Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Bishop's Stortford
Dr Emilie
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Bishop's Stortford CM23
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I'm trained in CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS at the Maudsley. This NHS work with sixth formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
I'm trained in CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS at the Maudsley. This NHS work with sixth formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
I will work with you to develop an intervention plan but typically use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and DBT.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with further specialism in Perinatal and Parental Mental Health, I work with people who have a range of difficulties including Anxiety, Depression, processing past trauma, OCD, birth trauma, phobia of birth, difficulties with bonding, gender disappointment, adjusting to parenthood, low self-esteem and the sad loss of a pregnancy. I understand that life can feel complicated and tricky, and often involves a mix of emotions. I will work alongside you to develop an intervention plan that fits for you, based upon your needs, your goals and the evidence bases for effective treatment.
I will work with you to develop an intervention plan but typically use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and DBT.
As a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, with further specialism in Perinatal and Parental Mental Health, I work with people who have a range of difficulties including Anxiety, Depression, processing past trauma, OCD, birth trauma, phobia of birth, difficulties with bonding, gender disappointment, adjusting to parenthood, low self-esteem and the sad loss of a pregnancy. I understand that life can feel complicated and tricky, and often involves a mix of emotions. I will work alongside you to develop an intervention plan that fits for you, based upon your needs, your goals and the evidence bases for effective treatment.
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 and Module 2 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming when grief, anxiety, trauma, or repeating patterns leave you feeling stuck. I work in a trauma-informed way and have completed EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) Module 1 and Module 2 training, enabling me to offer EMDR for distressing memories and emotional triggers. As a pluralistic psychotherapist, I draw on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis to tailor therapy to you. I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel truly heard, supported, and able to move toward meaningful change.
Offering individual and couples therapy in Saffron Walden, I work with adults and partners who feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected or stuck. You may have spent years holding things together for others, telling yourself others have it worse, while your sleep, mood or relationship are showing the strain. I also support people living with the impact of difficult or abusive experiences or complex trauma. Whatever brings you here, you are not alone.
Offering individual and couples therapy in Saffron Walden, I work with adults and partners who feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected or stuck. You may have spent years holding things together for others, telling yourself others have it worse, while your sleep, mood or relationship are showing the strain. I also support people living with the impact of difficult or abusive experiences or complex trauma. Whatever brings you here, you are not alone.
I am an HCPC and BPS registered psychologist and have 14 years of NHS experience. In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts. I have extensive experience and knowledge across the lifespan but primarily work with children, adolescents, parents and families. I have particular expertise with neurodivergence and regularly carry out assessments and provide support for difficulties associated with Autism and ADHD. I also work part-time for the NHS as the lead psychologist for West Essex Community Paediatrics Autism diagnostic pathway.
I am an HCPC and BPS registered psychologist and have 14 years of NHS experience. In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts. I have extensive experience and knowledge across the lifespan but primarily work with children, adolescents, parents and families. I have particular expertise with neurodivergence and regularly carry out assessments and provide support for difficulties associated with Autism and ADHD. I also work part-time for the NHS as the lead psychologist for West Essex Community Paediatrics Autism diagnostic pathway.
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I integrate ACT, DBT and trauma-focused approaches where clinically helpful.
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, or more complex and longstanding emotional difficulties. Many have been managing things alone for a while, or have tried to push through without much success. Some are not quite sure what the problem is, only that something feels off. I work with people at their own pace, starting with a clear shared understanding of what is going on before we figure out the best way forward together.
I integrate ACT, DBT and trauma-focused approaches where clinically helpful.
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, trauma, depression, or more complex and longstanding emotional difficulties. Many have been managing things alone for a while, or have tried to push through without much success. Some are not quite sure what the problem is, only that something feels off. I work with people at their own pace, starting with a clear shared understanding of what is going on before we figure out the best way forward together.
COUNSELLING: Hello, I'm Jayne an Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy), I have worked to their code of ethics as an integrative counselling practitioner since qualifying in 2011. Therefore, you can trust that I will offer you a safe, supportive space where you can talk about your experiences openly, without the fear of judgement. SUPERVISION: I work with individuals in roles that require regularly giving or receiving emotionally challenging communications. I also offer REWIND THERAPY. WORKSHOPS and GROUP THERAPY along with RELAXATION, ANXIETY and ANGER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT & GROUPS.
COUNSELLING: Hello, I'm Jayne an Accredited Member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy), I have worked to their code of ethics as an integrative counselling practitioner since qualifying in 2011. Therefore, you can trust that I will offer you a safe, supportive space where you can talk about your experiences openly, without the fear of judgement. SUPERVISION: I work with individuals in roles that require regularly giving or receiving emotionally challenging communications. I also offer REWIND THERAPY. WORKSHOPS and GROUP THERAPY along with RELAXATION, ANXIETY and ANGER MANAGEMENT SUPPORT & GROUPS.
Life can be difficult to understand. It can be overwhelming. Sometimes, we end up going around in circles. All of us will experience at least some challenging situations at some point in our lives. Psychological therapy is a safe space to understand and overcome these difficulties. I am a Counselling Psychologist, and we can work together and find ways to improve your wellbeing and alleviate your struggles.
Life can be difficult to understand. It can be overwhelming. Sometimes, we end up going around in circles. All of us will experience at least some challenging situations at some point in our lives. Psychological therapy is a safe space to understand and overcome these difficulties. I am a Counselling Psychologist, and we can work together and find ways to improve your wellbeing and alleviate your struggles.
Starting therapy can feel daunting. Your therapist will provide a non-judgemental and confidential space to allow you to safely talk about whatever concerns you. The clinician knows how brave it is to begin therapy and will be sensitive to how you are feeling. Together you and your therapist will engage in a process so as to understand whatever difficulties you are facing. You might feel a sense of underlying unhappiness, dissatisfaction, a lack of motivation, or lethargy. Or you may feel anxious which can evoke a sense fear and stuck ness.
Starting therapy can feel daunting. Your therapist will provide a non-judgemental and confidential space to allow you to safely talk about whatever concerns you. The clinician knows how brave it is to begin therapy and will be sensitive to how you are feeling. Together you and your therapist will engage in a process so as to understand whatever difficulties you are facing. You might feel a sense of underlying unhappiness, dissatisfaction, a lack of motivation, or lethargy. Or you may feel anxious which can evoke a sense fear and stuck ness.
I use DBT, CBT, EMDR, and commitment-based therapy to support imy clients.
I work with people who might know what they want or why something is difficult, yet in the moment your body reacts and control is lost. Maybe you are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, or shaped by earlier adversity. I can help you unstick, notice your patterns, and support you in becoming cool, calm, and collected. To trust your responses, so you can meet life with more choice, steadiness, and authenticity rather than old survival strategies. I’m easy going with a good sense of humour.
I use DBT, CBT, EMDR, and commitment-based therapy to support imy clients.
I work with people who might know what they want or why something is difficult, yet in the moment your body reacts and control is lost. Maybe you are neurodivergent, highly sensitive, or shaped by earlier adversity. I can help you unstick, notice your patterns, and support you in becoming cool, calm, and collected. To trust your responses, so you can meet life with more choice, steadiness, and authenticity rather than old survival strategies. I’m easy going with a good sense of humour.
In my work I use an integrative approach, drawing on various therapeutic models including; Psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, CBT, CFT, ACT, DBT and PRT.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with more than 15 years of experience. I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety and depression and with couples dealing with relational issues including; communication breakdown, conflict, betrayal/infidelity and sexual difficulties.
I am trained in psychological approaches for managing pain including; Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) & CBT for Chronic Pain. I also use approaches that support people who are living with a chronic illness or a painful life circumstance beyond their control e.g. grief and loss, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
In my work I use an integrative approach, drawing on various therapeutic models including; Psychodynamic psychotherapy, EMDR, CBT, CFT, ACT, DBT and PRT.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with more than 15 years of experience. I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety and depression and with couples dealing with relational issues including; communication breakdown, conflict, betrayal/infidelity and sexual difficulties.
I am trained in psychological approaches for managing pain including; Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) & CBT for Chronic Pain. I also use approaches that support people who are living with a chronic illness or a painful life circumstance beyond their control e.g. grief and loss, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
The therapeutic process helps identify and understand what is happening in your inner world, in your relationships, your behavioural patterns and the difficulties in you experience. I work holistically with an evidence based theoretical framework. I believe that fundamentally we seek to know ourselves, to attune to our relationships, and to make sense of our story. These insights provide a foundation for a stronger sense of self, more fulfilling relationships, and an expanded perspective on life. Whilst therapy can provide symptomatic relief, my hope is that it will also bring you deeper awareness and sustainable progress.
The therapeutic process helps identify and understand what is happening in your inner world, in your relationships, your behavioural patterns and the difficulties in you experience. I work holistically with an evidence based theoretical framework. I believe that fundamentally we seek to know ourselves, to attune to our relationships, and to make sense of our story. These insights provide a foundation for a stronger sense of self, more fulfilling relationships, and an expanded perspective on life. Whilst therapy can provide symptomatic relief, my hope is that it will also bring you deeper awareness and sustainable progress.
Dr Keren Smith worked for the NHS at South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust from 2009 until 2022 where she and her colleagues set up the pioneering National and Specialist DBT service for adolescents.
Keren is experienced in offering evidenced based therapy for people presenting with anxiety, stress and low mood and eating disorders associated with over/ under controlled behaviour. Keren works from an attachment based framework to understand and improve relationships, including working with people who are in or have experienced abusive relationships.
Dr Keren Smith worked for the NHS at South London and Maudsley Foundation Trust from 2009 until 2022 where she and her colleagues set up the pioneering National and Specialist DBT service for adolescents.
Keren is experienced in offering evidenced based therapy for people presenting with anxiety, stress and low mood and eating disorders associated with over/ under controlled behaviour. Keren works from an attachment based framework to understand and improve relationships, including working with people who are in or have experienced abusive relationships.
You may be feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns of thoughts or emotions, or finding life overwhelming in ways that are hard to explain. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, trauma, or long-standing difficulties are impacting various areas of your life. You might also be questioning whether you are autistic and looking for clarity, understanding, or validation after years of feeling different or misunderstood. If you are looking to make sense of your experiences and feel more at ease with yourself, I can help.
You may be feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns of thoughts or emotions, or finding life overwhelming in ways that are hard to explain. Perhaps anxiety, low mood, trauma, or long-standing difficulties are impacting various areas of your life. You might also be questioning whether you are autistic and looking for clarity, understanding, or validation after years of feeling different or misunderstood. If you are looking to make sense of your experiences and feel more at ease with yourself, I can help.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure why the same difficulties keep resurfacing despite your best efforts. When something feels persistently difficult — whether that’s anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship strain — it can be hard to know where to begin.
I work with children, young people, adults and families to make sense of what may be happening beneath the surface — not just to ease symptoms, but to deepen understanding and support meaningful, lasting change.
I have extensive experience supporting those affected by marginalisation, discrimination, exclusion and identity-related challenges.
You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in repeating patterns, or unsure why the same difficulties keep resurfacing despite your best efforts. When something feels persistently difficult — whether that’s anxiety, low mood, trauma or relationship strain — it can be hard to know where to begin.
I work with children, young people, adults and families to make sense of what may be happening beneath the surface — not just to ease symptoms, but to deepen understanding and support meaningful, lasting change.
I have extensive experience supporting those affected by marginalisation, discrimination, exclusion and identity-related challenges.
It can take courage to cope day to day when there has been significant change or loss, or if emotional difficulties or dilemmas are preventing you from moving forward with your life. You might have existential questions about where your life is going, or be at a crossroads. Counselling can be like bringing along a suitcase full of your experiences, beliefs and coping strategies. We'll look through it together, re-organise it, maybe discard some baggage along the way. You'll aim to leave feeling you can be more authentic, and with more of a sense of purpose or direction.
It can take courage to cope day to day when there has been significant change or loss, or if emotional difficulties or dilemmas are preventing you from moving forward with your life. You might have existential questions about where your life is going, or be at a crossroads. Counselling can be like bringing along a suitcase full of your experiences, beliefs and coping strategies. We'll look through it together, re-organise it, maybe discard some baggage along the way. You'll aim to leave feeling you can be more authentic, and with more of a sense of purpose or direction.
I am an experienced neurodivergent focused BACP-registered Psychotherapist. I am dedicated to supporting my clients through life’s challenges. My approach combines a person-centered foundation with integrative practices, tailored to each client’s unique needs. I work with adults, adolescents, and children on a range of issues, including complex PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and ADHD. I support neurodivergent clients in gaining a deeper understanding of their diagnosis, while providing practical tools for personal growth. I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to my work. Contact me for a free consultation.
I am an experienced neurodivergent focused BACP-registered Psychotherapist. I am dedicated to supporting my clients through life’s challenges. My approach combines a person-centered foundation with integrative practices, tailored to each client’s unique needs. I work with adults, adolescents, and children on a range of issues, including complex PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and ADHD. I support neurodivergent clients in gaining a deeper understanding of their diagnosis, while providing practical tools for personal growth. I bring both professional expertise and personal insight to my work. Contact me for a free consultation.
I have also worked with DBT in time limited therapy to help with anxiety and managing overwhelming feelings.
I was trained in a person-centred, integrative approach. This means that I value the relationship between therapist and client so I don't have an ideal client in mind and I won’t stick to only one approach. I integrate different approaches from many psychotherapeutic methods according to the needs and the preferences of my clients.
I work with adults, adolescents and children. I am also happy to work online with adults and older adolescents. I prefer to work face-to face with children and younger adolescents. I try, whenever possible, to use the arts in my therapeutic approach but only if it feels right for my clients.
I have also worked with DBT in time limited therapy to help with anxiety and managing overwhelming feelings.
I was trained in a person-centred, integrative approach. This means that I value the relationship between therapist and client so I don't have an ideal client in mind and I won’t stick to only one approach. I integrate different approaches from many psychotherapeutic methods according to the needs and the preferences of my clients.
I work with adults, adolescents and children. I am also happy to work online with adults and older adolescents. I prefer to work face-to face with children and younger adolescents. I try, whenever possible, to use the arts in my therapeutic approach but only if it feels right for my clients.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
Hi there, these are REALLY trying times so I truly appreciate you taking the brave step to reach out. I'm here, happy to work with you on the journey. My therapy style is warm, interactive, accepting & specific to you. I am internationally trained to MSc level & have worked in the UK & overseas. This means I bring inter/multicultural richness & diversity to our sessions. I am skilled to serve the unique needs of the local & international diaspora & those feeling displaced. I also have clinical & pastoral training (Uk) & a multi faith theology degree offering spiritual counselling for those who desire a faith perspective.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.