About Me
I'm an experienced psychotherapist and supervisor, based in Manchester, UK. I'm passionate about therapy and I consider it a privilege to work with adults and young people to make sense of things, overcome their obstacles and move forward with greater awareness, flexibility and optimism.
I have lived experience of OCD and Depression, and many clients have shared that they found it helpful and reassuring to work with someone who can relate to what they're going through on a more personal level.
Whatever your reasons for seeking help, I'll be committed to supporting you with warmth, acceptance and compassion.
We'll work together as a team to make sense of things. Above all, my aim is to be transparent and authentic, so that we can establish a positive relationship, built on openness and trust.
Alex is an absolutely incredible therapist! Those with OCD will know just how hard it can be to discuss. No matter what I said it was always met with compassion, understanding and best of all the knowledge and experience to tackle any problem and give you the tools to move forward with your life. Alex has helped me get my life back.
Anon, 30 (OCD)
My Skills and Experience
I support adults, children and young people to understand and overcome a wide range of difficulties including Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), social anxiety, trauma and PTSD, phobias, chronic worry and depression.
I specialise in working with OCD and other common anxiety disorders, plus I have additional qualifications and experience working with younger clients and their families. I've provided CBT in a range of health and social care settings, including the NHS and charity sector. I also have a Diploma in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I work integratively, meaning that I draw on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches in my work, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
As well as providing therapy, I have extensive experience as a manager, clinical supervisor and trainer, in a range of private, NHS and voluntary sector settings.
In previous roles, I've managed a Counselling and Therapy service at an award winning young people's mental health charity. I've also provided teaching and supervision on the Post Graduate Diploma in CBT at GMMH PTTC. I currently work as an associate therapist for a specialist OCD centre.
I attend regular training with leading specialists and I'm committed to keeping up with the latest research and developments in the field of CBT, CFT, and clinical supervision.
Qualifications and Accreditations
The British Association of Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP):
BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
BABCP Accredited CBT Supervisor
Social Work England:
Registered Social Worker
2024 | Diploma in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) BPS Approved / Compassionate Mind Foundation
2021 | PG Cert Supervision Skills / University of Manchester / GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
2014 | PG Dip CBT / Evidence Based Therapies for Children and Young People (BABCP Level 2 Accredited) | University of Manchester / GMMH Psychological Therapies Training Centre
2011 | Masters in Social Work (MSW) | University of Manchester
2007 | BSocSc Criminology and Social Policy | University of Manchester
