Emily Jackson

HCPC Registered Psychologist

Emily Jackson, HCPC Registered Psychologist, My Therapist Online

Emily Jackson

HCPC Registered Psychologist

Pronouns - She/her

Emily is an HCPC Registered Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the public sector. Alongside her private practice, she works as a Senior Forensic Psychologist within secure settings. Emily has extensive expertise in supporting people through periods of significant distress and delivering evidence-based therapies tailored to diverse needs.

Emily understands that life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, often triggering distressing emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that seem disconnected from personal goals. Emily is committed to working collaboratively with individuals to explore their current challenges and develop strategies for reducing psychological distress. She fosters a compassionate, safe, non-judgmental, and supportive therapeutic space. 

 

Qualified in EMDR therapy, a highly effective approach for addressing trauma and emotional distress, Emily also incorporates methods such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Her integrative, person-centred approach ensures therapy plans are tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Recognising that therapeutic terminology can sometimes feel unclear or intimidating, Emily prioritises empowering people with knowledge and understanding throughout their therapeutic journey.

Emily has a particular passion for perinatal care, supporting people through the profound changes associated with pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This includes working with those navigating pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, traumatic births, a fear of childbirth (tokophobia), or the challenges of adjusting to life as a new parent. Her empathetic and informed approach helps individuals face these significant life transitions with resilience and hope.

Emily accepts self-referrals and is registered with BUPA insurance. Emily is available online or in person in the Leeds area from January 2025. She has availability on Thursdays, between the hours 9am - 2.30pm. 

Emily is an expert in the treatment of the following problems:

  • Anxiety

  • Depression - Major

  • Depression - Seasonal Affective Disorder

  • Eating Disorders - Over Eating & Weight Loss

  • Miscarriage

  • Infertility

  • Personality Disorders

  • Problem with telling lies

  • Trauma - Childhood Trauma

  • Trauma - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  • Trauma - Complex PTSD

  • Trauma - Dissasociation

  • Trauma - Road Traffic Accidents

  • Trauma - Rape / sexual assalt

  • Trauma - Childhood sexual abuse

Emily is also very experienced in the treatment of the following problems:

  • Anxiety - Stress

  • Anxiety - Agoraphobia

  • Anxiety - Generalised (GAD)

  • Anxiety - Death

  • Anxiety - Health

  • Anxiety - Panic / Panic Attacks

  • Anxiety - Performance

  • Anxiety - Separation

  • Anxiety - Fears of abandonment

  • Anxiety - Social

  • Anxiety - Phobias

  • Emetophobia (Specific Fear of Vomit)

  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Alexithymia - difficulty identifying/ expressing  emotions

  • Bi-Polar Disorder

  • Depression - Low Mood

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

  • Self Harm

  • Eating Disorders - Anorexia & Bulimia

  • Family Issues - Conflict

  • Carer Problems

  • Grief / Bereavement / Loss

  • Hoarding

  • Low Self-Esteem

  • Loneliness

  • Narcissistic personality disorder

  • Pain management

  • Health conditions - Acute / Long Term

  • Health Condition - Cancer

  • Perfectionism

  • Procrastination

  • Work - Bullying

  • Work - General Problems

  • Anger

  • Menstrual Health

Models of Treatment Emily is experienced in;

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

  • Mindfulness

  • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

  • Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)

  • Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Integrative Therapy

  • Person-centred therapy

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)Professional Accreditation/Qualifications

Qualifications & Credentials

HCPC registration logo

  • HCPC Registered Forensic Psychology - PYL35797

  • stage 2 Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology - Cardiff Met University

  • MCs in Applied Forensic Psychology - University of York- Distinction

  • Graduate Diploma in Psychology - York St John University - Distinction

  • BA in Psychology and Criminology - Leeds Met University - First Class

What is CBT?

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an evidenced based & well researched talking therapy. It is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) for many mental health problems.

It is most commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but can be useful for many other mental and physical health problems.

CBT focuses upon how your thoughts and behaviours impact upon your emotions and physical symptoms.

CBT is collaborative treatment and typically involves doing homework tasks between appointments.

It aims to teach you to become your own therapist, teaching you tools so you can keep using the strategies and techniques you have learned after you have finished therapy.



What is EMDR?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a therapeutic approach designed to help people heal from trauma and highly distressing experiences. When a person goes through psychological trauma or significant stress, their brain may struggle to fully process the event. This can leave the person feeling "stuck" with disturbing emotions, thoughts, and bodily sensations that resurface as if they were reliving the experience.

EMDR helps to reprocess these stuck memories, allowing the brain to resolve them in a healthier way. This often leads to a significant reduction, or even elimination, of distressing symptoms, improving emotional well-being.

Recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in 2013 as an effective treatment for trauma and trauma-related disorders, EMDR has been extensively researched and proven to help with a wide range of psychological difficulties. The therapy follows a structured eight-phase protocol that ensures safety and guidance for the client. During sessions, bilateral stimulation—such as guided eye movements or tapping—helps the brain process traumatic memories in a controlled and conscious manner.

Many clients find that EMDR can lead to faster, more lasting results compared to traditional talk therapy alone, making it a highly effective option for addressing trauma and other distressing life events.

 

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