As an independent consultant, I offer research, evaluation, development and consultancy in psychological health. Research Consultancy includes giving presentations and workshops, reviewing protocols, and supporting project delivery. In addition, I help busy colleagues with the analysis, interpretation and writing up of their findings.
Evaluation includes the design and implementation of service evaluation protocols.
Service Development Consultancy builds on policy directions and the evidence base to improve psychological services. Most of my work to date has aimed to improve the quality of life of people suffering from depression, job stress and difficulties in relationships. The clinical and research methods I have used are also applicable to those with physical health problems, which are often made worse by psychological difficulties. I also have a strong interest in the well-being and effectiveness of healthcare workers, my work in this area embracing both individual and organisational factors. Although I believe cognitive and behavioural therapies are effective, I also believe that psychodynamic and experiential therapies have been insufficiently studied and may thus be underestimated by current scientific knowledge.