Dr Emma Rigby

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I am a Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

My qualifications are:

• BSc (Hons) Psychology, University of Cardiff
• Msc (Hons) Applied Forensic Psychology, University of York
• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych), University of Surrey

I have experience working in the NHS and private psychological services with adults, young people, and families with a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety disorders, depression, low self-esteem and self-confidence, emotional regulation difficulties, stress, relationship difficulties and trauma.

I believe in working with individuals in a non-judgmental and collaborative way, in order to create a shared understanding of the difficulties, and support you to achieve your goals and make meaningful changes. I work in an integrative manner, incorporating skills from a number of different therapy models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).

My training includes a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych), Advanced Clinical Skills In Compassion Focused Therapy and, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

Main therapy models

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
• Trauma Work
• Narrative and Systemic Approaches

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