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Specialises in

• Behaviour Therapy
• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

• Counselling
• Mindfulness based CBT

• Psychotherapy
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

Dr. Philippa Sammons is a registered Clinical Psychologist with substantial experience across Adult Mental Health, Learning Disability, and Neuropsychology settings.

She specializes in supporting individuals with a variety of psychological needs, including anxiety, depression, stress, relational difficulties, and those facing adjustment challenges. Philippa also has a particular interest and considerable experience working with neurodiversity and , trauma and attachment.

With experience in both short-term and long-standing difficulties, Philippa takes an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing on evidence-based interventions tailored to each persons unique needs. Her preferred therapeutic models include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

Her ultimate goal is to empower individuals to live a rich, full, and meaningful life by equipping them with the tools and support necessary to enhance their overall well-being. Philippa offers both face-to-face and remote consultations.

Areas of interest

Adult Mental Health, including; anxiety, depression and low mood, phobia, stress and adjustment to difficult life experiences, self-esteem. Burnout and occupational stress; Trauma and relational difficulties; PTSD and attachment-focused interventions; long term health conditions.


Neurodevelopmental Difference; supporting adults, young people and families with adjustment to new diagnosis e.g ADHD, Autism, ASD.

Physical Health; adjustment to long term physical health/neurological conditions including brain injury, multiple sclerosis, stroke.

Learning Disability; Cognitive Assessment (WAIS-IV), Intellectual disability, functional assessment (ABAS 3), Behaviors of concern, Positive Behavioral Support (PBS) .


Philippa sees adults and young people via face to face or online consultation.

Specialist interests and expertise in the following physical conditions

• Gastrointestinal disorders

• Neurological disorders

• Physical disability

Medical secretaries

• Philippa Sammons
• philippasammons@gmail.com