I’m Laura Bennett, a Clinical Psychologist with 16 years experience of working in the NHS. Since qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist I have worked for a range of services including Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Learning Disability Services and Psychology Services for Children in Care.
Post qualification, I have trained to use a range of additional therapeutic interventions including
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Video Interactive Guidance (VIG) and Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP).I am able to work with children and young people with a range of mental health difficulties including;
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Behavioural Difficulties
- Attachment Difficulties.
I am also able to offer parenting support using a range of different parenting models.
Alongside my independent work, I work for the NHS supporting children in foster care who present with complex developmental trauma and attachment needs. I have a specialist interest in supporting the development of secure attachments for children and their parents or carers through using dyadic approaches such as VIG or offering PACE and DDP informed consultations.
I understand that coming to speak with someone may seem hard and I hope to offer a calm and comfortable space to support people to work through their concerns and move towards emotional well-being. I aim to work collaboratively with all clients and families to gain a shared understanding of their situation, to consider the most effective intervention, and work towards positive outcomes.
Accredited VIG Practitioner
EMDR Practitioner
DDP Level 1 trained
HCPC registered
Enhanced DBS