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Our Story

With over a decade of experience in mental health, EK Psychotherapies specialises in evidence-based therapies like CBT and EMDR, supporting individuals through their unique healing journeys.

We work with clients of all ages, addressing challenges such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more, offering a compassionate and personalised approach to care.

Our practice is flexible, adapting to the needs of those with long-term conditions, perinatal issues, and neurodiversity. We’re dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing space where individuals can explore their challenges, build resilience, and develop their strengths.

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Comprehensive Mental Health Support

At EK Psychotherapies, our team is dedicated to supporting individuals with a wide range of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, panic, OCD, health anxiety, PTSD, phobias, social anxiety, grief, and more. We also offer specialised care for long-term health conditions, neurodiversity, stress, menopause, and support for children and young people.

Our clinicians are accredited by the BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies) and are trained in evidence-based therapies, including EMDR and ADHD assessments. We also provide Clinical Supervision to support fellow professionals, ensuring the highest quality of care and therapeutic support.

Meet the Team

We understand that the therapeutic relationship is key to the healing process, and it’s important for you to feel comfortable and supported by your chosen therapist.

Our team includes therapists with a variety of specialisms, backgrounds, and approaches. We encourage you to explore their profiles on our website and choose the therapist who feels like the best fit for you.

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    Elisha Kemp - Director/ ADHD Assessor/ CBT/EMDR Consultant in Training

    With over a thirteen years of experience in mental health, I specialise in evidence-based CBT and EMDR therapy to support individuals on their healing journey. I am a qualified ADHD Assessor and specialise in adapted Neurodiverse sessions for clients.

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    Siobhan Prince - CBT/EMDR Therapist

    I’m a Registered Mental Health Nurse & accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 10 years of experience across mental health settings. I’m also trained in (CFT) and (EMDR).

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    Jason Matthews - CBT Therapist

    Hi, I'm Jason. I'm a BABCP registered CBT therapist with over 10 years of experience in mental health. I specialise in helping individuals with common mental health challenges, such as anxiety and depression.

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    Kirstie Davidson - CBT/EMDR Therapist

    CBT is an effective, evidence-based treatment for a range of common mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and more.

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    Emma Mills - CBT Therapist

    I specialise in CBT, supporting adults dealing with depression and anxiety. I work with individuals facing a range of challenges, including depression, excessive worry, panic attacks, phobias, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and low self-esteem.

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    Judita Kundrotaite - CBT Therapist

    My name is Judita, and I am a qualified and BABCP-accredited CBT therapist with over nine years of experience in Mental Health Services. I specialise in treating depression and anxiety disorders, including Social, Generalised, and Health anxiety, OCD, phobias, and self-esteem issues.

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    Lyn Charnock - CBT/ EMDR Therapist

    I offer evidence-based CBT and have extensive experience working with various forms of anxiety and depression, including OCD, intrusive thoughts, phobias (such as needle, dog, and vomit phobias), social anxiety, separation anxiety, low self-esteem, panic, and generalised anxiety.

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    Stella Eneduanya - CBT Therapist

    I am an experienced Cognitive behavioural therapist who strives to be approachable, warm, and accepting. I am passionate about supporting individual with diverse mental health needs. I specialise in perinatal mental health and understand the impact of transitioning into parenthood or coping as a parent with mental health needs can be daunting.

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    Bridget Flynn - CBT/ EMDR/ DBT Therapist

    I am an accredited CBT Therapist with BABCP, accredited EMDR Therapist, DBT therapist, CFT and Behaviour Family Therapist. I have over 35 years of experience working in this field. I have worked with individuals and groups specialising in Complex PTSD, all forms of anxiety, depression, personality disorder, panic attacks, phobia, low self-esteem, to build and maintain mental health wellbeing.

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    Krishna Chauhan - CBT Therapist

    With over 8 years of experience working in mental health, I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist. I support individuals with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, Social anxiety, Health anxiety, long term physical health conditions and PTSD. In addition to CBT, I also use ACT and CFT in my work.

     

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    Salomea Lubojanska-Sikora - Clinical Psychologist/ CBT Therapist

    I have nine years of experience with mental health services supporting individuals facing a variety of emotional and psychological challenges, including those with neurodiversity, depression and low mood, anxiety disorders (including panic attacks, social anxiety, and health anxiety), OCD, sleep difficulties, low self-esteem, trauma, and PTSD. I offer online therapy sessions in both Polish and English to meet individuals needs.

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    Kerry Augustus - CBT Therapist

    I am a BABCP accredited CBT Therapist. I have worked in mental health services for over 14 years supporting people with common mental health difficulties such as depression, stress and anxiety disorders.

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    Vineeta Punn - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)

    I am a PWP with over a decade of experience in helping and supporting people with their mental and physical health, in order to lead a meaningful life. 

    I am experienced in motivational interviewing, goal setting, psychological treatment of common mental health difficulties, as well as nutritional guidance. 

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    Jo Luke - CBT/EMDR Therapist

    I am an experienced clinician, trained to deliver CBT and EMDR interventions for anxiety and mood disorders and trauma presentations.

    With a background in social care and mental health provision I’m aware of the challenges faced by different communities and I am committed to empowering people to overcome obstacles and create change.

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    Zahid Piracha - Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

    I am a PWP registered and accredited with BABCP and have a decade of experience in empowering individuals to achieve their goals around taking back control of their life from common wellbeing challenges such as depression, different forms of anxiety, fears and phobias, panic etc. Everyone has a different experience of wellbeing challenges therefore I put my clients at the heart of treatment planning.

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    Emily Cheney - CBT Therapist

    I am a fully accredited CBT therapist with the BABCP.  I specialise in treating depression and anxiety disorders, including PTSD, OCD, Social Anxiety and Panic Disorder, among others.  I help the people I work with to understand themselves and their difficulties better, by providing a warm and compassionate space to explore and create positive change, empowering them to live authentic and fulfilled lives. 

  • Donna Wilkinson-Clegg - PWP

    As an accredited Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with the BABCP I have over 5 years experience in supporting people with common mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, and OCD.

    Supporting both groups and individuals through guided self-help CBT, taking great pride in empowering people to achieve their goals and improve their well-being.

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    Zalika Sterling-Russell - PWP

    I am a BABCP Registered Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner. Trained to treat a range of common mental health problems such as anxiety and depression.

    We will work together to explore your main difficulties before learning the tools to manage your condition.

    I am a warm and enthusiastic practitioner; striving to build positive therapeutic relationships with each and every one of my clients. 

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    Sarah Joseph - CBT Therapist

    I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist offering a personalised, evidence-based approach rooted in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

    I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel heard and supported as you work through life’s challenges. Committed to your growth and well-being, I’ll help you create lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.

  • Jasneet Kaur - CBT/EMDR Therapist

    Jas is a CBT and EMDR therapist who provides structured, evidence-based support. She focuses on helping clients build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and increase their resilience through supportive, engaging and non- judgemental sessions.