Finder

Specialises in

• Behavioural Activation (BA)
• CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (CBT with ERP)

• Mindfulness based CBT
• Motivational Interviewing

• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Trauma focused CBT

Offers

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

About me

I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 12 years of experience working within NHS mental health services, private practice, and clinical research settings. I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and related difficulties to better understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and make meaningful, lasting changes.

I offer a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space alongside a structured and practical approach to therapy. I understand that reaching out for support can feel difficult, particularly when anxiety, low mood, or stress have started to impact daily life. Therapy is collaborative and tailored to you as an individual, helping it feel both manageable and effective.

I specialise in anxiety-related difficulties, including generalised anxiety (GAD), panic, health anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), PTSD and trauma, as well as depression and work-related stress. I particularly support people who feel trapped in cycles of worry, overthinking, self-doubt, or avoidance, and want to regain a greater sense of confidence and control in their lives.

Drawing on extensive NHS experience, I use evidence-based CBT approaches including behavioural activation, graded exposure, and exposure and response prevention (ERP) for OCD. Where appropriate, I also integrate mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches.

I also have experience supporting individuals living with long-term physical health conditions, including chronic pain, cardiac conditions, gastrointestinal difficulties, and respiratory conditions such as COPD. I understand the close relationship between physical and mental health and support clients in managing the emotional impact these difficulties can have.

Areas of interest

Anxiety; Anxiety disorders; Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD); Panic disorder; Health anxiety; Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD); Depression; PTSD; Trauma; Stress; Work-related stress; Burnout; Stress management; Low self-esteem; Perfectionism; Overthinking; Rumination; Behavioural change; Exposure and response prevention (ERP); Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT); Mindfulness-based approaches; Acceptance and commitment approaches; Long-term health conditions; Chronic pain; Adjustment to illness

Specialist interests and expertise in the following physical conditions

• Cardiac conditions
• Gastrointestinal disorders

• Gynaecological disorders
• Pain management

• Physical disability

Medical secretaries

• Mia Heseltine
• 01257 448309
• mia@yorway.co.uk