Shimana Cassie

I have experience of delivering high quality therapeutic services to a wide range of client groups including adolescents, adults and groups. I have gained high level experience working with a variety of presentations such as Anxiety, Depression, Low Mood, Low Self-Esteem and Low Confidence, Relationships, Interpersonal Difficulties, , Emotional Regulation Difficulties, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Psychosis, Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Eating Disorders, Neurodivergence (including ADHD), Trichotillomania (TTM), and Endometriosis.

I use a range of modalities and approaches including:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

Habit Reversal Training (HRT)

Trauma Focused Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy

Person-Centred Therapy & Humanistic Therapies

Integrative Therapy

Founder & Clinical Director - The Psychology Of You Clinic

Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (PsychD) - Ongoing

MBACP Psychotherapist & Counsellor, BACP Reg

Registered Member of BACP

PGDip Counselling Psychology

BSc (Hons) Psychology, MBPsS

Graduate Member of British Psychological Society (MBPsS)

Diploma - Psychotherapy & Counselling

I have a high level of experience working with the NHS in community and IAPT settings, in Charity organisations, and Private Practice organisations within the City of London.

I have a specialised knowledge within women's mental health in supporting women to develop healthy, positive relationships within themselves. I have worked within research and specialist services and therefore have a specialised knowledge of: Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Psychosis, Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Eating Disorders, Neurodivergence (including ADHD), and Trichotillomania (TTM).

Anxiety, Depression, Low Mood, Low Self-Esteem and Low Confidence, Relationships, Interpersonal Difficulties, , Emotional Regulation Difficulties, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Psychosis, Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Eating Disorders, Neurodivergence (including ADHD), Trichotillomania (TTM), and Endometriosis.

With over 8 years of experience, and registration as a Psychotherapist (MBACP) with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to explore, understand, and navigate the challenges you may be facing. My role is to guide and support you in unlocking your potential. I will take a more interactive approach rather than a traditional silent stance.

It can be intimidating to begin therapy and we will work as a team. The process will be as simple and worry-free for clients, so that all you have to do is concentrate on yourself and your journey.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative journey, and being actively engaged allows us to explore your thoughts and feelings more deeply. I’ll ask questions, share reflections, and offer observations to guide our discussions. Through open communication and collaboration, we will explore patterns, develop coping strategies, and foster a deeper understanding of the factors influencing your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.

Our sessions will be a collaborative space where you bring the expertise and experiences on yourself and I bring the psychological expertise to provide you with a sense of empowerment, understanding, knowledge and a toolkit you can take into your everyday life to improve your current functioning and day to day dynamics. I use a flexible approach to ensure we meet your individual needs and goals within sessions.