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Specialises in

• CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (CBT with ERP)
• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

• Mindfulness based CBT

• Trauma focused CBT

Offers

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

About me

My name is Dr Claire Franklin, clinical psychologist, and I have over 15 years of experience of working in NHS psychology services.

I have supported children, adolescents, and adults experiencing a wide spectrum of psychological issues, including depression, anxiety, neurodiversity, learning disability, self-harm, and dementia. I like to work collaboratively with my clients. My specialist interests include trauma, family carers, post-diagnostic support, and dealing with life-limiting and neurological conditions, but really, I like to see the person in front of me, rather than the issue.

I use several evidence-based therapeutic approaches with my clients, for example cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), systemic (family) therapy, narrative therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and compassion focused therapy. I draw from many psychological theories, including current understandings of trauma, attachment, and neuropsychology.

I have worked in several NHS services in London and Hertfordshire:
Two brain injury rehabilitation services (2.5 years), three learning disabilities services (2.5 years), an older adults/memory service (6 years), an adult community mental health service (9 months), a talking therapies/IAPT service (1 year), a child and adolescent mental health service (6 months), and a ME/Chronic Fatigue service (10 months). I currently work part-time in a neurological rehabilitation service.

My therapy practice is based in NW London, and I also offer virtual appointments. The cancellation notice is 24 hours. I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and I abide by their codes of conduct.

My Qualifications:

� BSc Experimental Psychology, University of Bristol

� PG Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Sciences, UCL

� Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, University of Hertfordshire

Areas of interest

Anxiety; depression; OCD; trauma; adjustment to diagnosis; neurological, life-limiting and physical health conditions; dementia; carer burden

Specialist interests and expertise in the following physical conditions

• Neurological disorders