Forensic Psychology Counselling in Bournemouth

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Ian Anderson
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology.
I work with all psychological and emotional problems including Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Workplace problems and Bullying, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I also offer couples counselling focused upon relationship difficulties with each of you in a separate location if you choose.
I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology.
I work with all psychological and emotional problems including Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Workplace problems and Bullying, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I also offer couples counselling focused upon relationship difficulties with each of you in a separate location if you choose.
020 3879 4351 View 020 3879 4351
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Amanda Leather
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Online Only
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team adhering to NICE recommendations.
Hi, I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC. I have worked in the NHS for over seventeen years including children and adolescents, adults, EIS (psychosis) and also prison mental health, so my experience is pretty varied. I believe that everybody is different and as such work to help develop an understanding of what is going on for you, before exploring what intervention is likely to be the most effective. I also complete ASC assessments as part of a multi disciplinary team adhering to NICE recommendations.
01202 125896 View 01202 125896
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New Horizons Network
Counsellor, MBACP
New Horizons Network is a team of counsellors, life coaches and psychotherapists. Being able to explore areas of your life which you may wish to understand, improve on or make changes to can make life better, improve relationships and self esteem. We all deserve the best from life. We believe that coaching, counselling and psychotherapy should be accessible to all. With that in mind we offer these services at varying costs according to the level of experience of our network of practitioners. Contact us for a discussion on how we can help you with your needs and put you in touch with the best person for you.
New Horizons Network is a team of counsellors, life coaches and psychotherapists. Being able to explore areas of your life which you may wish to understand, improve on or make changes to can make life better, improve relationships and self esteem. We all deserve the best from life. We believe that coaching, counselling and psychotherapy should be accessible to all. With that in mind we offer these services at varying costs according to the level of experience of our network of practitioners. Contact us for a discussion on how we can help you with your needs and put you in touch with the best person for you.
07507 562278 View 07507 562278

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Nexus Psychological Services
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Poole BH14
Nexus Psychological Services provides professional, confidential, evidence-based psychological assessment, treatment and consultancy for people across the life span. We provide online services across the UK for all mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, sleep problems and severe mental illness. We can provide an assessment of ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Disorder in line with NICE guidelines. We are a friendly team of HCPC-registered psychologists and work with most insurers. Please call for a chat about the ways that we can help you.
Nexus Psychological Services provides professional, confidential, evidence-based psychological assessment, treatment and consultancy for people across the life span. We provide online services across the UK for all mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, sleep problems and severe mental illness. We can provide an assessment of ADHD and Autistic Spectrum Disorder in line with NICE guidelines. We are a friendly team of HCPC-registered psychologists and work with most insurers. Please call for a chat about the ways that we can help you.
020 4572 5581 View 020 4572 5581
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Rachel Pike
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
1 Endorsed
As much as it can be wonderful, life can really difficult at times and this can leave us struggling with unwanted thoughts, feelings, and memories. These can easily lead to us getting stuck in a cycle of unhelpful and at times harmful patterns of behaviour that affect ourselves as well as other people. Sometimes we continue in these patterns even when we know they are not helping which can lead to more stress, frustration, and self-criticism. If this sounds like you, rest assured there is nothing wrong with you, you are just human and like all of us, are doing your best to manage life's challenges.
As much as it can be wonderful, life can really difficult at times and this can leave us struggling with unwanted thoughts, feelings, and memories. These can easily lead to us getting stuck in a cycle of unhelpful and at times harmful patterns of behaviour that affect ourselves as well as other people. Sometimes we continue in these patterns even when we know they are not helping which can lead to more stress, frustration, and self-criticism. If this sounds like you, rest assured there is nothing wrong with you, you are just human and like all of us, are doing your best to manage life's challenges.
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Laura Nation
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand what you are experiencing with your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life.
Hello, I am Laura an experienced therapist, here to help. Through sessions we will be able to understand what you are experiencing with your thoughts, feelings and behaviours at the moment and how you have gotten to today. We will consider what changes you are able to make to ensure that you are back living your best life.
01962 571764 View 01962 571764
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Promis Clinics
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
020 3958 4322 View 020 3958 4322
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Psychology practice and wellbeing center
Psychologist, MSc
Serves Area
Are you in a space where you feel anxious, frustrated or depressed? Do you feel stuck or lost ? Are you letting fear or sadness keep you from moving forward? Do you find yourself feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, held back in your relationships and pursuits in some way? Why wait to feel better? Take action and let's talk. Together we can find new ways of managing your difficulties, understand yourself better and live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need a little help to improve and advance onto the next step.
Are you in a space where you feel anxious, frustrated or depressed? Do you feel stuck or lost ? Are you letting fear or sadness keep you from moving forward? Do you find yourself feeling unfulfilled, unmotivated, held back in your relationships and pursuits in some way? Why wait to feel better? Take action and let's talk. Together we can find new ways of managing your difficulties, understand yourself better and live a more balanced and fulfilling life. Sometimes we need a little help to improve and advance onto the next step.
01329 759532 View 01329 759532
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Malgorzata Kobialka
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Online Only
023 8235 6211 View 023 8235 6211

Online Therapists

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Dr Joseph Kavanagh
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
London SE15
I hold a Doctorate in Forensic Psychology from the University of Nottingham.
I am a HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist with over 8 years experience working in specialist mental health settings within the NHS. Much of my work within the NHS has involved working with complex trauma and relationship difficulties. My areas of expertise include trauma/PTSD and associated coping behaviours including addictions, self-harm and other behavioural issues. I will provide a non-judgmental, thoughtful and reflective space in which we can explore current problems and identify patterns of relating.
I hold a Doctorate in Forensic Psychology from the University of Nottingham.
I am a HCPC registered Forensic Psychologist with over 8 years experience working in specialist mental health settings within the NHS. Much of my work within the NHS has involved working with complex trauma and relationship difficulties. My areas of expertise include trauma/PTSD and associated coping behaviours including addictions, self-harm and other behavioural issues. I will provide a non-judgmental, thoughtful and reflective space in which we can explore current problems and identify patterns of relating.
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Dimitra Theofili
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Banbury OX16
I am a qualified therapist, drawing from approaches such as - Systemic, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Forensic Psychology.
I have experience in the following areas: Couple counselling, Eating disorders - disordered eating, Obesity and Nutrition, Binge eating, Child therapy, DBT – Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Addictions, Depression, Anger, Anxiety, Stress, Gender and Identity issues Bereavement and loss
I am a qualified therapist, drawing from approaches such as - Systemic, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Forensic Psychology.
I have experience in the following areas: Couple counselling, Eating disorders - disordered eating, Obesity and Nutrition, Binge eating, Child therapy, DBT – Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Addictions, Depression, Anger, Anxiety, Stress, Gender and Identity issues Bereavement and loss
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Rebekah Dervley
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Doctorate in Forensic Psychology, University of Nottingham 2017.
I am Dr Rebekah Dervley, a HCPC registered Psychologist. I am Clinical Lead for Sunstone Psychology - www.sunstonepsychology.co.uk - a psychological therapies service offering UK-wide psychological therapy and clinical supervision. I can offer you a safe and confidential listening space, and work with you to understand your difficulties and help you find a way forward. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, and people who exhibit a range of coping behaviours, such as self-harm, addiction, and other behavioural issues. I offer specialist diagnostic assessments for ADHD in children and adults.
Doctorate in Forensic Psychology, University of Nottingham 2017.
I am Dr Rebekah Dervley, a HCPC registered Psychologist. I am Clinical Lead for Sunstone Psychology - www.sunstonepsychology.co.uk - a psychological therapies service offering UK-wide psychological therapy and clinical supervision. I can offer you a safe and confidential listening space, and work with you to understand your difficulties and help you find a way forward. I specialise in working with trauma, PTSD, and people who exhibit a range of coping behaviours, such as self-harm, addiction, and other behavioural issues. I offer specialist diagnostic assessments for ADHD in children and adults.
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Seeking Resolution
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Hove BN3
Trauma seems to be the buzz word of the moment but, most adults have experienced a trauma of some kind during their life, which has had a major impact on how they feel or behave. I have worked with many people who appear to be experiencing existential crises (“Who am I?” “I don’t even know who I am!”) and for whom the mask has dropped after many years of appearing to function well in their lives. This applies to many ex boarders who, having learned to suppress their emotions at boarding school to ensure their survival, find it difficult to be at ease with intimacy and their authentic feelings ( I am an ex-boarder myself).
Trauma seems to be the buzz word of the moment but, most adults have experienced a trauma of some kind during their life, which has had a major impact on how they feel or behave. I have worked with many people who appear to be experiencing existential crises (“Who am I?” “I don’t even know who I am!”) and for whom the mask has dropped after many years of appearing to function well in their lives. This applies to many ex boarders who, having learned to suppress their emotions at boarding school to ensure their survival, find it difficult to be at ease with intimacy and their authentic feelings ( I am an ex-boarder myself).
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Nikki Collins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Farnham GU10
As a qualified psychologist and therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. With over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health and community services, my approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness techniques to create personalized treatment plans.
As a qualified psychologist and therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. With over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health and community services, my approach integrates evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness techniques to create personalized treatment plans.
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Marian Lupascu
Counsellor, DCounsPsych
Do you feel drained by the heavy pressures of day-to-day life? Do you have deep-seated emotional issues that are constantly struggling with? Are there past traumas that you still feel are holding you back? I can help you take your career to new heights, achieve a better work-life balance, or finally get over those emotional issues that have held you back for too long. My extensive experience in the field enables me to help my clients in clarifying their goals and taking the steps necessary to achieve them. My services are highly customised, so I tailor all of our sessions to your individual needs, mood and learning style.
Do you feel drained by the heavy pressures of day-to-day life? Do you have deep-seated emotional issues that are constantly struggling with? Are there past traumas that you still feel are holding you back? I can help you take your career to new heights, achieve a better work-life balance, or finally get over those emotional issues that have held you back for too long. My extensive experience in the field enables me to help my clients in clarifying their goals and taking the steps necessary to achieve them. My services are highly customised, so I tailor all of our sessions to your individual needs, mood and learning style.
01727 326665 View 01727 326665
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Wayne Walker
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Torquay TQ1
The goal of an individual therapy is to inspire change and improve the quality of life through self awareness and self exploration.
The goal of an individual therapy is to inspire change and improve the quality of life through self awareness and self exploration.
01803 224747 View 01803 224747
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Dr Clarabella Gray
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Wokingham RG41
I appreciate that people seek therapy for a variety of reasons and know this can feel daunting for many. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. This provides the trust and safety to address difficulties and work towards change. I value the individuality of each person I work with. I use this to explore how your life history and personal circumstances have influenced ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others. I can support you to identify your goals for therapy and enhance your strengths to achieve these.
I appreciate that people seek therapy for a variety of reasons and know this can feel daunting for many. My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. This provides the trust and safety to address difficulties and work towards change. I value the individuality of each person I work with. I use this to explore how your life history and personal circumstances have influenced ways of thinking, feeling, and relating to others. I can support you to identify your goals for therapy and enhance your strengths to achieve these.
0118 230 8558 View 0118 230 8558
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Shally Gadhoke
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Welcome! I am a British Asian committed psychotherapist and supervisor working for many years across all ages. My training and experience enable me to work with varied issues including complex trauma and in many different ways, finding the best approach for you. I have been delivering training to organisations and therapists and have been a member of an Associate Parliamentary Group on children in care and delivered a presentation at the House of Lords. Many people come with underlying childhood issues including abuse and some like to work with someone that has an understanding of the impact of racism, culture and identity.
Welcome! I am a British Asian committed psychotherapist and supervisor working for many years across all ages. My training and experience enable me to work with varied issues including complex trauma and in many different ways, finding the best approach for you. I have been delivering training to organisations and therapists and have been a member of an Associate Parliamentary Group on children in care and delivered a presentation at the House of Lords. Many people come with underlying childhood issues including abuse and some like to work with someone that has an understanding of the impact of racism, culture and identity.
01489 357142 View 01489 357142
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Dilshini Sandhu
Psychotherapist, MSc, GMBPsS
London SE15
Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about understanding you. You don’t need to be in crisis to talk. Therapy can be a space to feel seen, supported, and truly heard — especially if you’ve never had that before. As a South Asian therapist, I understand how hard it can be to reach out, especially in cultures where mental health isn’t always openly spoken about. If you're unsure where to start, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to do it alone either. I’m here when you’re ready.
Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about understanding you. You don’t need to be in crisis to talk. Therapy can be a space to feel seen, supported, and truly heard — especially if you’ve never had that before. As a South Asian therapist, I understand how hard it can be to reach out, especially in cultures where mental health isn’t always openly spoken about. If you're unsure where to start, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to do it alone either. I’m here when you’re ready.
020 4572 7747 View 020 4572 7747
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Minds in Session
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SW11
We enjoy working with all things diversity from neurodiversity to cultural diversity. We work with organisations to ensure psychological safety but we also dedicate work to coach individuals to maximise their neurodiverse strengths for high performance in the workplace. We have developed a programme to treat racial trauma and a programme to help allies to support their colleagues, friends, family and peers. If you are worried about your mood, your relationships or your performance at work and you are neurodiverse or culturally diverse, we can help you....no we can work together.
We enjoy working with all things diversity from neurodiversity to cultural diversity. We work with organisations to ensure psychological safety but we also dedicate work to coach individuals to maximise their neurodiverse strengths for high performance in the workplace. We have developed a programme to treat racial trauma and a programme to help allies to support their colleagues, friends, family and peers. If you are worried about your mood, your relationships or your performance at work and you are neurodiverse or culturally diverse, we can help you....no we can work together.
020 3763 3993 View 020 3763 3993

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Forensic Psychology Counsellors

How does forensic psychology work?

Forensic psychology works by providing those in the legal system with expert information about psychology and behaviour that they wouldn’t otherwise have. Forensic psychologists do this through a range of services—conducting psychological assessments for court cases, assisting police officers with investigations, providing expert opinion, helping with mediation, and providing mental health care to victims or perpetrators of crimes.

Can a forensic psychologist help with child custody cases?

Yes. In the event that it’s needed, an attorney or judge may appoint a forensic psychologist to provide an assessment and recommendation. This process involves multiple interviews with the child, the parent (or parents), and sometimes others. The psychologist assesses the parent’s mental health, strengths and weaknesses, and parenting practices to understand what’s in the child’s best interest. They then complete a report with recommendations based on their assessment.

Do forensic psychologists help solve crimes?

In some cases they do. For example, criminal profiling involves collaborating with law enforcement officers to construct a profile of a perpetrator based on psychology, personality, and behaviour as suggested by the crime in order to focus the investigation. They may also offer expert input on subjects related to a case such as deception, false confessions, and the reliability of testimony based on eyewitness accounts.

How long do people typically work with a forensic psychologist?

The length of time an individual works with a forensic psychologist depends on the relevant service. For example, if a forensic psychologist is conducting a psychological assessment for a court case, this may take one to two sessions to complete (although they can be more extensive). If the forensic psychologist is providing therapy to someone accused or convicted of a crime, treatment may last for several months or more.