About Francesca Palmieri
Your Journey to Healing and Growth Starts Here
As an empathetic, non-judgmental, and warm psychologist, I am deeply committed to my work and passionate about helping others. It is a true privilege to be entrusted with the opportunity to listen, connect, and be a part of my clients’ journeys—helping them navigate their challenges and move toward a more fulfilling and empowered life.
I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can share what you feel comfortable with, and together, we will work towards reaching the optimal version of yourself.
I am a dedicated psychologist committed to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome emotional challenges and reach their personal goals. With over 8 years of experience both in the NHS and private sector, I offer a compassionate, safe space where healing and growth are nurtured through trust and empathy. My work focuses on addressing issues like anxiety, trauma, depression, grief, and self-esteem, equipping clients with tools to build resilience and create lasting change. I will guide you through your difficulties, helping you break free from feeling stuck and start living the life you deserve.
My Therapeutic Approach
Therapy Tailored to You, Guided by Empathy
I am a Chartered HCPC Senior Counselling Psychologist, I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy. I use an integrative therapy approach drawing on a diverse range of evidence based therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Third Wave approaches to CBT, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). I also use Schema therapy approach and principles and I draw on a Humanistic person- centred principles for the therapeutic relationship and as a foundation in therapy. Additionally, I incorporate creative methods, including role-playing and guided reflections, allowing clients to explore unhelpful patterns and confront challenges in a supportive environment. My sessions are tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs, fostering long-term growth, resilience, and well-being. We will discuss and review the length of therapy with clients will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. I will consider therapeutic methods that are proven to help you achieve your goals, find clarity, and take the first steps towards getting unstuck. I believe that clients’ feedback in therapy are essential in forming a trusting relationship and ensuring the effectiveness of therapy.
With a special focus on trauma work, I am also trained in Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)— both of which are recommended by the NICE guidelines as the gold standard treatments for PTSD, and complex PTSD.
In addition to my therapeutic practice, I offer professional supervision for trainee psychologists and early-career professionals. I am also involved in carrying out and participating in research projects to develop knowledge – My doctoral research was published on the Division of Counselling Psychology review (DCoP) – Palmieri, F. (2018). Counselling psychologists’ experience of the death of a terminally ill client: An interpretative phenomenological analysis. Counselling Psychology Review, 33(1), 33–45.
Take the first step and schedule a free consultation today, so we can begin this important work together.
My personal philosophy
I believe that clients have the capacity for self-awareness, growth, and change, provided they are willing and ready to work on themselves. This process is most effective when undertaken in collaboration with a psychologist who offers guidance and support.
Qualifications and Certifications
I am a registered psychologist with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) and a Chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also a Member of the EMDR U.K. association, member of the Crisis, Disaster and Trauma psychology section of the BPS, member of the division of Counselling Psychology (DCoP).
With advanced certifications in therapeutic modalities, I continuously enhance my skills through ongoing professional development, ensuring that I provide the highest quality of care to my clients.
Areas of Focus
Why Choose Dr. Palmieri?
.
Unique Approaches
Dr. Francesca Palmieri stands out by offering an integrative therapy approach that draws on evidence-based therapies with its specific techniques and creative methods, like role-playing and mindfulness.
Bilingual Services
Offering therapy in both English and Italian allows Dr. Palmieri to reach and connect with a diverse range of clients, creating a more comfortable and culturally sensitive therapeutic environment.
Support for Professional
In addition to working with clients, Dr. Palmieri provides clinical supervision, helping other mental health professionals reflect on their practices, improve skills, and navigate ethical dilemmas.
