About Us
Established since 2018, we are an Independent Mental Health Service supporting children, young people and adults with their mental health and well-being.
Our Practice - Est. 2018
Since our founding by Dr Alisha Azzopardi our practice has grown to become one of the leading providers of assessment, therapy, and consultation services in the South of England. We were established in response to a growing unmet need for timely, high-quality psychological support, and remain committed to improving access to care and long-lasting outcomes.
We uphold the highest clinical standards, adhering to NICE guidelines and offering only evidence-based approaches. All clinicians are highly trained, registered with their respective professional bodies, and hold enhanced DBS certification. Our work is grounded in strong ethical practice, with a firm commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and client wellbeing.
A key part of our ethos is accessibility. We are proud to offer significantly shorter waiting times than many NHS services for both therapy and diagnostic assessments, ensuring that individuals and families can access support when they need it most. You can self-refer or refer a child or vulnerable adult with their consent at any stage.
We also prioritise a personalised, human approach. Unlike automated systems, every client is supported by our dedicated Practice Coordinator who will guide you through each stage of the process. Once matched with a suitable clinician, you will liaise with them directly for your sessions, while our wider team remains available to provide ongoing support. Above all, we are here for you.
We are an approved provider for the following health insurance companies:
Our therapies
What we can help with:
Anxiety
ADHD support
Autism support
Bereavement & loss
Burnout
Couples therapy
Depression
Diagnostic Assessments
Divorce & separation
Eating difficulties & disorders
Family or work related stress
Fostering & adoption support
Life transitions & change
Loss of confidence
OCD
Parenting support
Phobias & fears
Post-natal depression
Relationship counselling
Sleep problems
Social difficulties
Trauma
Clinic Director, Principal Clinical Psychologist & Founder
Dr. Alisha Azzopardi is known for her exceptional skills and compassionate approach. She oversees the clinical direction of the practice and specialises in evidence-based therapies including EMDR and diagnostic assessments.
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Dr Sharon Winward is our highly regarded Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years’ NHS experience. With a robust background in psychological assessment and therapy, she plays a pivotal role in providing expert guidance and support to our clients.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Lauren Ingram applies evidence-based therapies and interventions to help her clients achieve improved mental well-being and resilience. She works with children adolescents and adults.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Charlotte Boutlon is a dedicated professional providing expert clinical psychology services to our team, with a focus on evidence-based interventions and compassionate care. She also offers Adult Autism Assessments and interventions for those diagnosed with Autism.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Clare Evans is a Clinical Psychologist with extensive NHS experience. She specialises in autism and ADHD assessments and delivers evidence-based therapy, including CBT, ACT, CFT and EMDR, for children, adolescents and adults.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Leanne Timings is a Clinical Psychologist with over 17 years’ experience across the NHS and private sector. She supports adults with anxiety, depression, trauma and stress using evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, CFT and EMDR.
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Dr Tina Vaughan is a Principal Clinical Psychologist with 20 years’ experience across the NHS and private sector. She specialises in psychological and neuropsychological support for adults, using evidence-based therapies including ACT, CBT and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Kayleigh McMillan is a Clinical Psychologist with over a decade’s NHS experience. She supports children, young people and families using compassionate, evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT and Compassion-Focused Therapy.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Clarissa Lord is a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years’ NHS experience. She supports adolescents and adults with difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma, using evidence-based therapies such as CBT, ACT and CAT.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Lucy Francis is a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years’ NHS experience. She specialises in supporting children, young people and families, offering therapy and neurodevelopmental assessments including autism and ADHD.
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Joseph Ibbitson is a Clinical Psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents and adults. Their work focuses on anxiety, low mood, identity, neurodiversity and adjustment to health difficulties, using compassionate, holistic approaches.
CBT Therapist / Supervisor, EMDR Practitioner & Adult ADHD Assessor
Viki Fariña is a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist, Supervisor, EMDR practitioner and Adult ADHD assessor with 18 years’ experience. She specialises in neurodiversity and adapts evidence-based therapies to support children, adolescents and adults.
Clinical Nurse Therapist | EMDR Practitioner
Becca Ashby is a Clinical Nurse Therapist and EMDR practitioner with 13 years’ NHS experience across CAMHS and adult services. She supports individuals in understanding mental health difficulties and processing trauma.
Accredited EMDR Practitioner
Tara Walker is a Registered Mental Health Nurse with 26 years’ NHS experience. An accredited EMDR practitioner, she supports adults with trauma, anxiety and related difficulties using evidence-based psychological therapies.
Clinical Nurse Therapist & Mindfulness Teacher
Ruth Simmons is a Clinical Nurse Therapist and Mindfulness Teacher with 12 years’ experience across NHS and social care. She supports children, adults and families using mindfulness, systemic approaches and evidence-based therapies.
Accredited EMDR Practitioner
Emer Young is a Mental Health Nurse with 25 years’ NHS experience. An accredited EMDR therapist, she specialises in trauma, anxiety, depression and related difficulties, supporting adults through evidence-based psychological therapy.
Accredited Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT) / Child ADHD Assessor
An accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a background in Mental Health Nursing and eight years’ NHS experience, supporting children, adolescents and adults with evidence-based therapy in a safe, collaborative, and compassionate environment.
Accredited Integrative Therapist
Maria Farrall is a BACP accredited integrative and relationship therapist with 15 years’ experience. She qualified with Relate in 2009 and supports adults, couples, and young people with relationship difficulties, trauma, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem.
Integrative Trauma Informed Therapist
Karen Ludkin is an Integrative, trauma-informed therapist with over six years’ experience supporting adults, young people and families. She specialises in trauma, attachment and emotional regulation, using relationship-focused, integrative approaches.
Clinical Nurse Therapist
Olivia Pollard is a Clinical Nurse Therapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse with CAMHS experience since 2019. She specialises in neurodevelopmental assessment and provides post-diagnostic support for children, young people, and families following autism diagnoses.
Meet our team
A team of Clinical Psychologists, EMDR practitioners, CBT therapists and specialist assessors dedicated to offering compassionate, evidence-based care.
Contact us
If you would like to make an enquiry, please complete our referral form or send us an email. Our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
Address:
Communications House
23D West Street
Wimborne BH21 1JS, UK
Email: wimbornepsychology@gmail.com
Hours: Monday to Saturday
Please note: We are not an emergency service and all contact is by appointment only.
If your need is urgent, please contact your GP or call 111.
