Chartered Clinical Psychologists


Online | London | Bedfordshire | Malta



Dr Rachel Attfield, Clinical Psychologist



My Values



Working in a compassionate way is important to me. This can help develop an environment in which people are able to reflect openly about their circumstances and make sure that things that can be difficult to think about are handled with sensitivity.


I work in a range of different ways and tailor the exact approach to the needs of the individual in front of me.


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Who I work with?





I work with adults (aged 16+) with a range of presentations including:
Anxiety | Panic attacks | Generalised Anxiety disorder | Social anxiety | Phobias | Obsessive Compulsive Disorder | Trauma | Depression | Low self-esteem


In addition, I have experience working with people whose wellbeing has been impacted by a physical health condition. I have experience working with people after diagnosis, when adjusting to changes in health status and when facing end of life issues.



Therapeutic Models





I take an integrative approach to therapy using models that are evidence based by the NICE guidelines. Models include:


* Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

* Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT)

* Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)

* Eye Movement, Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

* Motivational Interviewing

* Coaching



My Experience



Since qualifying as a clinical psychologist 15 years ago, I have worked in teaching hospitals. I have had a range of posts working with clients, family and members of staff. I have worked with people who have a range of physical health conditions (including within haematology, respiratory, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, critical care, oncology, renal and trauma) an addition to mental health or psychological difficulties. I have worked with individuals using a variety of clinical approaches.


I have provided supervision to specialist nurses as well as clinical psychologists. As part of my role, I have delivered training around behaviour change and trauma informed care.



Qualifications





* Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Leeds (DClinPsych)


* EMDR Levels 1 & 2 (EMDR Academy)


* Coaching ILM Level 3


* BSc (Hons) Psychology at The University of York



Affiliations and Memberships





Registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration number: PYL01825

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Publications


Attfield, R., Moran, J., & Mooney, A. (2010). The Nice Guidance on Depression in Chronic Illness. British Journal of Renal Medicine, 15 (3) p6-8.


Attfield, R., & Wallace, D. (2009). Training about incorporating psycho-social issue into routine care following a stroke - developing a six-piece jigsaw: What do staff think and is it being used? PSIGE newsletter, 107, p50-59.



I currently have availability on Wednesday evening, Thursdays (inc evenings), Fridays, and Saturday mornings.

I am only offering psychological therapy via online platforms (Zoom/Skype)

Unsure about therapy? call or email for a free 15 minute consultation and I can answer any queries you may have


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Quotes that are grounded in my practice...



"How we are is not our fault, but it is our responsibility to make a change"



~CFT, Paul Gilbert



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