre for Children and Adolescents Eating Disorders services both with Outpatients and the Intensive Treatment Programme delivering primarily FT-AN for many young people and their families. Working with the young person to promote their ability to move forwards has always been key, and finding out what keeps us stuck is a huge part of the work. My background in nursing means I have worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team, recognising a need for early intervention and when specialists need to be called upon. My interest in eating disorders continues to grow with time, experience, and my own personal career developments. Feedback from families I have worked with have acknowledged the power of a specialist helping them to make the changes they can see but cannot implement, needing the confidence in the pathway forwards. I pride my care on an ability to see the wider picture and help families identify which next step is most beneficial for them. I'm currently completing a further MA as an Art Psychotherapist at Goldsmiths and use psychoanalytic and psychotherapeutic theories to benefit and underpin my practice.

I strive to provide an empathic and client centred care provision. I'm often solution focused in my work but with eating disorders the solution is not the obvious way forwards, so my care tends to consider the whole person rather than just a targeted goal. Having said that, identifying a goal can be enough of a change needed when considering support. As a parent of two young children I want to provide the service I would expect from a clinic offering support to young people. My free time is often engaged in new creative projects, or travelling around to see friends and family.

Professor Lucy Serpell, BA(Hons), PhD, DClinPsy, FAED
Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E/ CBT-ED), Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM), Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR)

Other training:
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Motiational Enhancement Therapy, Relating Therapy

Consulting hours:
Monday and Wednesday evenings and alternate Saturday Afternoons (remote)

Biography
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist, accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am a member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies and a Fellow of the Academy of Eating Disorders. I have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College London and a PhD from the University of London (Institute of Psychiatry). I now have over 25 years experience working with people with eating disorders, both in clinical and research settings.

I am passionate about using evidence based therapies (therapies research has proven to work), to help people with eating disorders to recover and reclaim their lives. I have expertise in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Maudsley Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA), Specialist Supportive Clinical Management (SSCM) and Motivational Enhancement Therapy (MET).

In addition to my private work, I am employed in a senior NHS role working with clients with eating disorders and at UCL as Professor of the Psychology of Eating Disorders. I am also the Programme Director of two postgraduate training courses at UCL for CBT for Eating Disorders. I was a Core Member of the 2017 NICE Guideline Development Group for Eating Disorders (https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng69)

Dr Harriet Walker, BA (Hons), MSc, DPsych
Specialist Counselling Psychologist

Primary Therapy Approaches:
Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Body Dysmorphia (CBT-BDD)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR)
Family Based Treatment for Anorexia Nervosa (FT-AN)
Family Based Treatment for Bulimia Nervosa (FT-BN)
Compassion Focused Therapy for Eating Disorders (CFT-E)

Other Training:
Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)
Specialist Supportive Clinical Management for Anorexia Nervosa (SSCM)

Consulting Hours:
Thursday evening (Central Clinic)

Biography

I am a chartered psychologist (BPS) and Counselling Psychologist (HCPC) which means that I’ve been trained in, and work with, a range of therapeutic approaches, rather than one modality. My core training focussed on cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT); psychodynamic approaches to therapy; and evidence based integrative approaches, such as compassion focussed therapy (CFT).

I have extensive experience in providing specialist therapy for young people and adults with eating disorders. I have previously worked in private inpatient and NHS outpatient eating disorder settings across the lifespan. Alongside my work at The London Centre, I have a senior role as a Counselling Psychologist at the Royal Free’s Child and Adolescent eating disorders service where I lead on our ARFID pathway and transitioning young people to adult services if needed.

I am particularly interested in how our life stories can shape who, and how, we are in the world, including how societal views on bodies can contribute to how we see ourselves. My approach prioritises human connection but is underpinned by individualised formulations of your difficulties to inform the therapeutic work. While I draw on my expertise, I am concerned with working collaboratively and creatively to celebrate your strengths and meet your individual needs.

Outside of my professional life, you'll find me searching for recipes to cook for friends and family, as well as swimming in London’s beautiful lidos and freshwater ponds.

Christina de Beukelaar
Lead Specialist Dietitian

Consulting Hours:
Monday (remote) Thursday (Central London)

Biography
I'm an HCPC and BDA registered specialist dietitian, specialising in eating disorders. I finished my degree in Nutrition and Dietetics over 10 years ago at the University of Leuven in Belgium. I have had extensive experience of many aspects of dietetics: paediatrics, adults, sports nutrition, mental health and acute inpatient work.

I have worked within the specialist field of eating disorders for over 10 years across a number of different specialist in and out-patient settings.

I am hugely passionate about supporting my clients in their recovery. Initially we will work together to construct an individualised plan to ensure your body is given the nutrients it demands whilst meeting your overall health or weight goals. I will guide you to develop a good understanding of the nutrients that your body requires for metabolic and long term health, whilst understanding the anxiety and fear that this can evoke for some people. Anxiety regarding diet and weight can have a huge impact on families, social events and relationships. Together, we will set achievable goals and work towards meaningful behaviour change.

Cliona Brennan
Specialist Child & Adolescent Dietitian

Consulting Hours:
Thursday evening (remote) and Friday (Central London)

Primary Therapeutic Approaches:
supporting FTAN and CBT-E through evidence based nutrition interventions

Other training:
Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FTAN, Maudsley Hospital), Digestive disorders and eating disorders (Mari Evans RD, ongoing), Meal support training (Maudsley Hospital), Low FODMAP diet (Kings College Hospital), Nutrition in eating disorders (Great Ormond Street Hospital, speaker and attendee), Advancing dietetic practice in diabetes (British Dietetic Association)

Biography
I am a registered dietitian, specialising in child and adolescent eating disorders. I have worked within this field for over 5 years. My experience spans across child and adults, and NHS and private care. Within my role, I work with clients suffering from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and ARFID, as well as undiagnosed or unclassified disordered eating.

I am passionate about providing evidence based nutritional interventions for my clients, as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Expanding our evidence base and knowledge on eating disorders assessment and treatment is imperative to improving patient care. I am actively involved in research in my specialist field and am currently undertaking a study which will evaluate the use of our National guidance for managing eating disorders across London services, with the aim of improving assessment and management of patients.

My approach is collaborative and client centred. I work with my clients to support them in their recovery, and feel that developing a strong therapeutic alliance is key to working together to achieve goals.