Practitioners

Dr Holly Thompson - Clinical Psychologist

I am a sensitive clinical psychologist, qualified for over 15 years who combines an aptitude for multidisciplinary team work and client engagement, with strengths in assessment and evidence-based treatment.  My professional time has been spent in the Australian and British NHS as well as the private and charitable sector.  I work exclusively in my own private practice, and I founded Flourish Clinical Psychology back in Melbourne, Australia in 2010.  Flourish has now been operating in Buckinghamshire for over 10 years.  I view myself as hardworking and enthusiastic, with strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to conduct and publish research. I provide a combination of evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy, premised around a client- centred view that a solution tailored to each individual or family is essential for lasting improvement. All treatment is offered and agreed following a thorough assessment of the presenting difficulties, guided by clients' goals and informed by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE). I am experienced in working with brief and longer-term therapy needs.  

I particularly enjoy working with adults and families with a range of presenting difficulties.  I have a special interest in working with PTSD (in both adults and children), and I have undertaken advanced training in Trauma-Focussed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.  In my day to day practice I treat depression, anxiety, self-harm and OCD, as well as broader difficulties relating to eating, sleep, grief and loss. I am also experienced in working with autism spectrum difficulties and behavioural concerns in children and adolescents. I aspire to provide the highest standards of psychological therapy, and my work and continuing professional development is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).  At the foundation of every professional interaction is my hope you will feel safe, cared for, listened to and helped.  I deeply value being able to work to improve mental health in everyone I meet, and the trust I earn from clients remains the most special part of the work I do.

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Dr Zoé Dixon-Havers - Counselling Psychologist

I am a counselling psychologist with 9 years’ experience in NHS mental health. I have worked in complex adult mental health, adult learning disability and autism within the private sector and NHS and currently specialise in perinatal mental health within the NHS.

I am passionate about helping people to find answers to their problems. I believe that we all have the answers within us and sometimes need some help to find them. I believe in working alongside people, being with them through their difficulties and helping them believe in themselves.

I work in an individual and integrative way; understanding someone’s problems, and aims for treatment, and working with them to develop a plan that fits. I use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Person Centred and Compassion Focused Therapy – my experience shows me that there a lot of people who struggle to show themselves compassion, and that developing this can reduce the distress felt in problematic times. To me one of the most important parts of my work is really listening to each individual with compassion, understanding their experience and needs and working together with them to create solutions and improvements and I aim to provide a warm, safe and non-judgemental space for this.

I have worked with people struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, bereavement, life transition difficulties, low confidence, interpersonal difficulties and family difficulties, pre- and post-natal difficulties. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, a specialist therapy for trauma and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

My work is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

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Nicola Gorringe - Clinical Psychologist

I am a BPS Chartered and HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist with additional training and experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I have over 15 years experience working with children and families in the NHS and private sector. My NHS experience has been in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, working with children suffering from anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem and anger problems. I also have a number of years' experience working in the field of chronic pain and chronic fatigue with adults and children, as well as having the role of lead clinician in a service for children with learning disabilities and challenging behavior. 
I have been a guest lecturer at the University of Hertfordshire Clinical Psychology Doctoral Training Course and have regularly supervised and taught other psychologists and mental health workers as part of my work. 

My practice is very much influenced by attachment and social learning models of child development as well as using cognitive behaviour therapy and mindfulness approaches to help children cope with the struggles of modern life. I focus on helping families understand the emotional reasons underlying their children’s difficulties rather than just changing behaviour, and my priority is always to help children and parents develop the warm, responsive and positive relationships that provide the foundations for self-esteem and emotional wellbeing from infancy to adolescence.

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Clare South - Psychotherapist and Counsellor

Hello, I'm Clare. I am a therapist specialised in working with children, teens and young adults aged 4-25 years old. If you, or your child, are feeling overwhelmed by life, therapy can be an important first step. I help children and young people understand and make sense of their feelings and experiences, providing a calm and encouraging space. Building on the therapeutic relationship is key and I work with empathy in a non-judgemental capacity to support building autonomy, connection and change. 

I work with a range of difficulties including anxiety, school/university or work issues, family dynamics, intrusive thoughts, loss, relationships, self-esteem, stress and trauma.

As an integrative therapist I take an adaptive approach to meet the varying needs of my clients. I adjust our time together depending on which type of therapy works best to support progress. My foundation is person-centred meaning sessions are client led and I use a range of approaches including creative therapies which provide a safe medium to explore difficulties; systemic therapy to support family and relationships; and CBT to target specific issues in thoughts and behaviour, such as anxiety.

My experience includes over 30 years working with children and young people in both therapeutic and school settings. Please do get in touch for further information or an informal chat to see how I can help.

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Kim Bolton – Psychotherapist and Integrative Counsellor

Hi. I'm an integrative counsellor and Psychotherapist, drawing on a variety of psychotherapeutic and humanistic theories dependant on your needs during the session, including CBT, Person centred, TA and attachment (to name a few). I offering a calm, welcoming, non- judgemental space where we can explore what's happening for you. At some point in our lives, we all encounter difficulties. We each have unique experiences of these struggles and at times they may feel overwhelming. Perhaps you find yourself affected by current and/or past experiences. Whatever your struggles, we can work together to find a way forward, empowering you with new skills, self-awareness and renewed resilience. 

I work with adults and children aged 11+. With over 15 years’ experience of working with children and young adults in educational and sporting backgrounds, I have seen and experienced the difficulties both adults and children face in today’s society. 
I have clinical experience supporting clients with a wide range of issues including, but not limited to; anxiety, depression, loss/grief, domestic and sexual abuse, OCD and relationship difficulties. 

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Tim Lockley - Psychotherapist

As a BACP registered psychotherapist, I provide a safe and supportive space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe in the importance of building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, and I work collaboratively with them to help identify and address their unique needs and challenges.
 
My therapeutic approach is relational, drawing from both psychodynamic and person-centred theories. I work with clients to help them gain deeper insight, awareness, and understanding of themselves and their circumstances. Together, we work on developing better strategies for leading a more functional and ultimately more fulfilling life.
 
I have experience in working with a wide variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, self-esteem, identity, loss, and particularly bereavement. I am dedicated to exploring any issues for as long as is needed, whether that's over the short term or the longer term.

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Jenny Edwards - Counsellor

Hi, I’m Jenny. I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor with a special interest in helping people suffering with trauma and abuse. I work with young people and adults and offer a warm, empathic, gentle approach. I regularly work with the different parts within ourselves, we can often say“part of me wants to do this but another part is saying different” and I believe it is important to recognise these parts and explore them and their needs. I believe that it is helpful and therapeutic to understand your body and mind and I use psychoeducation to bring awareness and understanding of your body and mind to aid healing.


I am trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) TA (Transactional Analysis) and Person-Centred Therapy. I also have skills in somatisation and mindfulness.


My background has been working with the NHS for 13 years. I started out in nursing and worked in clinical settings with Multi-disciplinary teams to ensure people are getting the best care possible and to enable them to feel safe and treated appropriately. I then moved on to working with staff within the NHS to ensure they felt safe, supported and listened to, this is a movement within the NHS called Freedom to Speak Up. After this I went on to work with a charity called Living your life that offers pre-trial therapy for survivors of trauma and abuse.


I believe and feel passionate that everyone of us deserves to be heard, acknowledged and feel safe.


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Olivia Grant - Counsellor


I am an integrative counsellor who works from a client-centred perspective, drawing on a range of therapeutic models to support individuals in developing self-awareness and growing from their experiences. My practice is primarily informed by Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), alongside training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) skills. I'm a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.


I work with clients to help them in gaining a deeper understanding of their experiences at their own pace. I am committed to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard and supported. I assist clients in identifying helpful ways of coping, using a range of therapeutic tools tailored to clients' individual needs. 


I have a wealth of experience working with and supporting young people and adults, across a range of settings. I have 10 years of experience working in Children and Adolescents Mental Health Services, as well as roles in charitable and community services, including school-based counselling, addiction services and domestic abuse support. 


I value thoughtful, collaborative therapy and bring a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to my work.


My practice is informed by a variety of therapeutic approaches including CBT and DBT. I also have experience as a low-intensity CBT supervisor to support supervisees, supporting them to develop their clinical skills and confidence in line with evidence-based practice.


I am also trained in delivering Walk and Talk therapy sessions.

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Ellen Curtis - Sports Massage Therapist

I am a Level 4 Qualified Sports Massage Therapist and a Childcare Professional. I trained as a childcare professional in 1999 and through my love of exercise and sport, I finally decided to follow my other passion, Sports Massage. In 2018, I took the plunge to retrain in something new and Emberly Sports Massage was created.

I offer Winslow and the surrounding area, an approach that incorporates a variety of mediums to give your body the power to heal through massage. Treatments are tailored to the individual needs of each client to make sure that you receive the best approach for your body, mind, and soul. Receiving a Sports Massage is beneficial for everyone not just for those that participate in sport.

Alongside my Sports massage, I can also offer Dry Cupping and Dry Needling sessions. Appointment times range from 30 minutes to 60 minutes depending on your requirements.

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Liz Treadaway - Hearing Health Practitioner

After working in healthcare for many years, I retrained in hearing health with Boots Hearingcare doing wax removal micro suction. I have been fully trained as a Hearing Health Practitioner that specialises in ear care and micro suction. I decided to gain further training and experience at a specialist Clinic in Oxford where I now currently work, as well as at Flourish.
I am passionate about providing a safe friendly professional and effective wax removal service to our patients and community.

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Cerys Seymour - Clinic Manager


Cerys is our Clinic Manager. She has been in the heath care industry since 2014. Since joining Flourish in September of 2020 she has excelled at managing the schedule, assisting patients with enquiries, working with therapists to assist patients, helping patients get the care they need and numerous other administrative tasks.
With a kind, considerate and understanding manner Cerys does all she can to ensure the comfort and privacy of all our patients.