About Dr. Sara Hirst
Dr. Sara Hirst is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health Care Professions Council and the British Psychological Society. Her approach is integrative and draws heavily from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, combining evidence-based methods tailored to individual needs.
Dr. Hirst offers a range of therapeutic modalities to support clients with different presentations and preferences. She is trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and EMDR Therapy, specialising in helping people who struggle with post-traumatic stress. She is also an accredited therapist in Cognitive Analytic Therapy, and provides Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Compassion-Focused Therapy. Additionally, she offers Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, drawing on her depth of experience with mindfulness practice both as a practitioner and therapist.
Beyond one-to-one client work, Dr. Hirst provides clinical supervision and consultation to psychologists, psychotherapists and other mental health professionals. She is trained in organisational consultancy and has provided consultation to teams within the NHS, bringing specialist expertise to service development and team support.
Dr. Hirst holds current Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. She works with adolescents and adults, offering professional psychological support grounded in clinical expertise and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
Qualifications & specialties
Qualifications
- Diploma in Counselling
- Level 5 CBT
Specialises in
- Panic and anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Low mood and depression
- Traumatic experiences and PTSD
- Relationship difficulties
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