Hi, I’m Dr Kelly Watkins. I’m a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, EMDR Therapist and an HCPC-registered Forensic Psychologist, with over 15 years of experience supporting people through life’s toughest challenges. I’m also a Clinical Supervisor and Guest Lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire and Nottingham Trent University.
I work closely with individuals to help them better understand themselves, overcome anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, and other difficulties, and build the skills they need to create lasting, positive change. My approach is compassionate, evidence-based, and tailored to what works best for you.
I’m equally passionate about supporting other therapists and mental health professionals. I provide supervision for trainees, newly qualified, and experienced clinicians, helping them develop confidence, clinical skills, and even grow their private practices.
Whether you’re seeking therapy or professional guidance, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
I’m a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, accredited with the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a Forensic Psychologist accredited with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am also a Clinical Supervisor and a Guest Lecturer at The University of Hertfordshire and Nottingham Trent University.
With clients I aim to equip individuals with a greater understanding of themselves and the necessary skills to overcome past difficulties and current challenges. With professionals, I supervise trainees, newly qualified and experienced professionals. I work with professionals to also develop their private practice at all experience levels.
Dr Kelly creates a safe, welcoming, and supportive space where you can feel comfortable exploring difficult events from your past, the challenges you’re facing now, and your hopes and goals for the future.
The purpose of therapy is to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and equip you with practical skills to overcome both past difficulties and present-day challenges.
With a background in Psychology and extensive training in a variety of therapeutic approaches, Kelly tailors each therapy session to your unique needs. Her aim is that, by the end of your work together, you’ll have the tools and confidence to be your own therapist.
For a detailed overview of the therapeutic models Kelly uses, please visit the ‘For Clients’ page.
Some of the main areas Kelly can support you with include, but are not limited to:
“When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.”
For the days when you can’t get to a session, here are some self help tools to aid you in becoming your own therapist. Read online articles or watch a video, there is plenty to get you started.
Learn how to control anxiety and bring calmness
“Working with Dr Kelly has helped me to change how I think about myself, I used to look in the mirror and critique everything I saw but now I can look in the mirror, smile and say the things I love about myself”
Resources available to purchase for continued development on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.
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