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Expert Mental Health Services in Wokingham
Wokingham Psychology is dedicated to delivering high-quality mental healthcare through a multidisciplinary team of professionals. Our clinicians include Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical and Counselling Psychologists, Psychotherapists, and Counsellors, all trained to the UK's most rigorous standards with a minimum of five years' experience in NHS, private, or voluntary sectors. We specialise in treating a wide range of psychological conditions, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, PTSD, and relationship difficulties, utilising evidence-based therapies such as CBT, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and EMDR. Our approach prioritises rapid access to the most appropriate specialist, with options for both outpatient and inpatient care at private hospitals like the Priory.We provide tailored treatment plans, including initial consultations with Dr Christian Buckland to determine the optimal therapeutic pathway. Our team holds memberships with leading professional bodies, including the UKCP, BACP, and Royal College of Psychiatrists, ensuring adherence to the highest clinical standards. We maintain strict confidentiality and offer flexible appointment scheduling to accommodate individual needs. While we do not provide emergency services, we guide patients to appropriate crisis resources. Our clinicians are registered with major healthcare providers and private medical insurers, facilitating seamless access to care. We are committed to promoting better mental health outcomes through compassionate, expert-led interventions.
Services
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Couples Counselling
EMDR Therapy
Autism Assessments
Family Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer rapid access to specialist mental health professionals with NHS and private sector experience
- Our clinicians utilise evidence-based therapies including CBT, EMDR, and psychodynamic psychotherapy
- We provide tailored treatment plans following initial consultations with senior practitioners
- Our team holds memberships with leading professional bodies including UKCP and BACP
- We facilitate private hospital admissions for intensive treatment requirements
Services
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy helps patients identify and modify negative thought patterns and behaviours. This evidence-based approach treats anxiety, depression, and PTSD through structured sessions focusing on practical coping strategies. Our BACP-registered therapists adapt techniques to individual needs, promoting lasting mental health improvements through skills development and behavioural change.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy explores unconscious patterns influencing current behaviour through in-depth analysis of past experiences. Our UKCP-certified practitioners help patients understand emotional conflicts and relationship dynamics, offering long-term solutions for complex mental health issues like chronic depression and personality disorders through weekly sessions over several months.
Psychiatrist Consultations
Consultant Psychiatrist assessments provide comprehensive evaluations of mental health conditions, including medication reviews. These sessions involve detailed clinical interviews to diagnose disorders and develop treatment plans. Our GMC-registered psychiatrists specialise in prescribing antidepressants, anxiolytics, and other psychotropic medications while collaborating with psychotherapists for holistic care.
Family Therapy
Family Therapy addresses relationship dynamics and communication issues within family units. Accredited systemic therapists work with multiple family members to resolve conflicts and improve emotional support networks. This approach benefits families dealing with adolescent mental health crises, bereavement, or attachment difficulties through structured therapeutic interventions.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy processes traumatic memories to reduce their psychological impact. Certified practitioners use bilateral stimulation techniques to help patients reprocess distressing events, particularly effective for PTSD and complex trauma. This NICE-recommended treatment typically requires 8-12 sessions with measurable symptom reduction observed in clinical practice.
People
Dr Christian Buckland
Consultant Psychotherapist
Doctor of Psychology with 19 years' experience in mental healthcare. Former NHS clinician and UKCP Chairman. Specialises in eating disorders and psychological programme development for Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Fivos Cacoullis
Child and Adolescent Consultant Psychiatrist
Child psychiatrist since 1999 with specialist training in systemic psychotherapy and EMDR. Provides expert witness testimony in High Court proceedings. Holds MSc in systemic psychotherapy and Royal College of Psychiatrists membership.
Dr Jenna Richards
Clinical Psychologist
Specialist in child and adolescent mental health with expertise in anxiety disorders, depression, and autism assessments. Utilises CBT and DBT techniques. Registered with Health Professions Council and British Psychological Society.
Dr Martin Caroll
Clinical Psychologist
Trauma specialist with 10 years' directorship experience at Cardinal Clinic. EMDR and CBT qualified. Recognised by all major healthcare providers. Professional memberships include British Psychological Society and EMDR UK.
Dr Clare Keogh
Counselling Psychologist
20-year experienced counselling psychologist working with children, adolescents, and families. Integrates CBT, EMDR, and DBT techniques. Associate Fellow of British Psychological Society. HCPC-registered with expertise in therapeutic approaches.
Questions
How do I book an initial mental health consultation?
Call 01189 680 900 to discuss your situation with our team. We'll arrange an initial assessment with Dr Christian Buckland or recommend appropriate specialists.
What mental health conditions do you treat?
We treat anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, eating disorders, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and other psychological conditions using evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
Are your clinicians registered with professional bodies?
Yes, all clinicians hold memberships with leading organisations including UKCP, BACP, Royal College of Psychiatrists, and Health Professions Council as required by their professional qualifications.
Can I use private medical insurance?
Many practitioners accept private medical insurance. Contact your insurer for authorisation and confirm coverage details with your chosen clinician before treatment commencement.
Do you offer emergency mental health services?
We don't provide 24/7 emergency services. For immediate assistance contact 999 or visit your local A&E department. Our clinicians work during standard business hours.
Is wheelchair access available at your premises?
Markham House has steps at the entrance, making it inaccessible for wheelchair users. Contact Dr Christian Buckland directly to arrange alternative accessible appointment locations.
Reviews (1)
Chris Howells
Dec 15, 2019
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Very frustrating to deal with. Phoned them repeatedly over the course of several weeks, about 10 times, went to voicemail every single time. Emailed them and got not reply. Voicemail message says they are too busy to take new referrals, the website says you can get an appointment in a week. Overall a complete waste of time.
