Forensic Psychology Counselling in Chelmsford
Ian West (Accred) Counsellor and Supervisor
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based in Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
I am an Accredited MBACP Registered Humanistic Integrative Counsellor & Counselling Supervisor with over 10 years of experience in working with individuals, and groups of all ages, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. I am based in Colchester CO1. Dependent on your presenting issues/needs I will draw on cognitive, psychodynamic, attachment, and relational theories and concepts, to provide either short-term-focused counselling/therapy or longer-term in-depth psychotherapy.
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.
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I am a psychotherapist based in Stoke Newington, working exclusively online for the foreseeable. I offer a private, strictly confidential, and non-judgemental service. I stress the last point in the belief that psychotherapy has the potential to be one of the few truly non-judgemental relational spaces available to us. It focuses on the individual's experience, however challenging, highlighting those that for various reasons remain largely unexpressed or unacknowledged – perhaps because they are painful, frightening, overwhelming, shameful, or simply seen as wrong.
I am a psychotherapist based in Stoke Newington, working exclusively online for the foreseeable. I offer a private, strictly confidential, and non-judgemental service. I stress the last point in the belief that psychotherapy has the potential to be one of the few truly non-judgemental relational spaces available to us. It focuses on the individual's experience, however challenging, highlighting those that for various reasons remain largely unexpressed or unacknowledged – perhaps because they are painful, frightening, overwhelming, shameful, or simply seen as wrong.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 10 years’ experience across NHS, private and charitable services.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, often facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, or difficult life experiences.
People come to me to support a deeper understanding of themselves or their situation, to manage through difficult times, and to help create meaningful, lasting change. I offer a non‑judgemental space where we can make sense of what’s going on together and find a way forward that feels right for you.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist (HCPC registered) with over 10 years’ experience across NHS, private and charitable services.
I work with individuals, couples, and families who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected, often facing challenges such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, or difficult life experiences.
People come to me to support a deeper understanding of themselves or their situation, to manage through difficult times, and to help create meaningful, lasting change. I offer a non‑judgemental space where we can make sense of what’s going on together and find a way forward that feels right for you.
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
I am an HCPC Registered and Chartered Psychologist, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, and therapist with over 10 years experience in mental health services. With previous NHS experience in a specialist hospital for adults with personality disorders, as well as at Great Ormond Street Hospital and psychotherapy services for adolescents and adults with mental and physical health conditions, I have the knowledge and professional experience to help with a wide variety of difficulties. I offer specialist assessments and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults.
I work with people who are seeking change, healing, and clarity in their lives. You may be feeling anxious, navigating relationship challenges, or questioning your direction. Sometimes it can feel like you’re carrying too much on your own or repeating patterns that no longer serve you. Therapy with me offers a safe and supportive space to pause, reflect, and make sense of these experiences. With warmth and curiosity, I help you understand what feels overwhelming, reconnect with your own strengths, and take steps toward living with greater balance and authenticity.
I work with people who are seeking change, healing, and clarity in their lives. You may be feeling anxious, navigating relationship challenges, or questioning your direction. Sometimes it can feel like you’re carrying too much on your own or repeating patterns that no longer serve you. Therapy with me offers a safe and supportive space to pause, reflect, and make sense of these experiences. With warmth and curiosity, I help you understand what feels overwhelming, reconnect with your own strengths, and take steps toward living with greater balance and authenticity.
I work with adults using a holistic approach who are feeling stuck. Many people are struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, and burnout. Some people are turning to alcohol, drugs or other addictive behaviours such as doom scrolling. I specialise in working with people who are worrying they aren’t managing their mental health and who may have experienced trauma, I offer an entirely non-judgemental, confidential, compassionate and safe space to talk about some of these things and help you to identify what changes you would like to make. I also specialise in working with ADHD and offering post-diagnostic support.
I work with adults using a holistic approach who are feeling stuck. Many people are struggling with depression, stress, anxiety, and burnout. Some people are turning to alcohol, drugs or other addictive behaviours such as doom scrolling. I specialise in working with people who are worrying they aren’t managing their mental health and who may have experienced trauma, I offer an entirely non-judgemental, confidential, compassionate and safe space to talk about some of these things and help you to identify what changes you would like to make. I also specialise in working with ADHD and offering post-diagnostic support.
Life has a way of piling onto us and sometimes its hard to recognize the effects of our experiences over time. This can lead to developing unhelpful coping skills in the moment, that are not conducive to a healthy and happy life. We need to adapt and find other ways of coping once the storm has passed, which can be difficult to do on your own.
As a qualified psychologist, I have experience in working with inpatient and community settings over the last 6 years. I specialize in working with Personality Disorder (BPD, ASPD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD and CPTSD), and neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, LD, Autism).
Life has a way of piling onto us and sometimes its hard to recognize the effects of our experiences over time. This can lead to developing unhelpful coping skills in the moment, that are not conducive to a healthy and happy life. We need to adapt and find other ways of coping once the storm has passed, which can be difficult to do on your own.
As a qualified psychologist, I have experience in working with inpatient and community settings over the last 6 years. I specialize in working with Personality Disorder (BPD, ASPD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD and CPTSD), and neurodevelopmental disorders (ADHD, LD, Autism).
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained despite managing responsibilities on the outside? Are long-standing patterns in your relationships or sense of identity beginning to affect your confidence or direction? I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation difficulties, and complex relational challenges. With over eight years of clinical experience and training in both counselling and psychology, I offer structured, evidence-based therapy focused on clarity, emotional stability, and practical change.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained despite managing responsibilities on the outside? Are long-standing patterns in your relationships or sense of identity beginning to affect your confidence or direction? I work with adults and young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation difficulties, and complex relational challenges. With over eight years of clinical experience and training in both counselling and psychology, I offer structured, evidence-based therapy focused on clarity, emotional stability, and practical change.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, groups and as a supervisor. I see psychotherapy as valuable to people from all walks of life and as a conversation which is led by the client, working towards deepening self-awareness and the capacity to live authentically. I have substantial experience with people from all backgrounds, including people from diverse ethnicities, sexualities, genders. I have extensive experience with people who have led quite chaotic lives; but equally, people whose lives appear relatively simple are often, at a private level, in need of the deep attention psychotherapy offers.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist working with individuals, couples, groups and as a supervisor. I see psychotherapy as valuable to people from all walks of life and as a conversation which is led by the client, working towards deepening self-awareness and the capacity to live authentically. I have substantial experience with people from all backgrounds, including people from diverse ethnicities, sexualities, genders. I have extensive experience with people who have led quite chaotic lives; but equally, people whose lives appear relatively simple are often, at a private level, in need of the deep attention psychotherapy offers.
Hi, I'm Grace and I am a Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC), and have over 10 years experience working with a range of young people and adults within both the NHS and private sector. I take a systemic approach, meaning that I consider the wider factors that may be contributing to someone's difficulties, while acknowledging someone's strengths and individuality within sessions. I take a holistic view when working with individuals, co-constructing the sessions to ensure clients' voices are heard.
In the NHS, my role is currently in autism diagnosis through a neuroaffirmative stance.
Hi, I'm Grace and I am a Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC), and have over 10 years experience working with a range of young people and adults within both the NHS and private sector. I take a systemic approach, meaning that I consider the wider factors that may be contributing to someone's difficulties, while acknowledging someone's strengths and individuality within sessions. I take a holistic view when working with individuals, co-constructing the sessions to ensure clients' voices are heard.
In the NHS, my role is currently in autism diagnosis through a neuroaffirmative stance.
Sometimes it is difficult to find the words to describe your emotions or what you are experiencing. I hold online sessions where you are invited to use your imagination and creativity to gain insight and explore current challenges; exploring whatever you are struggling with or what you feel is holding you back or challenging your well-being. Through a combination of talking and expression, clients of all ages are empowered to tap into their inner strengths, and to use those strengths to create healthy connections with themselves and others.
Sometimes it is difficult to find the words to describe your emotions or what you are experiencing. I hold online sessions where you are invited to use your imagination and creativity to gain insight and explore current challenges; exploring whatever you are struggling with or what you feel is holding you back or challenging your well-being. Through a combination of talking and expression, clients of all ages are empowered to tap into their inner strengths, and to use those strengths to create healthy connections with themselves and others.
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.
Hi everyone! I'm Erlend, a Clinical Psychologist. My priority is always to provide you with a safe and confidential space and help you feel like you can express yourself. I will be guided by your pace and values to help you work towards living a more fulfilling life. I also place great importance on being genuine and honest when working with people, so am always keen to review our progress and make sure the process is working for you. I studied Psychology at the University of Bergen, Norway, before moving to the UK to study my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Essex.
Hi everyone! I'm Erlend, a Clinical Psychologist. My priority is always to provide you with a safe and confidential space and help you feel like you can express yourself. I will be guided by your pace and values to help you work towards living a more fulfilling life. I also place great importance on being genuine and honest when working with people, so am always keen to review our progress and make sure the process is working for you. I studied Psychology at the University of Bergen, Norway, before moving to the UK to study my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Essex.
Dr Catriona Amberton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Hertford SG14
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In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts.
Sometimes clients have found gaining a new perspective on their situation is enough to instigate change to their lives and other people prefer to work slowly on specific areas. Together we can discuss what you want to change about your situation and create with some achievable goals.
I also provide diagnostic assessments for ADHD and Autism.
In addition to my doctorate, I have a Masters in Clinical Forensic Psychology and conduct expert witness work for the courts.
Sometimes clients have found gaining a new perspective on their situation is enough to instigate change to their lives and other people prefer to work slowly on specific areas. Together we can discuss what you want to change about your situation and create with some achievable goals.
I also provide diagnostic assessments for ADHD and Autism.
My own experience of therapy inspired me to become a psychotherapist. Through therapy, I gained a deeper understanding of how early experiences can shape our relationships, emotions and sense of self. This journey helped me move beyond patterns that had left me feeling stuck and develop a more fulfilling way of living. As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and work towards meaningful and lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to move forward, I invite you to get in touch.
My own experience of therapy inspired me to become a psychotherapist. Through therapy, I gained a deeper understanding of how early experiences can shape our relationships, emotions and sense of self. This journey helped me move beyond patterns that had left me feeling stuck and develop a more fulfilling way of living. As a therapist, I offer a safe, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can explore your difficulties, gain insight and work towards meaningful and lasting change. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or struggling to move forward, I invite you to get in touch.
Prior to getting my clinical doctorate, I completed a PhD, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology.
I am a compassionate, authentic clinical psychologist with a wealth of knowledge about all things mental health. I strive to create a safe space to nurture understanding, generate acceptance, and empower change through evidence based psychological services. I only offer therapy that has a strong evidence base and that which is recommended by NICE Guidelines. This means you have access to the best psychological interventions. I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
Prior to getting my clinical doctorate, I completed a PhD, MSc in Forensic Psychology, and a BSc (Hons) in Psychology.
I am a compassionate, authentic clinical psychologist with a wealth of knowledge about all things mental health. I strive to create a safe space to nurture understanding, generate acceptance, and empower change through evidence based psychological services. I only offer therapy that has a strong evidence base and that which is recommended by NICE Guidelines. This means you have access to the best psychological interventions. I am qualified to assess and diagnose Autism and ADHD as part of a multidisciplinary team, and I can adapt psychological therapy for neurodiversity.
Do you need some safe space to explore your emotions, find a way forward, some better coping systems that work, find the real you without the feeling of uncertainty, so that you can reach a place of contentment and growth.
Do you need some safe space to explore your emotions, find a way forward, some better coping systems that work, find the real you without the feeling of uncertainty, so that you can reach a place of contentment and growth.
I offer warm, compassionate and evidence-based psychological therapy within a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative and tailored to you, focusing on what matters most in your life and helping you move towards meaningful, lasting change. Together, we will explore the difficulties you are experiencing and develop practical skills to support greater psychological flexibility, emotional clarity, and confidence in navigating life’s challenges. Therapy is not about “fixing” you, but about helping you better understand yourself and build on your strengths.
I offer warm, compassionate and evidence-based psychological therapy within a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel heard and understood. My approach is collaborative and tailored to you, focusing on what matters most in your life and helping you move towards meaningful, lasting change. Together, we will explore the difficulties you are experiencing and develop practical skills to support greater psychological flexibility, emotional clarity, and confidence in navigating life’s challenges. Therapy is not about “fixing” you, but about helping you better understand yourself and build on your strengths.
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
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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.