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Psychologist Session

My Approach

What to expect

I have worked with a wide variety of client groups within the NHS since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist from Glasgow University in 2013.  I am registered with the HCPC (registration number PYL30255 ). I accept private health insurance with BUPA.

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As a Private Clinical Psychologist, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and person centred psychological assessment and intervention.  I draw on a wide range of evidence-based therapy models to tailor therapy to the needs of each client.  As well as offering face to face sessions in Glasgow, I also provide UK wide sessions via video calls.

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My specialities include:

  • Intervention for mental health difficulties including but not limited to anxiety (OCD, GAD, Phobia etc), depression, complex trauma (inc. PTSD).

  • Expertise in the impact of mental health on our cognition (our memory, concentration etc).

  • Addressing the specific psychological needs of those over 65.

  • Adjustment to life changing diagnoses (inc. dementia, stroke, cancer, traumatic and acquired brain injury).

  • Carers support.

  • Complex grief.

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I also have extensive experience in providing neuropsychological assessment and interpretation, and offer support and advice on how to understand and best manage any cognitive difficulties experienced.  I am also experienced in adapting psychological interventions to make these more accessible for neurodivergent clients..

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Clients are encouraged to provide feedback, and their input is highly valued. I strive to create a supportive and informative environment for those seeking psychological help. 

 

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We'll start with a brief phone call to talk about your therapy needs and see if we're a good fit to work together. This step is free of charge.  

 

Formal psychological therapy starts with a comprehensive assessment. This usually lasts between one and three sessions and involves working together to use psychological theory to better understand your experiences.  We call this 'formulation' rather than diagnosis - each person's experiences are their own and together we form a psychological understanding of your unique narrative - how your difficulties developed, what keeps them going, and identifying the most appropriate therapy approach to empower you to move forward towards a more fulfilling life.

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We will then develop treatment goals and plan, and review progress and direction of therapy at regular stages.  My approach is compassionate, open and honest, and I like to know that clients understand each step in therapy and are comfortable and safe during treatment. 

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My approach draws on aspects of different therapies I am trained in to develop appropriate person centred interventions. I am trained in:

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT)

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Mindfulness

  • Behavioural Activation (BA)

  • Stress & Distress (dementia)

  • Cognitive Rehablitation Therapy (CRT)

  • Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST)

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You can find some links to YouTube videos describing different therapy models by clicking the link below.

Contact Me

For any questions you have, you can reach me here:

Dr Sally McVicar: text: 07367622016

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