The Fitzrovia Psychology Clinic

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Our Specialist Teams

Multidisciplinary Partners Children and Adolescent Mental Health Team DBT Team Eating Disorders Team Couples and Family Therapy Team General Adult Mental Health Team Health Psychology Team Neurodivergent Team Perinatal Team Schema Therapy Team Trauma Team
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Cognitive Analytic Therapy Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Compassion Focused Therapy Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Family Therapy Mentalisation Based Therapy Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Positive Behaviour Support Schema Therapy Solution Focused Brief Therapy Trauma Focused Therapy
What We Treat
Anxiety ADHD Autism Bereavement Bipolar Disorder Depression Eating Disorders OCD Panic Disorder Personality Disorders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Phobias Psychosexual Self-Esteem Self-Harm Sleep Disorders Stress
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About Us
Clinical Supervision DBT Consultation Work with us

Our Specialist Teams

Multidisciplinary Partners Children and Adolescent Mental Health Team DBT Team Eating Disorders Team Couples and Family Therapy Team General Adult Mental Health Team Health Psychology Team Neurodivergent Team Perinatal Team Schema Therapy Team Trauma Team
Therapies
Cognitive Analytic Therapy Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Compassion Focused Therapy Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Family Therapy Mentalisation Based Therapy Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Positive Behaviour Support Schema Therapy Solution Focused Brief Therapy Trauma Focused Therapy
What We Treat
Anxiety ADHD Autism Bereavement Bipolar Disorder Depression Eating Disorders OCD Panic Disorder Personality Disorders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Phobias Psychosexual Self-Esteem Self-Harm Sleep Disorders Stress
Tests
Anxiety Test Eating Disorder Test PHQ-9
Resources
FAQs Press Testimonials
Online Services

Book An Appointment

Contact Us Payment Link

DBT THERAPY
AT THE FITZROVIA PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

  • Initial Consultation: You will meet with a clinician experienced in DBT and emotional regulation difficulties. We explore your current challenges, emotional experiences, relationships, and treatment goals to understand whether DBT is the right approach for you.
  • Comprehensive Assessment: A detailed assessment helps us understand patterns of emotional distress, impulsive behaviours, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and any co-occurring mental health concerns. This allows us to build a clear understanding of your needs and difficulties.
  • Clear Feedback: You will receive a clear clinical understanding of your difficulties, alongside recommendations regarding treatment and whether our DBT programme is appropriate for your needs.
  • Personalised Treatment Plan: We develop a tailored treatment plan collaboratively. This may include weekly individual DBT therapy sessions, DBT Skills Groups, and between-session phone coaching where clinically appropriate.
  • Ongoing Support: We offer private appointments in London and Surrey, as well as secure online DBT Therapy across the UK, ensuring accessible and consistent support throughout treatment.
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DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed to help individuals manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive or self-destructive behaviours, and improve relationships. It is particularly effective for people experiencing emotional dysregulation, self-harm, distress, or difficulties coping with overwhelming emotions.

At The Fitzrovia Psychology Clinic, our integrated DBT programme combines weekly individual DBT therapy sessions and weekly DBT Skills Groups.

Individual sessions focus on developing healthier coping strategies, improving emotional regulation, and building more stable relationships and daily functioning.

DBT is typically a longer-term therapeutic approach lasting between six months and two years, depending on individual needs and treatment goals.

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Meet the Team

You’re in expert hands at The Fitzrovia Psychology Clinic. Our team of highly experienced clinical and counselling psychologists, many with NHS backgrounds, specialise in emotional regulation difficulties, self-harm, trauma, anxiety, personality difficulties, and complex mental health presentations.

Our DBT clinicians are experienced in delivering structured DBT interventions for adults, adolescents, and families both online and in person. We understand the importance of consistency, compassion, and collaborative care throughout treatment.

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Dr Jonathan Davidson

Team Lead of The General Adult Mental Health Team | Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Allison Hayes (nee Rigg)

Founder of The Fitzrovia Psychology Clinic | Consultant Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Emily Alteirac (Nee Smyth)

Co-Founder | Clinical Psychologist | Team Lead of The Trauma Team

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Dr Lucy Viney

Co-founder | Clinical Psychologist | Team Lead of The Schema Team

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Dr Hannah Stringer

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Vallabhi Khurana

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Mirko Esposito

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Lycia Forde

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Cara Eilender

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Hayley Scanlon

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Heather Westwood

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Gavin Menzies

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Kate Watchorn

Clinical Psychologist | Team Lead of The Perinatal and Child Team

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Dr Sabrina Appadoo

Counselling Psychologist | Team Lead of The DBT Team

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Dr Sam Russ

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Christopher Bonner

Clinical Psychologist | Team Lead of The Health Psychology Team

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Dr Frankie Washington

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Richard Pomfret

Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Camilla Cookson

Clinical Psychologist | Team Lead of The Child and Adolescent Team

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Dr Gabrielle Brady

Counselling Psychologist | Team Lead of The Eating Disorder Team

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Dr Leonora Marshall

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Nadia Khan

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Sara Lakin

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Adam Kadri

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Ama Hagan

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Frances Maclennan

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

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Mr Jan Sheppard

Psychotherapist

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Dr Adela Mrkaljevic

Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Kiana Azmoodeh

Clinical Psychologist

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Dr Tamara Licht Musso

Clinical and Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Joanna Shearer

Clinical Psychologist

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Ms Hazel Hyslop

Systemic Psychotherapist

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Dr Gurbaani Bhalla

Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Elliott Gibbs

Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Ranjeet Karir

Counselling Psychologist

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Dr Charlotte Barry

Clinical Psychologist

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is DBT Therapy?

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is a structured, evidence-based therapy designed to help individuals manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behaviours, and improve relationships through practical skills-based learning.

How is DBT different from CBT?

While DBT includes elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), it also places strong emphasis on acceptance, mindfulness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance. DBT helps individuals balance accepting themselves with making positive changes.

Who is DBT Therapy for?

DBT is particularly helpful for individuals who experience emotional dysregulation, self-harm, impulsive behaviours, mood instability, relationship difficulties, or overwhelming emotional distress. We provide DBT for adults, adolescents, and families.

What does a DBT programme involve?

Our DBT programme includes weekly individual therapy sessions alongside weekly DBT Skills Groups. Skills groups focus on mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation.

How long does DBT Therapy last?

DBT is generally considered a longer-term therapeutic approach. Treatment typically lasts between six months and two years depending on individual needs and goals.

Are DBT Skills Groups available online?

Yes. We offer both online and in-person DBT Skills Groups and individual therapy sessions, making treatment accessible across the UK.

Can adolescents access DBT Therapy?

Yes. We offer specialist DBT support for adolescents and their families, tailored to developmental and emotional needs during adolescence.

Do you offer online DBT Therapy?

Yes. The Fitzrovia Psychology Clinic provides secure online DBT Therapy for individuals across the UK who may not be able to attend our London or Surrey clinics in person.

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  • Jonathan is fantastic. I found our sessions to be a very calm environment that really helped me to reset each week. Jonathan really builds a great rapport, and is very practical and realistic during the process. I could not recommend him more!

    Former Client

  • I am extremely grateful for the care Allison showed me during our sessions. She always adapted sessions to match my needs and demonstrated a real understanding of the difficulties I was facing. Her openness and kindness meant that trust was developed very quickly, and I would have no hesitation in seeing her again should I ever need to.

    Former Client

  • The early stages showed me that Emily truly cares about helping other people. I was hesitant to start sessions, but Emily remained consistent with reaching out and always remained patient and understanding. The depth and structure of the sessions was incredible, I’ve never worked with a therapist who has left me feeling like I understand and appreciate to I am to such a level.

    Former Client