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Interpersonal therapy (IPT)
What is interpersonal therapy (IPT)? Interpersonal therapy (IPT) primarily focuses on how relationships affect us, and alternatively, how our mental health issues can affect our relationships. It is a...
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Interpersonal difficulties
Interpersonal difficulties Interpersonal difficulties relate to issues in creating and maintaining healthy and positive professional or personal relationships. Social connection and positive...
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Personality disorders
Personality disorders The word ‘personality’ refers to the pattern of thoughts, feelings and behaviour that makes each of us the individuals that we are. Generally, our personalities don't change...
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Jack Horgan-Briggs
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA in Dramatherapy HCPC Accredited Member and Executive Director of British Association of Dramatherapists Professional experience Jack...
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Michael Major
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Personal Fitness Trainer Professional experience Michael Major has dedicated over twenty years to working within the fitness and mental...
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Executive Assistant to CEO
About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient, day...
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Dr Nicole Gifford
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctor of Clinical Psychology from Massey University (2017 - 2021) Bachelor of Science (Honours) Majoring in Psychology, First Class...
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“My loved one is an addict”: The sentence said by 100 million people worldwide
Reviewed by Francis Lickerish, Family Therapist and Addiction Specialist It is estimated that 100 million adults worldwide have a family member with an addiction. When you factor in close friends, carers,...
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Natasha Daniels
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BABCP Accredited - Behavioural and cognitive psychotherapist BABCP accreditation PGDip in Cognitive behavioural therapy (Royal Holloway) ...
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Manuel Toren
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships B.Sc Psychology (Hons) MA Psychotherapy and Counselling Ad. Dip Integrative Psychotherapy Pg.Dip Evidence-Based Cognitive-Behavioural...
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Michaella Sandor-Eroglu
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Registered Expressive Arts Psychotherapist (ADMP UK) Master of Arts in Dance Movement Psychotherapy, Goldsmiths University of London...
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Greg Quee
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BEd (Hons) Advanced Dip PD Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Member of the BABCP Professional experience Greg...
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Nic Perrins
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Master in Psychotherapy (MA) from Leeds Beckett University Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy (PGDip) from Leeds Beckett...
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Seren Tang
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Music Therapist British Association for Music Therapy (BAMT) Member Master of...
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Occupational Therapist - OCD
About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient, day...
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Peer Support Group
Peer support is generally understood to be a relationship of mutual support where people with similar life experiences offer each other support especially as they move through difficult or challenging...
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Giovana Chanllío Ríos
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist MSc in Affective Disorders Additional overseas training...
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Dr Ekaterina Yurtaeva
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctorate of Counselling Psychology HCPC accredited Professional experience Dr Ekaterina Yurtaeva is a Counselling Psychologist,...
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Debora Correa
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships University of Malaga (UMA) Spain 2007 – 2014 Licensed in Clinical Psychology (CBT based) London Metropolitan University 2017 –...
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Louise Rodrigues
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA Integrative Art Psychotherapy BSc Psychology Hons BACP accreditation HCPC accreditation Professional experience Louise is...
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ADHD Day Therapy Programme
ADHD Day Therapy Programme The Nightingale Hospital ADHD day therapy programme is dedicated to supporting individuals with ADHD or whose functioning is significantly impacted by attention deficits or...
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Dr Bradley Hillier
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BMBCh MA(Oxon) MScPH(LSHTM) MFFLM FRCPsych Professional experience Dr Bradley Hillier is an experienced and respected consultant...
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A short, sharp, shock — Reflections from a former patient, now 3 years sober
There is a lot of hard work in it. I shouldn't downplay that. It makes a difference in the outcome. You have to do a lot of listening, a lot of self-reflection, and self-analysis. It's hard, but there’s...
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Taking drugs is done as a means to an end — Nic celebrates 18 months of sobriety
Nic celebrates 18 months of sobriety after completing Nightingale's 28-day addiction treatment programme and secondary treatment at Start2Stop in London We would like to extend a heartfelt congratulations...
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References
Office for National Statistics, Public opinions and social trends, Great Britain: personal well-being and loneliness Office for National Statistics, Measuring National Well-being: Anxiety NHS,...
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Gerhard Payrhuber
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Master of Science – Integrative Psychotherapy MPhil Diploma in EMDR IGA UKCP registered Professional experience Gerhard...
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General psychiatry treatment
What is the general psychiatry unit? The general psychiatry unit is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care focused on the stabilisation needs of people experiencing acute psychiatric...
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Phoebe Gorry
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Master of Arts – Counselling & Psychotherapy – Roehampton University (2023) Certificate – Mental Health First Aid (2022) ...
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Billi Silverstein
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Diploma in Clinical Supervision, CPPD London – 2019 MBACP Accreditation - 2017 Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling,...
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How to find the right therapist for you: 4 key questions to ask yourself
Finding the right therapist for YOU Finding the right therapist for you is crucial. Many of the outcomes in therapy are based on the relationship you build with your therapist. So here are some things...
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Deborah Beard
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) Professional...
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Amrit Sagoo
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA BA (Hons) MBACP Accreditation Professional experience Amrit Sagoo is a qualified and accredited Senior Psychotherapist and...
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Dr Shaza Elfaki
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MD MRCPsych AC status: Approved by the Secretary of State under Section 12 (2) MHA 1983 (Amended 2007) Professional experience Dr...
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Lead Eating Disorders Therapist/Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient, day...
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Jan Erik Paulden
Jan Paulden Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Diploma in Addiction Therapy Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology Addiction Professionals (Advanced Practitioner) ...
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The DO’s and DON’Ts of supporting someone with anxiety
Reviewed by: Cassandra Govender, Lead therapist for general psychiatry Anxiety is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear and this can be experienced on a spectrum ranging from mild to severe. Everyone...
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Wake and Light Therapy for Depression
Wake and Light Therapy: What is it and how can it help? What is Wake and Light Therapy? Wake and Light Therapy is a pioneering new therapy for depression. With standard anti-depressant medication...
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Family therapy
Addiction is often said to be a family disease. It affects not only the person with the problem, but also overturns the lives of those who love and care for the individual suffering. Those nearest to the...
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Identifying underlying causes
A key part of our comprehensive assessment is the identification of adverse childhood experiences and other significant traumas that may have played a role in causing or maintaining addictive behaviours....
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Therapy modalities
A number of therapy modalities are used in our treatment for alcohol addiction. These different modalities are used to try to fully understand the circumstances, beliefs and which has caused addiction...
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Biopsychosocial model
The biopsychosocial model considers that a person’s body and mind are not separate and in order to fully understand someone and their treatment needs, the biological, psychological and social factors...
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Alcohol addiction treatment
Treatment for alcohol addiction Alcohol addiction treatment at Nightingale Hospital is underpinned by an integrative approach combining motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioural therapy, interpersonal...
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Intrusive thoughts: Freddie's first-hand perspective
Intrusive or unwanted thoughts are a more common experience than most people realise. In fact, research has found that 94% of people experience unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images and/or impulses. However,...
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What therapeutic approaches and modalities do you utilise in the addiction treatment programme?
Our 28-day therapeutic model for recovery is underpinned by an integrative approach that combines various therapy modalities and 12-step facilitation. Our addiction treatment is intentionally designed...
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Are family members involved in the treatment process. If so, how?
Addiction is often described as a family disease, as it affects not only the person with the problem but has an emotional and relational consequences for a family system. Research has shown that the involvement...
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What amenities are available for patients during their programme?
Our hospital is located within a beautiful and historic English site, dating back to 1902. Each patient has their own room with a television and all rooms are equipped with an ensuite toilet and shower...
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Suzanna Brodie
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling BA in Creative and Media Writing Registered member of the BACP Professional experience Suzanna...
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The next step in your nursing career
Are you looking for a meaningful next step in your career? At Nightingale Hospital, you have the opportunity to support inpatients in life-changing mental health treatment. Nightingale Hospital is the...
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OCD day therapy programme
What is the OCD and related disorders day therapy programme? The Nightingale Hospital OCD and related disorders day therapy programme is dedicated to treating patients with obsessive-compulsive disorder...
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Sumitra Patel
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc Psychology PgDip Integrative Psychotherapy MSc Clinical Forensic Psychology Membership - BACP, BPS Professional experience Sumitra...
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Dr Michael Maier
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc (Chem) PhD FRCPsych FAcadMEd FRSA Professional experience Dr Michael Maier is a senior consultant having worked in the...
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Grace Titley
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc Psychology MSc Mental Health Research Post Graduate Certificate in Psychological Therapies Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive...
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Cassandra Govender
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Honours in General Psychology at Wits University Master of Arts in clinical psychology at Wits University Health and Care Professions...
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Darja Lee
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships PgDip in Advanced Clinical Practice Counselling and Psychotherapy The Minster Centre (in process of completing a dissertation, to...
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Dr Natalie Chua
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Master of Arts in Psychology and Education (Concentration in Spirituality and Mind-Body Practice) ...
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Our inaugural alumni event for the addictions unit
On 26 September 2023, we celebrated our inaugural alumni event for the addictions unit. This event was a chance for alumni to connect with each other and our team, to hear reflections from Dr Anshul Swami,...
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Naina Gupta
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Bachelor of Science, Nursing Master of Science, Psychodynamics of Human Development NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) EMDR...
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From referral to recovery journey
From referral to recovery journey: Effectively managing eating disorders Eating disorders are complex psychiatric illnesses which can produce severe medical, physical, psychological and social...
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Professor Ahmed El‑Missiry
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc (Neuropsych) MD FRCsych DPP ISAM FAPA LLB (Law) Professional experience Professor Ahmed El‑Missiry is a consultant...
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The OCD and related disorders unit: One year on
On 3 May 2022, the OCD and related disorders unit at Nightingale Hospital opened its doors. Offering private specialised inpatient treatment for OCD-related disorders, the unit is the only of its kind...
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Bank - Registered mental health nurse (RMN)
About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient,...
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Dr Ana Silver
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (specialisation in Clinical Health Psychology) Dialectical Behavior Therapy Intensive Training...
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Dr Emma Janes
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MB BCh BaO Dip Ment Health Advanced MBT practitioner MRCPsych Professional experience Dr Emma Janes is a medical psychotherapist,...
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Paola Lopez Rodriguez
Paola Lopez Rodriguez Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc in Systemic Family Therapy - King’s College London Family therapy graduate certificate - King's College...
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Dr Pieter Nel
Dr Pieter Nel Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships PhD Child & Family Psychology MA Clinical Psychology Registered with the HCPC and the BPS Member of the Association...
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Marta Puccio
Marta Puccio Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships 250h Vinyasa Yoga Yoga Alliance Professional Accredited Professional experience Marta has been practising yoga since...
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Julie Johnson
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc (Honours) in Psychology PGCert in Social and Psychological Inquiry Master’s in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy Dialectical...
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Healthcare assistant
About Nightingale Hospital Nightingale Hospital is the only private mental health hospital in Central London, with over 30 years of experience in delivering specialised, evidence-based treatments in outpatient,...
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Dr Charlotte Vaughan
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology HCPC BACP BPS Professional experience Upon qualifying as a counselling psychologist...
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Dreams about being a paedophile: Understanding paedophile OCD (P-OCD)
Professor David Veale, a consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, was recently approached by a patient with the below question. He shares his response, in this insightful blog piece below. Question:...
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Monica Badejo
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc, MA, MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Trained Dialectical behavioural therapy BABCP Accredited Therapist Lecturer in...
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Elizabeth Anscombe
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Masters (MA) in Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Masters (MA) in Psychoanalytic Studies and Developmental Psychology ...
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Toby Burton
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships PGDip and MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Accredited member of the BACP Professional statement Toby is a psychotherapist and...
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Sujaree Kuenghakit
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA Psychodynamic Psychotherapy MA Music Therapy Diploma in Intercultural Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Mentalization-Based Treatment...
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Quotes and sayings to inspire addiction recovery and sobriety
Recovery from addiction, whether it be alcohol, drug or any behavioural addiction, can be one of the most challenging journeys of your life. Recovery is a daily battle requiring focus, determination, support...
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World Occupational Therapy Day
World Occupational Therapy Day 2022 Thursday 27th of October marks World Occupational Therapy Day, a day that exists to increase the global impact of occupational therapy. The global awareness day...
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Claire Tramontino
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc Occupational Therapy with Distinction: University of East Anglia, United Kingdom BA in Psychology and Human Kinetics & Ergonomics:...
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Karen Hopkins
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Masters (MA) in Integrative Psychotherapy Advance Diploma in Psychotherapy PGDip in Counselling EMDR Practitioner Attachment-Informed...
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Paul celebrates three years of sobriety
Paul celebrates three years of sobriety after completing Nightingale's 28-day addiction treatment programme in London We would like to extend a massive congratulations to Paul, who celebrated three years...
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Afirah Azmi
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BACP Accredited Psychotherapist Advanced BACP Accredited Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy BSc Addictions Counselling Sensorimotor...
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Yasmin Ferdousi
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Postgraduate Diploma Psychology BSc Honours Member of the British Association for Behavioural &...
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Dr Amit D Mistry on 'bigorexia'
Surviving 'bigorexia' as a teen by Vice News Dr Amit D. Mistry, a consultant psychiatrist specialising in sports psychiatry and eating disorders, features in a recent investigation by Vice News. Watch...
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Andrew Wood
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Post-graduate diploma art psychotherapy M.Sc. Psychology M.St. (Oxon) psychodynamic practice EMDR HCPC UKCP UPCA BAAT ...
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28-day addiction treatment programme
28-day addiction treatment programme The 28-day addiction treatment programme is an intensive inpatient programme for adults experiencing addiction. It is suitable for those who have a dependency on...
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The role of occupational therapy in treating schizophrenia
Today marks National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, a day that exists to shine a light on those living with the condition. Schizophrenia is thought to affect every 1 in 100 people in the UK. Tegan...
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National Schizophrenia Awareness Day
25th July marks National Schizophrenia Awareness Day, a day to shine a light on challenges faced by those living with the condition. What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects...
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Dr Shamila Moodley discusses the efficacy of antidepressants
Dr Shamila Moodley discusses the efficacy of SSRIs An article published in The Times this week has suggested that a recent study casts doubt on the effectiveness of antidepressants. Dr Shamila Moodley...
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Toni Agbaniyaka
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy BA in Psychology MBACP Qualified registered member (BACP) BABCP Member Professional...
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Jazzino Davies
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships DIP(HE) BSc PGCE PG.CERT ACAMH BACP NCS Professional experience Jazzino has had an extensive career working within...
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Dr Itamar Cohen
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Bachelor in Psychology Registered with HCPC Professional experience Dr Itamar Cohen is a qualified...
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Áine Loi
Professional qualifications, accreditations, and memberships BAOT HCPC registered BSc Occupational Therapy MSc Eating Disorders and Clinical Nutrition Professional statement Áine is...
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Drug and alcohol detox
Drug and alcohol detox A drug and alcohol detox (or detoxification) is usually the first step taken in tackling addiction. We offer a medically-supervised detox to safely manage the symptoms of withdrawals...
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Samina Latif
Professional qualifications, accreditations, and memberships Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Diploma in CBT BACP Accredited Professional statement Samina has been a practising counsellor...
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EMDR following birth trauma
A testimonial of the treatment delivered by Claire Parkes, a consultant chartered clinical psychologist at Nightingale Hospital. I would like to express my gratitude to Claire Parkes for helping me reverse...
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Natalie O’Riordan
Professional qualifications, accreditations, and memberships Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Registered and Accredited Member of the BACP Level 2 Clinical Supervision with the BPS ...
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Food challenges on the eating disorders unit
Food challenges on the eating disorders unit at Nightingale Hospital Anita Gaisford, a specialist eating disorders therapist, shares a recent update from the eating disorders unit at Nightingale Hospital. "Restricting...
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Dr Chetna Kang discusses narcissism
Dr Chetna Kang, a consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, was recently featured on The Wellbeing Lab, a podcast produced by Will Young. The Wellbeing Lab is a mental health and well-being-focused...
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Dr Elham Aldouri
Professional qualifications, accreditations, and memberships MBChB DPM DipPsych FRCPsych GMC number 3147898 (on the GMC specialist register since 1996) Fellow of the Royal College of...
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OCD unit testimonials
Patient testimonials from the OCD and related disorders unit The following testimonials are from patients who received treatment for OCD and related disorders at Nightingale Hospital. "When I entered...
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Fatima Bint Saeed
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Diploma in CBT/REBT Advanced Diploma in CBT/REBT Advanced diploma in integrative CBT/REBT Accredited with NCS Professional statement Fatima...
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OCD, superstition and magic
OCD, superstition, and challenging magical thinking Everybody’s heard of superstitions; many of us hold them. Superstitions are beliefs or behaviours that are based on fate, magic, luck, the supernatural,...
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Lei Myo Oo
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Master of Arts, Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy (MA) Post Graduate Diploma, Psychosynthesis Counselling (PGDip) Diploma, Psychotherapeutic...
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Prof David Veale on emetophobia
Professor David Veale, a consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, recently spoke about emetophobia - the extreme fear of vomiting or seeing others throw up - in a new article for Stylist Magazine. Professor...
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Aisha Rachel Paez-Benguigui
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Qualified psychotherapist and psychological counsellor with a MA in Psychology and Psychotherapy MBACP MUKCP MEMDR UK Professional...
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OCD and related disorders unit
What is the OCD and related disorders inpatient unit? The OCD and related disorders unit at Nightingale Hospital is a 6-bedded inpatient service, dedicated to treating patients with OCD. It is a private...
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Nightingale to attend RCNi nurses fair
Nightingale Hospital to join RCNi Nursing Careers & Jobs Fair Nightingale Hospital will be exhibiting at the upcoming Nursing Careers & Jobs Fair for London West, organised by the Royal...
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Christina Macadam
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Masters (MA) in Psychological Therapies with Children, Young People, and Families (Distinction) Masters (MSc) in Psychoanalytic Developmental...
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Dr Beth Anfilogoff
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Professional doctorate (DPsych) in Counselling Psychology Masters (MSc) in Psychology (Distinction) Certificate in Psychology and...
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Professor David Veale speaks to Zoella on OCD
Professor David Veale speaks to Zoella on OCD and how to treat the condition Professor David Veale, a consultant psychiatrist and specialist in cognitive behavioural therapies at Nightingale Hospital,...
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Malcolm Peterson
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Psychotherapist UKCP accreditation EMDR therapist Professional experience Malcolm has a lot of experience in working within specialist...
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Carole Tan
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc Nutrition and Dietetics MSc Psychology Bachelor of Laws British Dietetics Association Health and Care Professions Council ...
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Dr Hamilton McBrien
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MB BCh BAO FRCPsych Full GMC specialist registration with a licence to practice Certificate of Completion of Training in...
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Christmas in recovery
Christmas in recovery: How to survive the minefield Christmas festivities, whilst fun for many, can leave the person in recovery from addiction feeling quite lonely and isolated. Few events cater for...
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Eating disorders at Christmas
Eating disorders at Christmas Christmas is an unusual time of year that promises great happiness, cheer, and other expectations that may not be realistic. As a result, it can be quite stressful for many. For...
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Professor David Veale on the rise in public transport anxiety
Professor David Veale discusses the rise in public transport anxiety, for Londonist Professor David Veale, a consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, recently spoke about the rise in public transport...
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Dr Az Hakeem
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Medical Psychotherapist & Group Analyst Medicine MBBS: University College London Fellow of The Royal College of Psychiatrists ...
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Dr Maria Iliopoulou
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BSc in Psychology MSc in Psychological Assessment Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Professional experience Maria Iliopoulou is...
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Nightingale Hospital experts recognise World Mental Health Day 2021
Mental health in an unequal world: World Mental Health Day 2021 Sunday, October 10th marks World Mental Health Day, as recognised by the World Health Organisation. The World Federation for Mental...
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Charlotte Parkin
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc MBACP (Accred) SSA NSPA Professional experience Charlotte Parkin started her career as a psychotherapist in 2014, originally...
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Antonia Ballantyne
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BACP Accreditation BSc Hons Behaviour University of Portsmouth MSc level BACP Accredited PGDip Integrative Therapy University of Greenwich ...
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Hela Mehak
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Member of the BACP MA Counselling IPT essentials DBT essentials Professional experience Hela is an experienced psychotherapist,...
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Anuk Teasdale
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Post Graduate Diploma IAPT Therapy University College London MSc Addiction Psychology London Southbank University CBT-C certified ...
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Gillian Strutton
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Snr (Accred) BACP EMDR Consultant/Supervisor- EMDR Association UK MBABCP member Professional experience Gillian Strutton has many...
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What keeps suicidal people alive?
A Nightingale Hospital event in recognition and support of World Suicide Prevention Day. Event title: What keeps suicidal people alive? A Nightingale Hospital event in recognition and support of World...
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Debra Glenaway
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships CPCAB Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling MBACP (Accred) Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy Professional...
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Dr Chetna Kang on how to support new mums
Dr Chetna Kang on how to support new 'mum friends' for Buzzfeed UK Dr Chetna Kang, consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital has been featured in a new article published by Buzzfeed UK, in partnership...
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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
What is autism spectrum disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), known commonly as autism, is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behaviour. It is a highly variable neurodevelopmental...
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Maria Antypa
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Master of Science (MSc) in Health Psychology Professional Degree in Psychology, Clinical Psychology Currently undertaking a Doctorate...
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Dr Amit D. Mistry
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MBChB MRCPsych BSc Professional experience Dr Amit D. Mistry is an award-winning Consultant Psychiatrist with a diverse range...
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Susan Ventris
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Certificate in Counselling Studies Certificate in Counselling Skills MBACP Professional...
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Stuart Bradbury
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships P.G Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy Professional experience Stuart Bradbury has been professionally involved in the area...
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Professor David Veale in BBC film on BDD
Professor David Veale in BBC film, 'Ugly Me: My Life with Body Dysmorphia' Professor David Veale, world-renowned BDD expert consultant psychiatrist at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and...
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Dr Ronan McIvor on PTSD myths for The Telegraph
Dr Ronan McIvor on the myths surrounding PTSD for The Telegraph Dr Ronan McIvor, a consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, features in a new article for The Telegraph, 'As a woman in my 20s,...
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Dr Andrew Parker on 'moderation' for Refinery29
Dr Andrew Parker talks about the importance of moderation in a new article for Refinery29. Dr Andrew Parker, consultant psychiatrist, and lead consultant for addiction services at Nightingale Hospital...
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Dr Konstantina Tsalavouta
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BPS HCPC Mentalisation based therapy and DBT therapist Professional experience Dr Konstantina Tsalavouta is an experienced counselling...
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Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
What is body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)? Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is an anxiety disorder linked to body image. Sufferers of BDD will spend an obsessional amount of time worrying about one or...
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Professor David Veale
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships FRCPsych FBPsS FBABCP MD MPhil Professor David Veale: Professional experience Professor David Veale is a consultant psychiatrist...
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Nightingale Hospital to join virtual RCNi Nursing Careers & Jobs Fair
Nightingale Hospital to join virtual RCNi Nursing Careers & Jobs Fair Nightingale Hospital will be exhibiting at the upcoming Nursing Careers & Jobs Fair for South and East London, organised by...
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Dr Michael Craig featured in Channel 4's 'Davina McCall: Sex, Myths and The Menopause'
Dr Michael Craig featured in Channel 4's 'Davina McCall: Sex, Myths And The Menopause' Dr Michael Craig, consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital will feature in Channel 4's upcoming documentary...
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Stalking Awareness Week: Expert insight from Dr Ronan McIvor
Stalking Awareness Week: Expert insight from Dr Ronan McIvor National Stalking Awareness Week occurs in the UK in mid-April every year; to highlight the crime of stalking and the devastating effect it...
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Nightingale Hospital psychotherapist featured on Refinery29 UK discussing obsessive thoughts
Nightingale Hospital psychotherapist Majella Cogan featured on Refinery29 UK, discussing obsessive thoughts Nightingale Hospital psychotherapist Majella Cogan has spoken on the interesting topic of...
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Nightingale Hospital experts recognise World Bipolar Day #WBD
What is bipolar disorder? Tuesday 30th March marks the annual World Bipolar Day. Bipolar disorder (BPD) affects 1 in 100 people. Despite these high numbers, a great deal of misunderstanding and stigma...
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Dr Rakhi Oyewole
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: MBBS MRCPsych CCST Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Honorary Lecturer Imperial College Professional experience After obtaining...
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Roman Kemp explores male mental health with BBC One
Roman Kemp: 'Our Silent Emergency' *Trigger warning: Suicide* Radio and media personality Roman Kemp has been widely praised for 'Our Silent Emergency', A BBC One documentary candidly exploring the...
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Sue Mack
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships B.A Psychology MSc Psychodynamic therapy Ad Dip Counselling Professional experience Sue has worked as a therapist at the Nightingale...
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Our experts answer your questions on binge eating disorder
On Thursday 4th March 2021, Nightingale Hospital held a webinar event on binge eating disorders in support of National Eating Disorders Awareness Week. In this webinar, key clinicians from our QED-accredited...
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Lucy's 28-day experience
Lucy's 28-day addiction treatment experience Written by Lucy, a previous 28-day addiction treatment patient at Nightingale Hospital Imagine if we knew the ending to our stories while we were living...
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Dr Chike Ify Okocha
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MB, BS; PhD; FRCPsych Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine International Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association In the...
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Mental Health Nurses' Day 2021: Meet the Nightingale Nurses
February the 21st marks World Mental Health Nurses' Day (#MHNursesDay); a day that calls to celebrate, describe and promote the mental health nursing profession in the UK. About Nightingale Hospital's...
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Family involvement in addiction treatment
Addiction: A family disease Addiction is often referred to as a ‘family disease’. Those nearest to the sufferer often blame themselves, going through a range of emotions from despair, depression and...
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Dr Claudia Bernat
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists Member of Ireland- UK EMDR association GMC: Specialist registered Professional experience Dr...
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Alaa Abuali
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA in Counselling (Clinical Mental Health) (Montclair State University, NJ, USA) BA in Psychology (American University, Washington...
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Dr Najem Al-Falahe discusses how COVID-19 is contributing to a fear of 'time' slipping away
Dr Najem Al-Falahe discusses how COVID-19 is contributing to a fear of 'time' slipping away Nightingale Hospital consultant psychiatrist Dr Najem Al-Falahe features in the recent article, 'While we stand...
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Dr Chetna Kang features on PwC's latest podcast discussing the risks of mobile 'overload'
Dr Chetna Kang features on PwC's latest podcast discussing the risks of mobile 'overload' Nightingale Hospital consultant psychiatrist, Dr Chetna Kang features on PwC's latest podcast episode, 'M: For...
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My experience with rTMS
Clearing the fog: My experience with rTMS Anonymously written by a Nightingale Hospital patient, after the completion of their rTMS treatment. Depression for me felt like somewhat of a 'fog' over everything...
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Dr Nathan Anthony discusses ADHD and COVID-19
Dr Nathan Anthony discusses ADHD and COVID-19 In this short interview, Dr Nathan Anthony, consultant psychiatrist at Nightingale Hospital, discusses the interesting link between the COVID-19 pandemic...
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Ex-Nightingale Hospital patients celebrate 1 year of sobriety
Ex-Nightingale Hospital patients celebrate one year of sobriety Nightingale Hospital's addictions treatment team were delighted to welcome back two past patients yesterday. This time for a truly remarkable...
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Nightingale Hospital featured in Tatler Magazine
Nightingale Hospital featured in Tatler Magazine Nightingale Hospital's Therapy Services Manager, psychotherapist Maria Garcia features in this month's issue of Tatler Magazine, in the article 'Simply...
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Freddie Flintoff discusses bulimia battle
Freddie Flintoff discusses bulimia battle Ex-England cricketer and media personality Freddie Flintoff has been praised for bravely sharing details of his personal battle with bulimia. In the BBC One...
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Keeping you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
Keeping you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic Last updated: 2022 At Nightingale Hospital, our primary aim is to ensure that our patients and staff remain safe, healthy, and protected. The COVID-19...
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What should you do if you're worried someone might be suicidal?
What should you do if you're worried someone might be suicidal? Are you worried about a loved one, colleague, or someone you know might be suicidal? Being frightened, torn and lost on how to handle the...
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Aaron Shalan-Webb
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Member BABCP Professional experience Aaron Shalan-Webb has worked in mental health for over eight...
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Reflections on the experiences of families bereaved by suicide
Reflections on the experiences of families bereaved by suicide Written by Dr Chi-Chi Obuaya Consultant Psychiatrist Without doubt, the toughest element of working as a psychiatrist is, in my opinion,...
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Heather Finlay
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BA in Psychology MSc in Addiction Psychology and Counselling Level 1 in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Registered Member British Association...
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Nalini Persaud
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist QCF Level 5 – Certificate in Management and Leadership MA in Transpersonal Counselling and Psychotherapy ...
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Meriem Gawi
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy – Registered Member Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling,...
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Can I bring valuables into the hospital during my inpatient stay?
We prefer that you don’t bring highly valuable items or significant amounts of cash into the hospital. However, there is a safe located in the Patient Services Team office where you are able to store...
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Samantha Tipples
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Samantha trained with the University of Bath and Action on Addiction and has an Addictions Counselling FdSc accredited by FDAP. She holds...
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Barry Smale
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc (dist) MBACP (accred) UKRC MCIM Professional statement Since starting work as a therapist in 2000, as well as with Nightingale...
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Sex and love addiction
What are sex and love addictions? Sex and love addiction is a widely misunderstood intimacy disorder. Although they both share characteristics and are often grouped, they are distinctly separate disorders. ...
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Zephyr Devon
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: PG diploma trauma therapy PG diploma integrative therapy BA (Hons) development studies Accredited member BACP Certificate CBT...
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Mental health workshops and events
Mental health workshops and events with Nightingale Hospital 1 in 6 adults suffers from a common mental disorder in any one week.* (Mind) For this reason, it's vital that businesses invest in mental...
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Rebeca Robertson
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Psychopathologies, Confer London, 2020 DIT Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy, Anna Freud Centre, London, 2019 EMDR – Level 1 – ACPNL,...
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Angela's story
Before being admitted to Nightingale Hospital in April 2020, Angela, a 56-year old mother of two, and beloved grandmother had been sober for six months after inpatient treatment at another facility for...
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Refer to us
Making a referral At Nightingale Hospital, we can assure you that every enquiry is dealt with in the strictest confidence by our expert team. Our online referrals form is simple to use, safe and private. Our...
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Businesses
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Individuals and loved ones
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Elizabeth Bergman
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: BA Psychology (Touro College) MA, Ed.M in Psychological Counseling (Teachers College, Columbia University)! BACP accredited Professional...
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Patrick Maxwell
Professional qualifications, accreditation and memberships Registered Mental Nurse Course Diploma in Addiction Studies Diploma in Counselling BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy ...
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Dance with depression
Written 7 years ago by Louisa Rose. Once upon a time I had depression, and then it came back......
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Addiction and the holidays: Tips for loved ones
Dr Anshul Swami is an experienced consultant psychiatrist, specialising in the area of addiction. Incredibly attuned to the challenges faced by the loved ones of an addict (both in active addiction or...
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Eating disorders and the holidays
Eating disorders and Christmas: Challenges and tips for sufferers and loved ones There's no doubt about it - food is a huge focus at Christmas time. This can lead to a variety of challenges for those...
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Recovery has a direction, not a destination
I wanted to share a kinda story I made about recovery, here’s the story I wrote to hopefully inspire people....
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Dr Bhaskar Punukollu
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MBBS Dip Mgt MRCPsych Professional experience Dr Punukollu did his basic medical training in Liverpool and the Wirral before going...
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Alex Haynes
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) Professional experience Alex has worked with adults, of...
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Richard Turrell
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: BSc (Hons) 1st Class, Addictions Counselling Accredited Member of the Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals (FDAP) Accredited...
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Jessica Wilkins
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: M.Ed. Counselling Psychology HCPC - Registered Practitioner Counselling Psychologist British Psychological Society, Chartered Psychologist Professional...
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A conspiracy of kindness
I'm an addict. The words "psychiatric hospital", "rehabilitation centre" or even the label "addict" can be, let's be honest about this, terrifying. The prospect of being 'put inside' an institution for...
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Life is precious and I came so close to ending mine
“Life is precious and I came so close to ending mine.”...
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Coming to the Nightingale
So I haven’t been blogging for a while but the main reason is I made the decision to go into an inpatient facility. At first I struggled as the NHS would not allow me to go into one even though it was...
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Dr Ian Nnatu
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MBBS PG Diploma in CBT MSc in Healthcare Leadership FRCPsych Professional experience Dr Nnatu was qualified in 1994 and this...
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Work-related stress
What is work-related stress disorder? Work-related stress occurs due to the demands of your work exceeding your ability to cope. According to BUPA, almost 12 million working days are lost each year because...
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Gary Marshall
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships BACP Accreditation FDAP Accreditation BACP Accredited Postgraduate Diploma 3rd-year Msc Transactional Analysis, Metanoia Institute...
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Dr Daniel McQueen
Dr Daniel McQueen is a leading consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, consultant adult psychiatrist and medical psychotherapist in London....
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How to help someone relapsing after rehab
How to help someone relapsing with addiction Like addiction itself, relapse is a highly complicated process that is experienced by almost half of all recovering addicts. Relapse is often characterised...
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Muge Ahmet
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships PgDip in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy University of Hertfordshire Grade: Distinction (BABCP accredited) EMDR training - attended...
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Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
What is acceptance and commitment therapy? Acceptance and commitment therapy, also known simply as ACT, is a form of psychotherapy used to treat mental health issues. It is a type of behavioural therapy...
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Nicolena Theodorou
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MSc Integrative Psychotherapy & Counselling PgDip Integrative Psychotherapy & Counselling PgCert Integrative Psychotherapy...
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Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)
What is dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)? Dialectical behaviour therapy, also known as DBT, is a talking therapy. It is a modified version of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), adapted to help those...
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Dr Chetna Kang
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MB BS MRCPsych Executive Committee RCPsych Spirituality and Psychiatry SiG Professional experience Dr Chetna Kang qualified as...
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Schema therapy
What is schema therapy? Schema therapy (ST) is an integrative and innovative form of therapy, that combines cognitive behavioural therapy, psychoanalysis, attachment theory and others. Schemas (or...
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John Rhodes
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MA MSc DipClinPsych BPS HCPC Schema Therapy (Advanced Level, ISST) Professional experience John Rhodes is a clinical...
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Dr Ronan McIvor
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MB BCh BAO, University College Dublin Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists...
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I have put all of my energy into getting better rather than giving up
When asked to share details of his experience at Nightingale Hospital, Anthony Marvell replied, "Yes, absolutely. "Dr William Shanahan was amazing with me and really turned my life around. I will forever...
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Bittersweet day
Bittersweet day Today is a bittersweet day. It will be my last evening group behind these blue doors. A place where I have cried and laughed hard the hardest you can imagine. A place where...
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Dr Pierre Taub
Dr Taub is a consultant psychiatrist with over 30 years’ experience in psychiatry and medicine in the NHS. He was a GP prior to training in psychiatry....
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Dr Christopher McEvedy
I have broad experience over the full range of psychiatric disorders, in their assessment and in management, working in cooperation and alongside colleagues in therapy disciplines....
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Dr Behzad B Basit
I have experience in diagnosis, treatment and management of functional mental illnesses such as mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, bipolar affective disorder and psychosis; in particular the interaction...
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OCD: New Insights from a research perspective
“OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) is like playing chess against your own brain”. This is how one of my patients described to me recently his ongoing struggle with OCD. The metaphor implies that...
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Chris Beale
Chris’ training as a psychologist has encompassed a number of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation...
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Dr Miriam Dookhun
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology ...
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Majella Cogan
My experience and training enables me to work with people experiencing a wide range of issues such as anxiety, OCD, panic disorder, depression, phobia and trauma. My therapeutic approach is collaborative,...
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I don't have mental illness, but I have Bipolar Disorder
It was World Mental Health Day this week — and it drove me mad. I don’t have ‘mental illness’. I have bipolar disorder, and I feel as possessive about my diagnosis as Gollum did his precious ring....
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Anorexia is a mental health issue
BBC Newsnight interview about anorexia Our Eating Disorders Lead Therapist, Dr Joanna Silver, was invited to the show BBC Newsnight to talk about Eating Disorders and their effects, along with two women...
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Can I purchase additional therapy?
If patients feel they would benefit from additional support, they can, at a supplementary cost, purchase additional therapies such as: Individual counselling Specialist counselling Couples counselling ...
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How can I help a loved one with addiction?
Encourage them to seek professional support. The earlier a person gets help for their issues, the better Do not ignore the problem Do not blame them, or yourself Educate yourself about addiction,...
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When can I visit a loved one?
Inpatient visiting information Prior to visiting, all visitors should call the ward they are planning to visit. Please confirm the name of the person you wish to visit and the time. Please...
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What should I bring with me for an inpatient admission?
We recommend that you bring the following items with you to make your stay as comfortable as possible: Comfortable clothing for day wear Footwear that is comfortable and appropriate Appropriate...
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Overview of our services
Overview of our services at Nightingale Hospital Mental health disorders take many different forms, affecting the way you behave, feel and think. Undertaking mental health treatment and therapy can be...
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How long will the treatment last for?
The length of treatment for everyone depends on your individual circumstances such as personal situation, nature and severity of your problem. Treatment plans could range from six to eight hourly outpatient...
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What are my treatment options?
We understand that the experience of attending mental health treatment may leave you feeling upset, anxious, or even fearful, but you can be assured we will support you throughout. We provide a number...
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Eating disorders
What is an eating disorder? An eating disorder is a mental health condition where food is used to cope with negative emotions or situations. It is characterised by persistent abnormal eating behaviours...
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Addiction
What is an addiction? Addiction is a complex condition, characterised by an uncontrollable urge to use a particular substance (drugs or alcohol), or engage in a behaviour (gambling, technology, sex...
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Mental health conditions
What are mental health conditions? Mental health conditions, disorders or illnesses take many different forms, affecting the way you behave, feel, and think. They can feel as bad or worse than any physical...
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Dr Susannah Rose
I have experience in running therapy groups as well as working with individual clients for the treatment of Addictions, Behavioural problems and Eating Disorders....
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Emmanuel Stiels
I have a special interest in trauma focused work and have extensive experience in working with depression, anxiety, panic, phobias and OCD. I have also built strong working knowledge of working with eating...
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The Binge Eater
According to eating disorder charity Beat, more than 725,000 people in the UK are affected by an eating disorder....
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Dr Amar Bains
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Doctorate in Clinical Psychology BPS Chartered membership HPC - Practitioner Psychologist MSc Psychological Research Methods ...
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Dr Mahen Jhugroo
My clinical work has included individual and group interventions; work with couples and families....
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Nicole Burleigh
I am a qualified individual and group psychotherapist, working with clients’ struggling with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, co-dependence and dual diagnosis....
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Dr Chi-Chi Obuaya
My particular expertise are in the diagnosis and treatment of mood disorders, anxiety disorders, particularly PTSD, psychosis, eating disorders and perinatal psychiatry....
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Anorexia from 13: Debbie's story
I was transferred to Nightingale Hospital and how different it was. The nurses had time for me as a person and not just an illness....
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Pick up the telephone
There’s a distinction between sharing data, where one person talks at the other, and conversation says Dr Richard Graham, Technology Addiction Consultant Psychiatrist, Nightingale Hospital London ...
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Dr Anshul Swami
I take a holistic approach beyond purely biological psychiatry and the use of medications, to exploring and addressing psychological, personality and social factors that maintain distress....
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Stoptober
One of the biggest hallmarks of any kind of excessive drinking is denial. Some people just retreat into themselves and don’t communicate......
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Camille de Stempel
I provide a safe and confidential environment where you can express freely difficult, sometimes painful emotions or thoughts without being judged....
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Dr Nagore Benito
I have a biological and cognitive-behavioural approach to mental health and I believe in promoting a healthy style of living, providing psychoeducation as a way to help......
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The HR Director - Suicide isn’t painless
Research suggests that those who knew a colleague to die by suicide are three times more likely to attempt suicide themselves......
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Dr Pari Farzim
I have worked within NHS for 25 years, most recently as a Consultant Systemic Psychotherapist within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service at Richmond Royal Hospital......
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Dr Prunella Gee
As an Integrative therapist I draw on different disciplines which I use according to need and the different stages of a client’s development......
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Leyla Metin
As a practicing psychotherapist since 2001, I have had the opportunity to work with diverse client base in a variety of therapeutic settings......
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Gwen Williams
I meet each client with openness, flexibility and respect. I listen and engage with the client anew at each session......
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Dr Jonathan Ornstein
I trained as a doctor at Manchester University, and after medical and surgical posts, moved to London in 2000 to work as a Psychiatrist. ...
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Rights for the Digital Teenager
As Safer Internet Day 2015 comes to pass, I cannot help but register again how risk and safety dominate our thinking, especially when it comes to teenagers....
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Daily Mail - Next year's big trend? ANTI-TECH
Dr Graham from the hospital advises taking this test as an important first step in ascertaining whether technology use is abnormal or problematic....
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The Telegraph - Why are the Most Famous Celebrities So Insecure?
Celebrities must present a persona to the public - hiding bad moods or personal difficulties - and can struggle with feelings of inauthenticity as a result....
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The expense of neglecting adolescent mental health
The adolescent experience, when it gets an airing in the media, is often portrayed as an angst filled, difficult time. ...
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Huffington Post Blog - The Digital Rites of Passage
One of the most interesting observations of life in the digital world was made recently by young people participating in an excellent youth-led inquiry into cyberbullying....
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Huffington Post Blog - The Risks of an Online Eraser
In the age of internet everywhere, and mobile devices capable of fast and easy media creation, we are outsourcing much of our memory to social media or the cloud...
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Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)
What is repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS)? Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), which can also be referred to as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), is a non-invasive...
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Elmer Terry
At the Nightingale Hospital, I currently provide Addiction: assignment, education, therapy and aftercare groups....
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Dr Deba Choudhury-Peters
I have over 12 years of experience working in the NHS. Alongside my post at Nightingale Hospital, I maintain a senior role in a Central London based NHS community......
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Telegraph Online - High pressure texting: the tyranny of iPhone ellipsis
Dr Richard Graham, a psychologist specialising in technology addiction at Nightingale hospital, says that being able to follow when our texts are read is......
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Dr Emily DuPre
I trained in the United States, earning my bachelor’s degree in psychology at Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts before spending two years......
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David Polak
I am a BACP accredited psychotherapist who has worked in many different settings over the past twelve years, including private and public sector....
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Dina Chioni
I have experience in running therapy groups as well as working with individual clients for the treatment of Addictions, Behavioural problems and Eating Disorders. ...
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Andy Bird
I have been working as a therapist since 1996 in a range of different treatment settings and different client groups. I began my career working.......
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Femida Hirji
My primary role is to conduct Occupational Therapy assessments and subsequently engage in treatment planning and intervention. I have helped many people......
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Victoria Sullivan
I offer psychological therapies for all mental health issues, as well as life concerns, including loss, adjustments and transitions, self-esteem, stress, and relationship problems....
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Friday Magazine - The Dangers of Digital Addiction
In London, Capio Nightingale Hospital has responded to a surge in adolescents addicted to gaming by launching the UK’s first technology addiction programme....
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Safe and homely environment
The Nightingale Hospital's greatest and most transparent accolade is the safe & homely environment created by all the hospital staff....
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The Sun - Can Eating Slower Make You Thinner?
How quickly - and where - do you eat your meals? A recent study has revealed we eat meals twice as fast as we did a decade ago......
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Jessica Demol
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships CPsychol HCPC Registration & Accreditation BPS Accreditation & Chartered Status Professional experience Jessica Demol...
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Francis Lickerish
I have been an addiction counsellor for over 20 years. I focus on the impact addiction has on the whole family system....
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Anthony Rhone
My comprehensive experience and array of expertise and skills enables me to practice using integrated therapeutic models that combines: Cognitively, Behavioural, Humanistic and Psychodynamic modalities....
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Frank Aust
In 2007 I joined Nightingale Hospital as a Psychotherapist. I qualified in 1998 as a Systemic & Family Psychotherapist at the Institute of Psychiatry......
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Psychosexual difficulties
What are psychosexual difficulties? Psychosexual difficulties or disorders are a group of problems involving sex. For some people, the causes may be rooted in physical conditions, psychological reasons,...
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Dr Elizabeth Meg Camm
My style of working with clients is Integrative. I mainly use Cognitive Behavioural, psychodynamic and Person Centred approaches to this integrative style....
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Ariela Sommer
I have worked at Nightingale Hospital since 1994 running Cognitive Behavioural Groups as well as seeing individual patients for Cognitive......
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I've had an amazing and positive experience
During my second and third weeks I continued to improve until I felt better than I had in at least two years....
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Dr Dmitri Popelyuk
I studied medicine at Odessa Medical University and trained in psychiatry at the Maudsley and Royal Free Hospitals, specialising in general adult psychiatry......
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ITV.com - Are toddlers addicted to tablet computers and smartphones?
Toddlers are becoming so addicted to iPads and smartphones that they require therapy, experts have warned......
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Dr Helen Murphy
I qualified in Medicine from Oxford in 1992, and completed my psychiatric training on the SW London and St George’s training rotation. I am on the Specialist Register......
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Lorraine Gardner
I have worked at Nightingale Hospital since 1990, undertaking individual counselling as well as facilitating groups with inpatients......
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Dr Anne Cremona
I have been a consultant psychiatrist since 1985, having trained at the Maudsley Hospital, Charing Cross Hospital, and St Thomas’s Hospital. ...
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Dr Sherine Mikhail
I trained as a psychiatrist in London in Royal College of Psychiatrists’ accredited training schemes in General Adult and Forensic Psychiatry, attaining GMC specialist......
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Dr Elza Eapen
I am a Consultant Psychiatrist and am on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council. I have over 25 years experience in General Adult Psychiatry......
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Sally Anderson
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships: Master of Science, Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy Master of Arts in Drama and Movement Therapy Accredited Psychotherapist,...
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Michael Mosol
Since 2000 I have worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including governmental, voluntary and Nightingale since 2008. I have worked extensively......
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Marietta Young
I have extensive experience in inpatient as well as day and outpatient treatment, both as an individual specialist (1:1 sessions) and group facilitator......
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Julie Ryan
I have been practicing as a massage therapist since 1996, working within Nightingale Hospital since 1998. Diversely trained, my massage qualifications......
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Diana Randall
I am trained in counselling, art psychotherapy and drama therapy. My specialist areas include mindfulness, meditation and the use of art for self-awareness......
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Dr David Oyewole
I am a consultant psychiatrist working in both the NHS and private sector. My speciality is in the area of adult psychiatry......
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Dr Claire Parkes
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with expertise in Depression, Anxiety Management and Trauma. I am the Director of ACPS based at The London Medical Centre......
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Dr Mo Zoha
I have worked as a NHS General Adult Consultant Psychiatrist in the Borough of Kensington and Chelsea since 2002. I am also an Honorary Senior Lecturer......
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Dr George Resek
I have been a consultant psychiatrist in private practice in central London for 31 years. I treat a whole range of adult psychiatric disorders......
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Dr Robin Powell
Since training at The Royal Free and Maudsley Hospitals, I have worked as an NHS consultant since 1994 covering an inner London catchment......
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Dr Christopher Muller-Pollard
I graduated in medicine from Guy’s and St. Thomas’ Medical School and completed my post-graduate training in General Adult and Addiction Psychiatry......
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Dr Kamal Gupta
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships MBBS, MRCPsych (Member of Royal College of Psychiatrists) MD Psychological Medicine Section 12 approved Expert Witness Institute ...
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Dr Hannelie Fourie
I am a Consultant Psychiatrist with dual registration in General Adult Psychiatry and Old Age Psychiatry and did my Postgraduate Training at St George’s Hospital......
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Dr Frankie Connell
Having trained in Medicine and Psychiatry in London, I became a Consultant in 2001. As such I have had extensive experience in managing a wide range......
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Dr Jonathan Beckett
I am a consultant psychiatrist specialising in General Adult Psychiatry and Addictions and have worked in these fields since 1997....
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Professor Henrietta Bowden-Jones
I am a consultant psychiatrist with many years of experience in treating all mental illnesses. I am currently working both in......
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A journey back to self-belief
I learnt some key tools which enabled me to pick myself back up again....
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Family and carers support at Nightingale Hospital
Free family and carers group It is widely acknowledged that caring for a family member with mental illness can be profoundly stressful and distressing. In recognition of this, Nightingale Hospital offers...
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Suicidal thoughts
What are suicidal thoughts? Suicidal thoughts and feelings relate to thinking about carrying out suicide or making plans to carry out the act. People thinking about suicide may feel that they are a burden,...
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Self-harm
Self-harm: What is it, types, signs, prevalence, causes, and treatment What is self-harm? Self-harm occurs when someone intentionally hurts themselves or injures their body without an intent to die....
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
What is post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur following a traumatic experience. It can be bought on when a person has...
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Postnatal depression
What is postnatal depression? Postnatal depression is a perinatal mental health condition. Perinatal mental health issues occur during pregnancy or in the first year following the birth of a child. It...
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Dual diagnosis
What is a dual diagnosis? Dual diagnosis is the term to describe those suffering from a mental health condition (such as schizophrenia, personality disorders and bipolar disorders); as well as having...
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Behavioural addictions
Behavioural addictions Addictions are not just about drugs and alcohol. Activities such as smoking, gambling, technology, exercise, shopping, work and compulsive eating can also be addictive over time. An...
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Addiction treatment
Addiction treatment at Nightingale Hosptial Our approach to addiction treatment combines individualised addiction treatment programmes, with therapies that are based on current clinical evidence. Patients...
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Art therapy
Art therapy Art therapy is an evidence-based tool that utilises the creative process to explore self-expression and communication. The goal of art therapy is to create personal pictorial expression...
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Cognitive analytic therapy (CAT)
What is Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Cognitive analytic therapy, also known as CAT, is a collaborative and integrative therapy for identifying how a person thinks, acts and feels, and the past events...
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Clinical psychology
What is clinical psychology? Clinical psychology aims to reduce psychological distress and promote well-being in individuals. A clinical psychologist assesses an individual, using various methods,...
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Drama therapy
What is drama therapy? Drama therapy uses action to facilitate creativity, imagination, learning, insight and growth. Like other creative arts therapies, including art and music therapy, which uses...
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Eating disorder treatment
Eating disorder treatment at Nightingale Hospital Eating disorder treatment involves monitoring a person's physical health while helping them deal with the underlying psychological causes of their eating...
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Medication
Medication Psychotropic medications are used to treat the symptoms of mental disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders and ADHD. They cannot cure the disorder, but...
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Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy Occupational therapy (OT) is a type of practical support used to help individuals that struggle with day-to-day tasks, for a variety of reasons. The phrase 'occupation' refers to...
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Psychotherapy
What is psychotherapy? Psychotherapy is a type of therapy used to treat a variety of emotional issues or mental health conditions, by talking to a trained professional. This may be a psychiatrist, psychologist,...
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Sleep therapy
Sleep therapy Sleep is vital to maintain optimal psychological and physical health. Sleep therapy helps with identifying problems that may be unaddressed that are contributing to lack of sleep, as...
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Specialist therapies
Specialist therapies At Nightingale Hospital London, therapists are able to use a number of therapeutic approaches in order to support patients in an individual way depending on their needs. Below are...
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Well-being therapies
Well-being therapy services We believe that a holistic approach to mental health through combining physical, emotional and spiritual well-being is vital to long-term mental health. As a result, we have...
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Gambling addiction
What is a gambling addiction? Gambling addiction (also known as pathological or compulsive gambling, or problem gambling) is a serious impulse-control disorder; which can have devastating life effects....
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Stress
Stress Stress is something we all encounter. A little stress is good for the body and alerts the mind. Stress is an individual’s response to external problems such as impossibly high expectations...
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Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a mental illness that affects about 1 in every 100 people, that can affects thoughts, feelings, perceptions, language and behaviours. It is mainly characterised by frequent...
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Psychosis
What is Psychosis? Psychosis describes experiencing a reality that is different to other people. Common examples of psychosis include hearing voices, seeing people that aren't there or believing that...
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Phobias
Phobias Phobias are a debilitating and overwhelming fear of an object, situation, place feeling or animal. It is common for some to become anxious about specific situations or objects such as spiders,...
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Panic attacks
Panic attacks Panic and anxiety are normal human emotions that may arise when in a threatening or difficult situation. However, panic attacks are an exaggeration of the 'normal' response to fear or stress. Panic...
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Mood disorders
Mood disorders Mood disorders refer to a broad range of conditions in which disturbance of mood is the central feature. Types of mood disorders include depression, bipolar disorders, seasonal affective...
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Site terms
General Terms By using this website, you signify that you have read and accept the terms and conditions of use set out in this notice. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, please do not...
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Inpatient treatment
What is inpatient treatment? There are times when inpatient treatment, also known as residential treatment, is a necessity for patients suffering from mental health disorders. It provides intensive 24-hour...
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Outpatient therapy
What is outpatient treatment? Outpatient treatment involves one-to-one appointments with a mental health professional, who may either be a consultant psychiatrist, clinical psychologist or therapist. Conditions...
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Downward slope
I was already on the downward slope with panic attacks, depression and anxiety....
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Dr James Arkell
I studied medicine at Cambridge University and University College London. I trained in psychiatry at The Maudsley and Royal Free Hospitals and have worked in Sydney......
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Healthcare Seminars
CPD Seminar Programme Throughout the year, Nightingale Hospital London runs an Educational Seminar Programme for GPs and Occupational Health professionals. Our consultant psychiatrists and therapists...
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Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED)
What are Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED) Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED) was previously known as eating disorder not otherwise specified (EDNOS) in past editions...
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Find a therapist
Therapists at Nightingale Hospital Therapy is very beneficial as it provides a non-judgmental, confidential and safe space for people to experience being listened to, accepted and understood. Feelings,...
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Accessing treatment
Accessing treatment at Nightingale Hospital You can access treatment at Nightingale Hospital in one of two ways. Self-refer yourself by contacting us or submitting an online enquiry form Get your...
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Explore the hospital
Explore the hospital Our hospital is located within a beautiful and historic English site, dating back to 1902. We believe our discreet central London location is an ideal setting for you to feel...
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Mental health treatment
Mental health treatment at Nightingale Hospital Undertaking mental health treatment and therapy can be overwhelming, emotional, and anxiety-provoking. However, we'd like to reassure you that our expert...
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About us
Nightingale Hospital is the only private adult mental health hospital in Central London With over 30 years of experience in treating patients. The hospital is home to a dedicated multidisciplinary team...
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Professor Michael Craig
Professional qualifications, accreditations and memberships Bachelor of Psychology (BSc Hons), University of Bristol Doctor of Neuroscience (PhD), Kings College London Bachelor of Medicine &...
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Dr Andrew Parker
I aim to help individuals turn a crisis into transformative breakthrough. Mental health problems often arise at the threshold of transitional points in our development......
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A Practical Guide to Living with a Loved One’s PTSD
Shock Waves is a gift for those struggling to deal with the strain of supporting a loved one...
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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
What is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy? Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is a form of talking therapy that aims to change the way someone thinks and behaves. It is a clinically proven...
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Binge eating disorder (BED)
Binge eating disorder (BED) Binge eating disorder is a serious mental health illness. It occurs when people eat extremely large quantities of food, with a feeling of being out of control over their actions....
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Bulimia nervosa
What is Bulimia nervosa? Bulimia nervosa (commonly known as 'bulimia') is a type of eating disorder that is a serious mental health condition. It is characterised by a destructive cycle of bingeing followed...
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Anorexia nervosa
Anorexia is an eating disorder and serious mental health condition....
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Bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder: What is it, types, symptoms, prevalence, causes, diagnosis and treatment What is bipolar disorder? Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that affects mood, characterised by...
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Bereavement
What is bereavement Bereavement is the distressing experience of loss. Losing a loved one is an intensely emotional experience - whether it be a family member, partner, child or family pet. It is characterised...
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Anxiety
Anxiety: What is it, symptoms, prevalence, causes, diagnosis, treatments What is anxiety? Anxiety and feelings of fear and worry are normal human reactions when we are faced with a threatening or difficult...
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD: What is it, types, symptoms, prevalence, causes, diagnosis and treatment What is ADHD? ADHD is a brain-based disorder characterised by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity...
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Technology addiction
What is technology addiction? Technology addiction is a type of behavioural addiction, characterised by an over-reliance on or excessive use of technological devices. Unhealthy relationships...
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Drug addiction
Drug use originally as harmless fun or legitimately for health reason can end with serious consequences physically and psychologically. ...
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Alcohol addiction
Alcohol addiction: What it is, signs, effects and treatment What is alcohol addiction? For some, alcohol is an enjoyable part of many social occasions and celebrations. However, alcohol is an addictive...
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Depression
Depression: What is it, symptoms, prevalence, causes, diagnosis and treatment What is depression? Feeling ‘down’ or unhappy are very common emotions that everyone will feel from time to time. Depression,...
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Advice for family and friends of those suffering from alcohol addiction
Choose a sober time to raise your concerns...