About Dr. Sally Rooke
I am a Clinical Psychologist within the Bournemouth and Christchurch area, working therapeutically with children, adolescents and adults experiencing a range of psychological difficulties. I can offer face-to-face sessions locally or online support nationally.
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I work both within the NHS and in the private sector. I use an eclectic approach to provide an individualised therapeutic service, utilising a variety of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dyadic Developmental Practice and Systemic Therapy.
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I specialise in mental health difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, trauma, and attachment difficulties. I also specialise in parenting, and am a fully accredited Incredible Years facilitator, as well as having completed training on Triple P parenting Programme. I utilise key aspects of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy which is particularly helpful for children who have experienced developmental trauma or who have attachment difficulties.
What can Sally offer support for?
I am able to provide support for a wide range of psychological difficulties, some of which are mentioned below. Please contact me using the details below to discuss your specific needs.
Adult mental health difficulties
I can support adults with anxiety (including Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Phobia, and Obsessional Compulsive Disorder), low mood, depression and suicide ideation.
Child/adolescent mental health difficulties
I am able to support young people with a range of anxiety disorders (including Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety, Specific Phobias, and Obsessional Compulsive Disorder), low mood, self harm, suicide ideation, school difficulties, behavioural difficulties, social difficulties, or low self-esteem. I also specialise in working with children who have experienced chronic trauma or have attachment difficulties.
Parenting difficulties
Parenting, although often very rewarding, brings with it huge challenges and can cause significant stress and anxiety. I offer emotional support for parents who are struggling with parenthood at any stage of their child's life. I also offer support with regards to behaviour management and understanding of autism, ADHD or other diagnoses.
What to Expect: Sessions and Fees.
Initial Appointment
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The first appointment lasts up to 90 minutes and gives you the opportunity to explain in your own words any concerns and areas you would like to address. The assessment is tailored to the individual but will usually involve the gathering of information about all areas of your life (e.g. health, work, school, family background). Towards the end of the appointment we will discuss what support I could offer you (if appropriate). This appointment is also a chance for you to get to know me and to decide if I am the right person to support you. The fee for an assessment session is £180.​
Ongoing Sessions
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A plan for further sessions will be made at the initial assessment if appropriate. This plan would be tailored to you and your needs. Often these sessions are weekly or once a fortnight and last 50 minutes. The fee for ongoing sessions £130.
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Qualifications and Training
I completed my first degree with Honours in Psychology at the University of Leicester in 2005. I went on to work in a variety of local authority and NHS settings supporting children and adults with mental health difficulties. In this time I completed various training courses including Counselling skills Levels 2 and 3, the Work with Parents Certificate, and an NVQ in Health and Social Care.
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In 2012 I completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Improved Access to Psychological Therapies at the University of Reading, specialising in parenting. In 2017 I completed a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Southampton University. The 3-year Doctorate involved teaching and self-led research, whilst also providing therapy for people of all ages in a variety of settings, with a range of emotional health needs.
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I have also completed training in Schema Therapy for Children and Adolescents, further training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and training in CBT for children with depression, anxiety and eating disorders.
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Membership of Professional Bodies
A Professional Body is an organisation which maintains an oversight of the knowledge, skills, conduct and practice of individual members practicing a particular profession or occupation.
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I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist (Registration number PYL34682). I am also a member of the Association of Clinical Psychologists UK (ACP-UK).
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The HCPC and the ACP-UK both demand a high level of ethical practice giving you the reassurance that you will receive high quality care.
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Why choose a Clinical Psychologist
Clinical Psychologists are trained in a variety of different therapeutic approaches. This provides them with a wide set of skills and strategies which enables them to better tailor the support to the individual. It also enables an eclectic approach, where different therapies are combined to compliment each other. This is particularly helpful for individuals with more than one difficulty.
Over reliance on support from professionals can be detrimental to emotional wellbeing. Clinical Psychologists aim to provide individuals with skills and strategies that promote resilience. This can often mean that individuals need less sessions and are more able to face challenges without professional support in the future.
Contact
I am currently accepting new clients. Please get in contact for more information about my availability.
Email: sally.rooke@outlook.com
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Or submit your enquiry below.
