Rebecca Conlan Elwood

I have been working in the field of adult psychology for almost ten years. Most of this time has been in a busy NHS psychological therapy setting.  I appreciate how hard it can be to take the first step towards accessing psychological therapy, reflecting on yourself and your past.  I have a vast array of experience. I aim to create a safe and warm place for you to explore your difficulties and establish your goals.

I am a CBT therapist, accredited and regulated by the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). I can provide CBT for a range of difficulties.  However, my specialism and passion is Schema Therapy to which I have been certified by the International Society of Schema Therapists (ISST).  I also use EMDR and have specific training in attachment focused EMDR. 

Schema Therapy can be helpful in addressing more longer term difficulties and EMDR can be helpful with PTSD and Complex PTSD symptom's alongside other conditions.  I often combine the two approaches which I find very complementary.

I offer a free 15 minute consultation were you can talk briefly about your difficulties and what you need support with.  After the initial consultation we will arrange an assessment session to get a fuller understanding of your presenting problems and background history.  Following the assessment, I will endeavor to create a psychological formulation.  This will enable us to understand the origins of your difficulties and more specifically address negative behavioral patterns.  I will use an integrative approach to healing which may include Schema Therapy, EMDR and CBT.

You will learn a lot about yourself in these sessions and have time to explore your difficulties in a safe space.  I will offer you compassion, empathy and professionalism to enable you to reach your desired goals.

Testimonials:

  • “You provided me with a safe space to help overcome my biggest fears - something I never thought was possible!”

    Client

  • "Therapy has been difficult, but the most rewarding journey. I am so grateful to have had your support along the way."

    Client

  • "I am so grateful to have had you as my therapist. The safe healing space you were able to create has been transformative!"

    Client

  • "The progress I have made is a testament to everything I have learned from you."

    Client

  • "I can't thank you enough for helping me to hold the parts of myself that were hidden deepest and in most need of some compassion and understanding."

    Client