DR CAREY VIALA
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
I’m Dr Carey Viala, a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist with a passion for helping individuals overcome their mental health challenges. With a background in mental health spanning 20 years, including 12 years as a qualified Clinical Psychologist, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the field.
Originally from Canada, I completed my undergraduate psychology degree there before moving to the UK, where I’ve lived for the past 21 years. I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Lancaster University. I have completed a number of additional trainings in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing. This diverse range of therapeutic modalities allows me to tailor treatment plans to your unique needs.
I have extensive experience working within the NHS including providing interventions to adults facing mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, and those affected by cancer and palliative care. I work three days a week with individuals within a medico-legal context to recover from the psychological effects of having a serious accident, including helping them to process their trauma. I am also experienced in working with individuals who are experiencing a variety of difficulties including Imposter Syndrome, self-esteem and addressing relationship-related issues.
My approach is centred around understanding your concerns and goals. By utilising a blend of therapeutic tools and interventions, I will tailor the therapy to meet your specific needs, ensuring a personalised and effective treatment experience. My goal is to understand what you need to live a life that you want to be living and help you to move towards that, no matter what the barriers are.
Training and qualifications
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
ACCREDITATION TO PROFESSIONAL BODIES
- Member of the Health Professional Council (HCPC)
AREAS OF SPECIAL INTEREST
- Trauma
- EMDR
- Imposter Syndrome
- Self Esteem
INVEST IN YOURSELF AND YOUR WELLBEING
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR THERAPISTS
We carry out rigorous checks and vet all our therapists before they join the team. They must meet with our high standards of professional specification which includes:
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- Degree-qualified to Masters or PHD (doctorate) level for clinical psychologists
- Full indemnity insurance
- DBS criminal record clearance
This means that the mental health professional you see will be qualified, experienced and competent.
We are a private mental health clinic and have a number of therapists with different specialities. Because of this, we can offer therapies to help with a wide range of mental health issues from Anxiety to PTSD and child psychology.
Accreditation to the relevant professional body:
- Clinical psychologists are Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered
- CBT therapists are British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) accredited
- Counsellors are British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) accredited
First, we carry out a triage step during a 15-minute free initial telephone consultation. Depending on the challenges you’re facing, we will then recommend a counsellor, CBT therapist or clinical psychologist.
We also have clinic locations throughout the North, so there is usually one not too far from you.
As a result, we can usually offer an appointment quickly and at a time and place convenient for you. But, above all, tailored to your needs.