Our Team

Founder and Clinical Director.

Darryl is the founder and Clinical Director of DBT UK. His work is primarily focused on clinical leadership, supervision, consultancy, and training, supporting clinicians and organisations to deliver adherent, evidence-based DBT with integrity and consistency. Alongside leading DBT UK, Darryl works with NHS, private, and voluntary sector services to support high standards in DBT delivery and implementation.

Specialises in self-harm, suicidality, personality disorders, and complex PTSD.

Marta is a Consultant Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC and an accredited DBT Therapist and Supervisor with the Society for DBT in the UK and Ireland. She obtained her PhD from the University of the Balearic Islands in 2015, where her research focused on emotion dysregulation among victims of intimate partner violence. Marta completed her Postgraduate Diploma in DBT at the University of Bangor and has trained with both the Behavioural Tech Institute and British Isles DBT. Marta is also intensively trained in Radically Open DBT (RO DBT), supporting clients with maladaptive perfectionism, anorexia nervosa, and ASD. She has further training in DBT for PTSD (DBT-PTSD) with Dr Martin Bohus, and in DBT for families, parents, and couples with Dr Alan Fruzzetti. Alongside her clinical work, Marta provides training to healthcare professionals in emotion regulation and trauma-informed care. She has a strong interest in DBT treatment effectiveness and long-term behaviour change and offers psychological therapy in English, Spanish, and Catalan.

Specialises in attachment difficulties, trauma, ASD, ADHD, and DBT-PE.

Pascal is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. She completed her BSc in Psychology and MSc in Developmental Psychology and Research Methods before earning her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Lancaster University in 2011. Pascal has worked across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings within both the NHS and private sector, and is currently the Outpatient DBT Lead at a private hospital. She has specialist training in attachment and trauma-related difficulties and extensive experience supporting clients with complex emotional and relational challenges. She is trained to Level 4 in DBT and in the DBT Prolonged Exposure protocol (DBT-PE). Pascal is also qualified to administer gold-standard assessments for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ADI-R and ADOS-2) and works therapeutically with individuals with ASD and ADHD. Her approach is collaborative and person-centred, helping clients develop clear goals and move towards a life worth living.

Specialises in trauma and EMDR

Tanya is a Psychologist with a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DClinPsy), registered with the HCPC and a chartered member of the BPS. She completed DBT training with the Association of Psychological Therapies and British Isles DBT.
Tanya has worked in various settings, including the NHS, schools, and inpatient treatment, where she managed and delivered DBT at the Priory Hospital. She currently offers DBT, EMDR, CBT, and Psychotherapy in private practice.
Her clinical focus includes trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harm, emotional dysregulation, complex PTSD, ADHD, and Autism. Tanya prioritises building a safe therapeutic relationship where clients feel empowered to develop coping strategies.

Specialises in borderline personality disorder, trauma, and PTSD.

Emma is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, registered with the HCPC, BPS, and EMDR Association. She gained her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2015 and has over 15 years of experience in the NHS, specialising in complex mental health, personality disorders, and trauma.
Emma completed DBT training with British Isles DBT and has worked in specialist DBT services in London. She has published articles on borderline personality disorder and completed post-graduate training in Mentalization-Based Therapy and Structured Clinical Management.
Emma is trained in EMDR and specialises in trauma and PTSD, particularly in the DBT-Prolonged Exposure model. Her therapeutic approach integrates CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Emma believes a strong therapeutic relationship, client-centred goals, and clear psychological understanding are essential for successful therapy.

Specialises in mood disorders, trauma, emotional dysregulation, psychosis, ADHD, and Autism.

David is a Clinical Psychologist trained in various psychological approaches, including DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. He has worked across inpatient, outpatient, and forensic environments, treating individuals of all ages.
David has extensive experience working with individuals with mood disorders, trauma, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, and psychosis. He also has expertise in relational issues and emotional dysregulation.
His research interests include psychological assessments, cross-cultural research, and emotion processing. David also specialises in ADHD and Autism, using evidence-based approaches to support clients with these conditions.

Specialises in self-harm, suicidal ideation, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, and Autism.

Claire is an accredited member of both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Society for DBT. She has trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy with British Isles DBT Training and Marsha Linehan’s Behavioural Tech programme, and completed her Postgraduate Diploma in DBT at Bangor University.
Claire has over four years of experience running DBT skills groups for individuals and families, across both private and charitable sectors. She has worked with adolescents and adults, particularly those experiencing emotional dysregulation and engaging in self-harm or parasuicidal behaviours.
Claire takes a holistic approach to therapy, drawing on CBT, mindfulness, and emotion regulation strategies to support clients in managing intense emotions and building meaningful change. Alongside her clinical work, Claire is the Chief Operating Officer at DBT UK, overseeing the operational management of the service.

Specialises in complex trauma, dissociative presentations, and personality disorders.

Josie is a qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and listed on the Wider Psychological Workforce Register. She completed her Postgraduate Diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy through British Isles DBT Training in partnership with Bangor University, and is currently completing her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Josie brings over seven years of experience working within NHS psychological therapy services across inpatient, community, and crisis settings, supporting adolescents and adults with complex psychological needs. She delivers both DBT skills groups and individual therapy, and is known for her warm, validating, and collaborative therapeutic approach.

Specialises in complex trauma, mindfulness, emotional regulation, ADHD, and interpersonal relationships. 

Alex is an accredited psychotherapist and qualified integrative counsellor (MA), registered with the BACP and the Society for DBT. He is intensively trained in all five functions and modes of DBT with British Isles DBT and is also a student Zen Mindfulness Teacher, trained by Zen Master Daizan. He has almost a decade of experience supporting people in crisis, including as a Clinical DBT Lead and as a psychotherapist on an acute inpatient ward. His expertise includes working with complex trauma, PTSD, borderline and emotionally unstable personality disorder, ADHD, and schizophrenia. Alex has also taught mindfulness for over seven years in psychiatric hospitals, including the Maudsley and Priory Hospital North London, and delivers an accredited eight-week Zen Meditation programme to support self-discovery, work-life balance, and stress reduction.

Specialises in personality disorders, suicidality, self-harm, ADHD, and Autism.

Hannah is an accredited member of the Society for DBT and an accredited DBT supervisor. She has extensive experience working with complex cases within the NHS, delivering individual and group DBT therapy in a specialist personality disorder service.
Hannah has a strong background in developing and expanding fully-adherent DBT programmes and also provides Structured Clinical Management, Compassion-Focused Therapy group therapies, and Distress Tolerance Skills clinics.
Her main passion lies in supporting individuals with personality disorders, particularly those experiencing high levels of suicidality and self-harm. Hannah is dedicated to helping clients build a life worth living. She also works with clients on ADHD and Autism, incorporating DBT techniques to improve emotional regulation.

Specialises in personality disorders, emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, ADHD, and Autism.

Katie is a registered member of the BPS, BABCP, and an Associate Member of the Society for DBT. With over 5 years of experience across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, Katie has expertise in managing complex cases in both adults and adolescents.
Trained in DBT through British Isles DBT, Katie has facilitated DBT groups at The Priory Hospital Roehampton and Body & Soul Charity. She is currently completing a Postgraduate Diploma in CBT for Trauma and Personality Development at the University of Oxford and also practices Trauma-Focused CBT.
Katie’s special interests include working with personality disorders, emotional dysregulation, complex trauma, suicidality, and self-harming behaviours in adolescents and young adults. She also works with ADHD and Autism, integrating DBT techniques with behavioural approaches.

Specialises in self-compassion, validation, emotion dysregulation, ADHD, and Autism.

Melissa is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and a member of the Society for Dialectical Behaviour Therapy. She practices at the Priory Hospital in Chelmsford, facilitating DBT skills groups and individual sessions.
Melissa’s focus is on reducing emotional stress and improving clients’ quality of life. She has a particular interest in working with eating disorders, relationship issues, critical self-talk, suicidal ideation, and self-harming behaviours.
She also specialises in ADHD and Autism, offering tailored DBT approaches to support individuals in managing emotional dysregulation.

Specialises in CBT, DBT, emotion regulation, ADHD, and Autism.

Janette is a BABCP CBT therapist with expertise in Psychodynamic Therapy, DBT, Person-Centred Therapy, and an Integrative approach. She is bilingual, offering therapy in both English and Spanish.
Janette has worked in various settings, including the NHS, education, non-profit organisations, treatment centres, and the private sector. She has also facilitated CBT, DBT, and emotion regulation groups.
Janette believes the therapeutic relationship is key to successful therapy and focuses on helping clients develop skills to regulate their emotions, cope effectively, and validate themselves. She works with clients with ADHD and Autism, supporting them in emotional regulation and coping skills.

Specialises in suicidality, self-harm, childhood trauma, emotional dysregulation, ADHD, and Autism.

Kelsey is an Associate Member of the Society for DBT and a registered member of Social Work England. After completing a Bachelor of Social Work at McGill University in Canada and a Master’s of Human Rights Law at the University of Nottingham, she trained in DBT through British Isles DBT Training. Kelsey has been supporting clients and running DBT groups at Body & Soul Charity for 3 years as part of a team of highly experienced practitioners and supervisors. Through Kelsey, the programme has been expanded by 150%, enabling more young people to be able to access life saving support. She believes in a compassionate therapeutic style, where validation, irreverence and kindness support clients to build their life worth living.

Specialises in complex PTSD, trauma, and personality disorders.

Glenda is a fully accredited BABCP CBT therapist with extensive experience delivering one-on-one CBT to adults. She is a level 4 qualified EMDR practitioner, working towards accreditation with EMDR Association UK and EMDR Europe.
As a DBT therapist, Glenda has experience delivering both DBT skills groups and individual DBT sessions to adults, particularly those struggling with complex PTSD.
She also specialises in ADHD and Autism, using evidence-based treatments to support emotional regulation and trauma recovery.