Portishead CBT

Debbie Clay Dip. COT; PGDip. CBT

BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist

E Mail: debbieclay1@gmail.com

Phone: 07768 232764

I qualified as an Occupational Therapist in 1990 and have worked in the NHS primarily in the field of Mental Health ever since. I qualified as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist in 2014 and have full accreditation with BABCP. I have experience of working in Secondary Care Community Mental Health Teams, IAPT (Primary Care Teams) and a Primary Care Eating Disorders Service. I currently work part time in the NHS as a CBT Therapist and have a Private Practice in Portishead, North Somerset.
I offer 1:1 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for a range of Mental Health disorders using evidence based treatment methods. In some cases the application of ‘Third Wave CBT’ therapies such as Compassion Focussed Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or Mindfulness might be appropriate. Sessions are 1 hour long and the number of sessions required will usually be between 6 and 20. We would periodically review progress during this time. Requirements of Accreditation with BABCP include regular supervision and Continuous Professional Development. I work from my home in a comfortable, private room. There are no access issues for people with disabilities and no parking difficulties.




Treatment and Specialisation Areas
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety/Panic
  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • Chronic Pain/Pain Management
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders and Weight Problems
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorders
  • Occupational Issues
  • Phobias
  • Post-Natal Depression/Difficulties
  • Problem Solving
  • PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Somatoform Disorders/Hypochondriasis
  • Stress Management
Useful Links:

NHS Conditions
OCD UK
OCD Action
Beating Eating Disorders
Depression Alliance
No Panic
MIND
Royal College of Psychiatrists