Dr. Rachel Orr, Clinical Psychologist DClinPsy CPsychol PGCert BSc

I qualified over 13 years ago as a clinical psychologist, and have a lot of experience working with children, and young people and families. I also have extensive experience working with adults with a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety difficulties and depression.

I have a special interest in cognitive behavioural therapy, but I take an integrative approach adapting therapy to suit individual clients’ needs. This includes using techniques from compassion focused therapy, Dialectical Behavioural therapy and mindfulness techniques.

I can provide remote sessions.

I can help you with:

• Anxiety and phobias
• Attachment issues
• Autism (including Asperger’s Syndrome)
• CBT
• Childhood difficulties (including managing ADHD, behaviour problems)
• DBT
• Depression and low mood
• Family and relationship problems
• Low self-esteem
• Mindfulness
• Obsessions and compulsions including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Panic attacks
• Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Shyness and social anxiety
• Sleeping problems
• Stress
• Teenage difficulties
• Worries about school

Who I work with:

• Children and Families
• Adults
• Young Adults (19 -25)
• Young People (aged 12 to under 19)

Insurance Companies:

• Aviva
• AXA
• Bupa
• Cigna
• Nuffield
• Vitality

Client Testimonials:

Client seeking ADHD assessment:

‘I really enjoyed working with Rachel, she was very quick with communication and any questions I had regarding my diagnosis. She had a respectful, calm presence which was very helpful for me to feel comfortable and think more clearly. The whole process was really easy and was dealt with quickly and efficiently. I would recommend Rachel to anyone who is seeking help with ADHD.’

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‘I was at a low ebb. Feeling anxious and worried. Not sleeping well and suffering from anxiety and very low self-esteem. I realised that I needed some support but was nervous to seek help.

When I eventually contacted Rachel, I very soon felt relieved that I had reached out to her. Rachel listened to my worries and issues with patience and sympathy. She put me at ease and helped me work through these concerns in a step wise approach, teaching me several different techniques and approaches to improve my mental health. She helped me challenge and question my negative thoughts and opened my mind to different perspectives and thoughts. Now I feel much happier and back on track. Whilst I know that I may have anxious and low moments again in the future, I am now much better equipped to handle these situations so that these thoughts are in the background and not all consuming.’