DR JESS RAYNER
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Jess Rayner (DClinPsy, MSc, BSc)
My Ethos
Navigating life's ups and downs can be tough and I believe therapy is a powerful way to bring about change. This belief comes from my professional experience, but also attending therapy personally to support my own well-being and development.
I value humanity, authenticity and the uniqueness of every person I meet. My hope is to offer a space where you feel heard and understood, without judgement. While I bring professional knowledge and experience to my work, I also recognise that you are the expert on your own life. Therapy is something we do together, not something that is done to you.
My ongoing mission is to create a therapeutic space (and society) that respects and appreciates difference, diversity and reduces stigma around distress and seeking support.
My Experience
I have over 8 years experience in supporting people with their mental health and well-being and have completed doctoral level study.
Throughout my career I've worked within the NHS and social care, charities and physical health service. I now work with adults (18+) in private practice.
My training has equipped me with a broad range of therapeutic approaches and I'm always learning. I'm currently working toward specialist accreditation in EMDR.
I'm also a human being with my own lived experience, which I believe deepens empathy and perspective. Alongside my work in psychology, I practise and teach yoga. These practices inform my understanding of the mind–body connection and the holistic, compassionate, approach I bring to my work.
Qualifications
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Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) - Bangor University / NHS
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Masters in Clinical & Health Psychology (MSc) - Bangor University
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Bachelors Degree in Psychology (BSc) - Oxford Brookes University
Additional Training
- EMDR training (Levels 1, 2 & 3)
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Working with Neurodivergent Adults: Alleviating Chronic Burnout in Autism & ADHD, Supporting Clients with Rejection Sensitivity
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Compassion-Focused Therapy for Persistent Pain
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Depression
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Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (8 Week Course)
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Treating Trauma with Internal Family Systems Therapy: Step-by-step procedures for healing trauma, anxiety, depression.
Professional Registration
I am registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). This is the regulatory body for Psychologists and other healthcare professionals. To maintain registration I am required to engage in regular supervision, ongoing training, and adhere to an ethical framework.
You can check the HCPC register here (you will find me listed under my full name, Jessamine Rayner): https://www.hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register/