Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Hatfield
I draw on a range of approaches, including systemic approaches, narrative therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy, ensuring that our work is tailored to you.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, passionate about empowering people to make better sense of their unique experiences. I have ten years of clinical experience across NHS, voluntary, community and charitable sector services, with a particular focus on inequalities, marginalisation, and supporting racially minoritised/Global Majority communities.
As a woman of Mixed Black British Caribbean and Pakistani heritage, my own identities and experiences have shaped my attention towards the ways that identity, intersectionality, family configurations, social expectations, power, and injustice influence people's lives.
I draw on a range of approaches, including systemic approaches, narrative therapy, acceptance & commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy, ensuring that our work is tailored to you.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, passionate about empowering people to make better sense of their unique experiences. I have ten years of clinical experience across NHS, voluntary, community and charitable sector services, with a particular focus on inequalities, marginalisation, and supporting racially minoritised/Global Majority communities.
As a woman of Mixed Black British Caribbean and Pakistani heritage, my own identities and experiences have shaped my attention towards the ways that identity, intersectionality, family configurations, social expectations, power, and injustice influence people's lives.
This includes EMDR, CBT, ACT and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are highly motivated to change or address any obstacles that affects their emotional wellbeing and potential. I have a breath of experience of working with people affected directly or indirectly by physical health problems from curative to end of life. My particular area of expertise is oncology. I also provide psychological assessments to individuals that wish to undergo cosmetic, elective or bariatric surgery.
This includes EMDR, CBT, ACT and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples or families that are highly motivated to change or address any obstacles that affects their emotional wellbeing and potential. I have a breath of experience of working with people affected directly or indirectly by physical health problems from curative to end of life. My particular area of expertise is oncology. I also provide psychological assessments to individuals that wish to undergo cosmetic, elective or bariatric surgery.
My main therapeutic approach draws from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) & Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited EMDR (Adult, Adolescent & Child) Therapist and Chartered Member & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) with experience working within Adult & Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) settings. I aim to offer a compassionate and person-centred approach to support people to understand how their problems have come to be and work together to resolve the issues that bring them to therapy.
I have a particular speciality in working with adults and children with PTSD and those that have had traumatic/difficult life early life experiences.
My main therapeutic approach draws from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) & Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist, Accredited EMDR (Adult, Adolescent & Child) Therapist and Chartered Member & Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) with experience working within Adult & Child and Adolescent Mental Health (CAMHS) settings. I aim to offer a compassionate and person-centred approach to support people to understand how their problems have come to be and work together to resolve the issues that bring them to therapy.
I have a particular speciality in working with adults and children with PTSD and those that have had traumatic/difficult life early life experiences.
I am qualified and experienced in delivering CBT, MBCT, ACT, CFT.
Do you find yourself constantly worrying, caught in a cycle of overthinking, or feeling like life is passing you by? Are you often feelings stuck in "what if" thoughts, or struggling with intrusive and negative thoughts that seem impossible to escape? Maybe you’re feeling low, unmotivated, or questioning your self-worth—wondering why it’s so hard to enjoy the things that once brought you happiness, or why you often find yourself not feeling present in the moment. Maybe leading to avoidance of certain work and social situations.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone (even if it feels that way).
I am qualified and experienced in delivering CBT, MBCT, ACT, CFT.
Do you find yourself constantly worrying, caught in a cycle of overthinking, or feeling like life is passing you by? Are you often feelings stuck in "what if" thoughts, or struggling with intrusive and negative thoughts that seem impossible to escape? Maybe you’re feeling low, unmotivated, or questioning your self-worth—wondering why it’s so hard to enjoy the things that once brought you happiness, or why you often find yourself not feeling present in the moment. Maybe leading to avoidance of certain work and social situations.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone (even if it feels that way).
I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Therapy for trauma, attachment-informed work, and third-wave therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I’ve been a qualified Clinical Psychologist since 2015, with over 18 years’ experience supporting children, adults, and families across the NHS, private, and education sectors.
I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or grief, and have a special interest in supporting mums-to-be and new mums through pregnancy and the postnatal period.
I’m passionate about providing culturally sensitive support to individuals from ethnic minority communities.
Together, we can work towards greater understanding, healthier coping strategies, and positive change. Begin your journey to better emotional wellbeing.
I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing on a range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Therapy for trauma, attachment-informed work, and third-wave therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I’ve been a qualified Clinical Psychologist since 2015, with over 18 years’ experience supporting children, adults, and families across the NHS, private, and education sectors.
I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or grief, and have a special interest in supporting mums-to-be and new mums through pregnancy and the postnatal period.
I’m passionate about providing culturally sensitive support to individuals from ethnic minority communities.
Together, we can work towards greater understanding, healthier coping strategies, and positive change. Begin your journey to better emotional wellbeing.
My approaches include EMDR, CBT, ACT, systemic and others.
Perhaps there is a problem that is causing you worry, sleep difficulties and your stomach to churn. Or your life may have become more difficult due to avoiding certain situations or things. Perhaps getting out of bed in the morning feels too hard, or you have found yourself putting off going to bed at night. Maybe you had a horrible experience and the memories keep intruding on your life, making you feel jumpy or on edge. Or maybe you think your problems are small and you tell yourself off for being so affected by them. If things have been getting you down I can help.
My approaches include EMDR, CBT, ACT, systemic and others.
Perhaps there is a problem that is causing you worry, sleep difficulties and your stomach to churn. Or your life may have become more difficult due to avoiding certain situations or things. Perhaps getting out of bed in the morning feels too hard, or you have found yourself putting off going to bed at night. Maybe you had a horrible experience and the memories keep intruding on your life, making you feel jumpy or on edge. Or maybe you think your problems are small and you tell yourself off for being so affected by them. If things have been getting you down I can help.
I offer both individual and couples therapy in central St Albans and online. At the heart of my approach is the safe, trusting relationship I share with my clients. While I support my clients in directing the course of their therapy, I’m not afraid to offer challenge and to guide a little, if I believe it's of therapeutic value to do so.
Specialisms:
Couples therapy
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (Sex/Porn Addiction)
I offer both individual and couples therapy in central St Albans and online. At the heart of my approach is the safe, trusting relationship I share with my clients. While I support my clients in directing the course of their therapy, I’m not afraid to offer challenge and to guide a little, if I believe it's of therapeutic value to do so.
Specialisms:
Couples therapy
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour Disorder (Sex/Porn Addiction)
Dr Daphne Paradisopoulos
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Hatfield AL9
Not accepting new clients
Hi, I’m Daphne, an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and adults across NHS services and private practice. Alongside my clinical work, I am a lecturer on a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and an experienced supervisor and consultant, supporting the development of psychologists and other professionals. I work with people across the lifespan experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I draw flexibly on different therapeutic approaches, tailoring this to each person and their individual needs and goals.
Hi, I’m Daphne, an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and adults across NHS services and private practice. Alongside my clinical work, I am a lecturer on a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and an experienced supervisor and consultant, supporting the development of psychologists and other professionals. I work with people across the lifespan experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, and relationship difficulties. I draw flexibly on different therapeutic approaches, tailoring this to each person and their individual needs and goals.
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Hello, I’m Tiffany. I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns they can’t quite shift, whether that’s anxiety, overthinking, low confidence, sleep issues, or relationships that don’t feel quite right.
You might find yourself replaying conversations, second-guessing your decisions, or wondering why you keep ending up in the same situations (especially when it comes to dating or relationships). On the outside things might look fine, but internally it feels unsettled, exhausting, or confusing.
Therapy with me is a space to slow things down, understand what’s really going on underneath, and start making changes that actually last.
Hello, I’m Tiffany. I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns they can’t quite shift, whether that’s anxiety, overthinking, low confidence, sleep issues, or relationships that don’t feel quite right.
You might find yourself replaying conversations, second-guessing your decisions, or wondering why you keep ending up in the same situations (especially when it comes to dating or relationships). On the outside things might look fine, but internally it feels unsettled, exhausting, or confusing.
Therapy with me is a space to slow things down, understand what’s really going on underneath, and start making changes that actually last.
Where appropriate, I can also offer ACT behavioural work.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy to help you understand the deeper emotional patterns shaping your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Together, we explore how past experiences may influence present difficulties, creating space for lasting change. Where helpful, I can also offer clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and DBT psychological skills.
Where appropriate, I can also offer ACT behavioural work.
I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy to help you understand the deeper emotional patterns shaping your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Together, we explore how past experiences may influence present difficulties, creating space for lasting change. Where helpful, I can also offer clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and DBT psychological skills.
I am an integrative psychotherapist working with young people and adults, offering individual and group therapy. I specialise in supporting people during transitional stages of life, such as adolescence, adulthood, illness, loss, or major change, which can bring feelings of uncertainty or overwhelm. I have experience working with trauma, complicated grief, and chronic illness, informed by my work in hospital settings and cancer charities. My approach is attachment-focused and trauma-informed, offering a safe, collaborative space to explore experiences, build understanding, and strengthen resilience.
I am an integrative psychotherapist working with young people and adults, offering individual and group therapy. I specialise in supporting people during transitional stages of life, such as adolescence, adulthood, illness, loss, or major change, which can bring feelings of uncertainty or overwhelm. I have experience working with trauma, complicated grief, and chronic illness, informed by my work in hospital settings and cancer charities. My approach is attachment-focused and trauma-informed, offering a safe, collaborative space to explore experiences, build understanding, and strengthen resilience.
I take an integrative approach and I am trained in various models of therapy including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I am a chartered counselling psychologist. Within my therapeutic practice, I aim to offer a space that is non-judgemental, compassionate and warm.
You may be exploring gender or sexuality, navigating non-monogamous relationships, or making sense of life as an autistic person or someone with ADHD, or other neurodiversity. Many clients come to me after feeling misunderstood or having to explain their identity or relationship style elsewhere. I offer an affirming, non-judgemental space where your experiences are taken seriously and where we can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace.
I take an integrative approach and I am trained in various models of therapy including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
I am a chartered counselling psychologist. Within my therapeutic practice, I aim to offer a space that is non-judgemental, compassionate and warm.
You may be exploring gender or sexuality, navigating non-monogamous relationships, or making sense of life as an autistic person or someone with ADHD, or other neurodiversity. Many clients come to me after feeling misunderstood or having to explain their identity or relationship style elsewhere. I offer an affirming, non-judgemental space where your experiences are taken seriously and where we can explore what’s going on for you at your own pace.
Our Psychologists are trained in multiple models of therapy (e.g. CBT, EMDR, Psychodynamic, DBT, CFT, CAT, ACT, IFS), and can adapt their approach to best suit your needs and based on your preferences.
Support with low mood and depression, anxiety including OCD, panic and phobias, trauma and PTSD, Complex-PTSD, grief and loss, self-harm, low self-esteem, relationship and couples difficulties, childhood adversity, burnout and caring roles, feeling stuck or unmotivated, psychosomatic symptoms, self-criticism and assertiveness training.
Our Psychologists are trained in multiple models of therapy (e.g. CBT, EMDR, Psychodynamic, DBT, CFT, CAT, ACT, IFS), and can adapt their approach to best suit your needs and based on your preferences.
Support with low mood and depression, anxiety including OCD, panic and phobias, trauma and PTSD, Complex-PTSD, grief and loss, self-harm, low self-esteem, relationship and couples difficulties, childhood adversity, burnout and caring roles, feeling stuck or unmotivated, psychosomatic symptoms, self-criticism and assertiveness training.
Lasting change happens when we stop fighting our emotions and start understanding them. Are you struggling with anxiety, unresolved trauma, or mood that feels heavy? You might be functioning well on the surface, but underneath, you’re exhausted by patterns that no longer serve you. I believe that while you are the expert in your own life, everyone needs a guide to help navigate the fog. Together, we can work toward a genuine reconnection with your ideal self and create the lasting change you deserve.
Lasting change happens when we stop fighting our emotions and start understanding them. Are you struggling with anxiety, unresolved trauma, or mood that feels heavy? You might be functioning well on the surface, but underneath, you’re exhausted by patterns that no longer serve you. I believe that while you are the expert in your own life, everyone needs a guide to help navigate the fog. Together, we can work toward a genuine reconnection with your ideal self and create the lasting change you deserve.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic approaches, trauma-focused rescripting, mindfulness and emotional processing.
Therapy is a partnership — a space to explore life’s challenges, openly and honestly. Therapy is centred on you and its where important changes can begin. We’ll bring curiosity to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours — and how certain patterns may be keeping you stuck. From there, we’ll work towards lasting changes with more clarity and confidence.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic approaches, trauma-focused rescripting, mindfulness and emotional processing.
Therapy is a partnership — a space to explore life’s challenges, openly and honestly. Therapy is centred on you and its where important changes can begin. We’ll bring curiosity to your thoughts, feelings and behaviours — and how certain patterns may be keeping you stuck. From there, we’ll work towards lasting changes with more clarity and confidence.
Evidenced Therapies; Acceptance & Commitment ACT, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT, Mindfulness (general/pain), Compassion Focussed Therapy CFT, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy IPT, Family, Narrative, Solution Focussed Therapies and Counselling.
Capable on the outside, exhausted inside? Whether you, your child, teen, relationship or family are living with ADHD or autism, recovering from complex trauma or an accident, or worn down by anxiety, low mood or intense emotions, you deserve a senior specialist who truly understands. We’re HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists with 10+ years’ experience across all ages. Therapy is online by day or evening, with face-to-face available. Self-funding or insured with Bupa Global, WPA, Vitality, Aetna or Allianz? Reaching out is the hardest step: contact us now, we aim to reply within 24 hours.
Evidenced Therapies; Acceptance & Commitment ACT, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy CBT, Mindfulness (general/pain), Compassion Focussed Therapy CFT, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing EMDR, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy DBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy IPT, Family, Narrative, Solution Focussed Therapies and Counselling.
Capable on the outside, exhausted inside? Whether you, your child, teen, relationship or family are living with ADHD or autism, recovering from complex trauma or an accident, or worn down by anxiety, low mood or intense emotions, you deserve a senior specialist who truly understands. We’re HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologists with 10+ years’ experience across all ages. Therapy is online by day or evening, with face-to-face available. Self-funding or insured with Bupa Global, WPA, Vitality, Aetna or Allianz? Reaching out is the hardest step: contact us now, we aim to reply within 24 hours.
I believe that we all have the potential to heal ourselves. Are you aware that you have a negative mental state at work or in relationships. Is it persistent, or do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, worried, have a low level of liveliness? I can support you to find pathways to overcome these limitations. I am an integrative psychotherapist and holistic therapist. I use trauma informed methods, Psychological techniques, CBT informed tecniques, EMDR, Psych-K, EFT, Mindfulness. Homeopathy, Bach flowers. I can help you to transform your life’s limitations arising from anxiety/ trauma, personal, relationships, work difficulties
I believe that we all have the potential to heal ourselves. Are you aware that you have a negative mental state at work or in relationships. Is it persistent, or do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, worried, have a low level of liveliness? I can support you to find pathways to overcome these limitations. I am an integrative psychotherapist and holistic therapist. I use trauma informed methods, Psychological techniques, CBT informed tecniques, EMDR, Psych-K, EFT, Mindfulness. Homeopathy, Bach flowers. I can help you to transform your life’s limitations arising from anxiety/ trauma, personal, relationships, work difficulties
Over the last 10 years I have specialised in narcissistic abuse recovery, innovatively using trauma focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to great effect.
I offer varied evidence based psychotherapies such as CBT, ACT, EMDR, IFS and Somatic focused therapy. My aim is to help clients work towards their potential and best hopes in a solution focused manner. With over 25 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I work with a myriad of mental health challenges. I am registered with the HCPC.
Over the last 10 years I have specialised in narcissistic abuse recovery, innovatively using trauma focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to great effect.
I offer varied evidence based psychotherapies such as CBT, ACT, EMDR, IFS and Somatic focused therapy. My aim is to help clients work towards their potential and best hopes in a solution focused manner. With over 25 years of experience as a clinical psychologist, I work with a myriad of mental health challenges. I am registered with the HCPC.
I draw on models such as CBT, ACT and Existential approaches, amongst others, where I not only help my clients find ways to cope with perpetuating distressing symptoms.
As a clinical psychotherapist, I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
I draw on models such as CBT, ACT and Existential approaches, amongst others, where I not only help my clients find ways to cope with perpetuating distressing symptoms.
As a clinical psychotherapist, I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
Hello, I'm Priscilla: a therapist, wellbeing consultant, and mindfulness facilitator passionate about helping entrepreneurs thrive.
You’re ambitious, driven, and deeply committed to your work, but stress, self-doubt, or burnout may be getting in the way. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, grappling with imposter syndrome, or carrying the emotional weight of leadership. You want to feel more in control and confident in your decisions, able to set boundaries, and build a successful business without compromising your wellbeing. I'm here to help you make that a reality.
Hello, I'm Priscilla: a therapist, wellbeing consultant, and mindfulness facilitator passionate about helping entrepreneurs thrive.
You’re ambitious, driven, and deeply committed to your work, but stress, self-doubt, or burnout may be getting in the way. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, grappling with imposter syndrome, or carrying the emotional weight of leadership. You want to feel more in control and confident in your decisions, able to set boundaries, and build a successful business without compromising your wellbeing. I'm here to help you make that a reality.
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How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.