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Dr Ali Adam Psychology & Consulting

Clinical expertise for individuals and organisations

Dr Ali Adam, CPsychol · HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist

Providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological care and consultation across the UK. Support for adults, young people, families, and organisations.

Welcome

I offer private psychological therapy and consulting for individuals and organisations. My approach combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, culturally responsive style. I specialise in supporting people coping with trauma, complex emotional challenges, physical health conditions and life transitions.

Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or specialist consultation for your organisation, I provide evidence-based support delivered with warmth, clarity and respect.

About Dr Adam

Qualifications & Registration

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy)
  • HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist – HCPC Reg No: PYL045380
  • PGDip in Applied Psychology
  • MSc Child & Adolescent Mental Health

Professional Experience

I have worked across NHS services, including:

  • Community Mental Health
  • Oncology & Palliative Care
  • Child Development & Neurodevelopmental Pathways
  • Forensic & Prison Mental Health Services
  • Trauma-Informed Care Initiatives

I have supported people with complex trauma, long-term physical conditions, emotional distress, low mood, anxiety, bereavement, and adjustment to life events. I also provide consultation, reflective practice and staff support to teams across healthcare, education, and criminal justice sectors.

Services at a Glance

Therapy
Online & in-person assessment and ongoing support.
Trauma-informed
Sensitive, evidence-based, culturally aware practice.
Organisations
Consultation, reflective practice, staff wellbeing.
Training
Workshops, supervision & leadership coaching.

Fees & Appointments

  • Assessment sessionWorking sliding scale
  • Individual therapyWorking sliding scale
  • Corporate consultationWorking sliding scale
  • Training / workshopsWorking sliding scale

Sessions via secure online video (online only). I offer a working sliding scale and am happy to discuss fee options.

Services

For Individuals

  • Psychological therapy (online & in person)
  • Assessment & formulation
  • Emotional support around medical conditions & life changes
  • Trauma-informed therapy
  • Culturally sensitive therapy and family support

Client Groups

  • Adults
  • Adolescents & families
  • People with long-term health conditions
  • Professionals in high-pressure settings

For Organisations

  • Psychological consultation & programme design
  • Trauma-informed service development
  • Staff wellbeing support & reflective practice
  • Training, workshops & supervision
  • Leadership coaching & culture development

How I Work

Evidence-based therapy in a warm, respectful and collaborative style.

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
  • Trauma-informed approaches
  • Systemic & family-informed practice
  • Psychodynamic & relational approaches

I tailor therapy to each person’s needs and values rather than a one-size-fits-all model. Sessions are offered online across the UK.

What to Expect

  • A thoughtful, collaborative assessment
  • Clear shared goals and treatment plan
  • Regular reviews of progress
  • Space for reflection on culture, identity and context

Areas I Support

Trauma & post-traumatic stress
Anxiety & worry
Low mood & depression
Emotional regulation difficulties
Long-term health conditions & pain
Bereavement & loss
Stress & burnout
Identity & cultural concerns
Adjustment to life transitions
Relationship & family stress
Self-esteem & confidence

Specialist Interests

  • Complex trauma
  • Refugee & minority mental health
  • Psychological support in medical illness
  • Forensic and secure settings

Corporate Consulting

I provide consultation, reflective practice, staff wellbeing support and trauma-informed programme design for organisations across healthcare, education and criminal justice sectors. Offers include leadership coaching, workshops, supervision and culture development.

Staff Wellbeing and Resilience Interventions

Individual-Focused Programs and Workshops

Organisational and Systemic Interventions

Insurance Recognition

Insurance providers

If you wish to use insurance, please include your insurer, membership number and pre-authorisation code in your enquiry.

Self-Help & Resources

A hub for education, resilience and growth. This section reflects my commitment to sharing knowledge and improving access to psychological support.

Managing stress & anxiety

Guides and ideas for grounding, pacing and self-compassion when life feels overwhelming.

Coping strategies for trauma

Information about trauma responses and ways of building safety, stability and connection.

Living with long-term conditions

Psychological support for living alongside health conditions, pain and fatigue.

Parenting & family wellbeing

Resources for communication, emotional literacy and family relationships.

Trusted links & charities

Signposting to reputable organisations, helplines and self-help materials.

Publications & research updates

Selected projects and publications relevant to trauma, health and organisational wellbeing.

Privacy Notice (GDPR)

Data Controller: Dr Ali Adam Psychology & Consulting. Contact: [email protected].

What I collect: Name, contact details and information you share in enquiries or sessions.

Lawful bases: Consent (enquiries/newsletters), Contract (to provide therapy/consultation), and Legitimate Interests (to manage my practice). For special category data, I rely on Article 9(2)(h) health care provision.

How I use data: To respond to enquiries, provide appointments, maintain clinical records, and meet legal/regulatory obligations.

Sharing: I do not share your information except where required by law, with your consent, or to keep you/others safe.

Storage & security: Records are stored securely and access-controlled. Email is used for administration only; please avoid sending highly sensitive details by email.

Retention: Enquiry emails are kept up to 12 months; clinical records typically up to 7 years (or as required by UK guidance).

Your rights: Access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, and data portability. You can withdraw consent at any time.

Complaints: You may contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you have concerns about data protection.

Terms of Service

Scope: Private psychological therapy and organisational consulting delivered online within the UK.

Suitability & emergencies: This service is not an emergency service. In a crisis, contact NHS 111, your GP, or emergency services.

Appointments & fees: Session length is typically 50 minutes. Fees are on a working sliding scale and confirmed before booking. Invoices/receipts provided on request.

Cancellations: Please give at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule sessions to avoid being charged.

Confidentiality: Information is confidential except where there is risk of harm, safeguarding concerns, or legal obligations. Supervision may be used to ensure safe practice; identifying details are minimised.

Records: Brief clinical notes are kept securely in line with professional guidance.

Professional standards: Practice follows HCPC/BPS codes of ethics. HCPC Reg No: PYL045380.

Complaints: Concerns can be raised directly via email or to the HCPC/ICO as appropriate.

Governing law: England & Wales.

Contact / Enquiries

If you would like to enquire about therapy or consultation, please complete the form or email me directly.

Email: [email protected]

Please note I do not provide emergency mental health support. If you are in crisis, contact NHS 111, your GP, or emergency services.