top of page

Dr Jess Rayner (BSc, MSc, DClinPsy)

My ethos

As a therapist, I bring a genuine, down-to-earth approach to my work. I’ve navigated my own share of life's ups and downs, which has taught me first-hand the value of investing in well-being. It has motivated me to get the skills to be able to offer a space that can help others to find their own way through life's challenges.

​

While attending therapy takes courage and can be tough, I have seen many clients experience a sense of hope, strength, and reward as they begin to make changes and feel better. I'm always glad to be a part of this journey and do everything I can to make it as comfortable as possible.​

​

My goal is to create a therapeutic space (and society) that respects and appreciates difference and diversity and reduce stigma around mental health and seeking support. 

My experience

I have over 10 years of applied experience and study in the field of psychology, including the completion of doctoral training. My skills and knowledge have developed through working with people from all walks of life to improve their emotional and physical well-being.

​

Throughout my career, I have worked in various roles within the NHS and social care settings, including mental health, physical health, autism, and addiction services. I now work with adults (18+) and offer therapy for a range of different issues.

​

My training has equipped me with a range of therapeutic approaches to draw on to support people. I am always learning and developing and am currently working toward specialist accreditation in a trauma therapy called EMDR.

Qualifications
  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsych) - Bangor University / NHS 
  • Masters in Clinical & Health Psychology (MSc) - Bangor University 
  • Bachelors Degree in Psychology (BSc) - Oxford Brookes University 
Additional Training
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy for Persistent Pain
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Depression 
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (8 Week Course)
  • Eye-movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Accredited Practitioner Training (working toward specialist accreditation)
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/

   

​

bottom of page