Alison originally trained as a psychodynamic therapist prior to training as a chartered psychologist. Her clinical specialism is trauma, using approaches such as EMDR, Trauma-focused CBT, Schema Therapy and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
Alison supports adults who’ve experienced sexual abuse and assault as well as couples, adults and families for a range of conditions including fertility issues & infidelity and has a particular interest in maternal mental health. She has worked in the UK and Hong Kong.
Alison practices fluently in English and Portuguese.
Specialisms
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Postnatal Depression
Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR)
Disordered Eating
Stress Management
Infertility, Surrogacy & Adoption Support
Bereavement/Grief
TF-CBT
Schema Therapy
Narrative Exposure Therapy
Interpersonal Relationship Management