MKD THERAPY
Empowering you with compassionate, personalised therapy to heal, grow, and thrive.
About Me
With over 16 years of experience across both public and private sectors, I offer a compassionate, expert-driven approach to mental health and psychological support.
My career has spanned a range of settings—from local authorities to delivering talking therapies within the NHS, including specialist roles in health psychology, stroke, and spinal injury care.
I have worked with children, young people, and adults, supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, and neurodivergence.
My work also includes providing therapy within educational settings and supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
In addition to clinical work, I am a Lecturer at a leading university, teaching on postgraduate programmes in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I also serve as a Clinical Supervisor, mentoring and guiding fellow professionals in their therapeutic practice.
My experience includes working with organisations such as Bupa, AXA, and leading legal firms, bringing a high standard of care and insight to every client and partner I support.
I am professionally trained to conduct comprehensive ADHD assessments and provide accurate diagnoses.
My Approach
I specialise in helping clients manage and recover from trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias and other emotional difficulties. Utilising evidence-based therapies such as CBT and EMDR, I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each client, empowering them to develop resilience, improve emotional regulation, and achieve lasting change.
Areas of Expertise:
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Trauma & PTSD Recovery
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Depression
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Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety
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Panic attacks
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Phobias
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Sleep problems and nightmares
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Stress & Emotional Regulation
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Low Self-Esteem & Confidence Building
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Behavioural & Emotional Challenges in Children & Adolescents
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ADHD Assessment, Diagnosis and Coaching
Who I Work With:
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Children – Supporting young clients with emotional regulation, anxiety, and trauma in a way that is engaging and developmentally appropriate.
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Adolescents – Helping teens navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop positive coping strategies.
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Adults – Providing compassionate therapy to address past trauma, stress, and mental health challenges, promoting personal growth and well-being.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform lives and I am committed to guiding my clients toward a brighter, healthier future.
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Where will my sessions take place?Our sessions will take place either:- in person at Room 3, The Mansions (Business Hub), Chapel Lane Preston PR4 5DS face to face via Microsoft Teams (or Zoom) This will be agreed between us at the commencement of therapy and may be subject to change as may be required by either of us. I provide a comfortable and professional therapy space within premises owned by an independently operated business, with which I have no professional affiliation. As I am not always based at this location, attendance is strictly by prior appointment.
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How does video therapy work?I offer sessions via Microsoft Teams or Zoom, which you can join from any device with a camera, microphone, and internet connection. Research shows that online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions, and I will provide any necessary links or materials in advance to make the process simple and supportive.
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What if i need urgent support?Please note that I am unable to offer crisis support. If you feel in need of urgent help you should contact your GP or dial 111 and ask for an urgent GP appointment. If someone's life is at risk, or if you don't feel that you can keep yourself or someone else safe, then you should dial 999 or go to your local Accident & Emergency department. All NHS trusts offer urgent mental health helplines for people of all ages in England. You can call for: 24-hour advice and support for you, your child, your parent or someone you care for help speaking to a mental health professional an assessment to find the right care for you Alternatively, if you just need to talk, any time of day or night, there are a number of free listening services. These services offer confidential support from trained volunteers. You can talk about anything that's troubling you, no matter how difficult. Samaritans – Call 116 123 to talk to Samaritans, or email: jo@samaritans.org for a reply within 24 hours Text "SHOUT" to 85258 to contact the Shout Crisis Text Line, or text "YM" if you're under 19 If you're under 19, you can also call 0800 1111 to talk to Childline. The number will not appear on your phone bill. Please click below to find the service for your locality. Check your mental health symptoms - NHS 111