3 Best Psychologists in Cardiff, UK

“Dr Helen Barker qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 1999. Before opening her own private practice, she worked within the NHS for over 25 years, where her final position was Professional Lead for Mental Health Psychology. She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and is a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Dr Helen Barker offers Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and she is also an accredited EMDR therapist. She works with adults aged 18 and over, specialising in the treatment of anxiety disorders and depression, including social anxiety, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), including ‘pure’ OCD. As an accredited EMDR Therapist with the EMDR Association UK, Dr Helen Barker provides EMDR therapy for individuals experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She also regularly works with clients struggling with depression and stress, including students. Dr Helen Barker practices at Flow Psychology Ltd, where she aims to provide a friendly, efficient, and evidence-based service that helps clients improve their well-being promptly and effectively.

“Dr Lucie Robinson is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and a Practitioner Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). She obtained her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College London and is an accredited Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner, recognised by the EMDR Association. She is registered with several major health insurance providers and also accepts self-referrals. She delivers a bespoke service for each client following a detailed assessment, which helps establish a clear framework for setting therapy goals. Dr Robinson ensures that clients understand how their treatment sessions align with their personal values and desired outcomes. Her integrative approach combines elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR, and she also offers Brainspotting and sand tray therapy.