Dr Denise Barulis
Dr Denise Barulis
Chartered Clinical Psychologist
What
is a Clinical Psychologist?
Clinical Psychologists
are trained to doctoral level in applied psychology; I specialise in working
with adults who wish to change. I have treated all types of emotional difficulties
over the last 10 years.
Change is organic and
so there is always a wider consequence in terms of how our actions affect others.
Clinical Psychologists are trained to work with the individual, the group and
the system.
Examples of individual
work include using CBT to help someone recognise and overcome panic attacks.
A group approach could be to work with a staff team and assist them in recognising
their resources using psychoeducation about stress. A systemic intervention
may involve looking at how organisations respond to change and working with
Managers to reduce risks of staff burnout and sickness absence.
What will we do
in individual sessions?
I tend to work
with people in a goal-orientated / time-limited style, guided by the principles
of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). We can develop solution-focussed strategies
for the future as well as deal with your current challenges.
Who is suitable?
In principle,
anyone can be referred for assessment / signposting. People I have worked with
in the past have experienced:
· Anxiety / panic/
stress
· Depression / despair / confusion
· Anger / loss of confidence
· Phobias / obsessions / addictions
· Issues in managing time / pressure / demands
· Eating distress
· Losses / bereavement / physical heath problems
What to do next?
The first step
is to meet and see how you and I can work together. You can telephone the Wellbeing
Clinic to make an appointment. It would help us focus if you could bring ideas
about what helps you to cope to the 1st session.
NB clinical psychologists do not prescribe medication but can
liaise with other prescribing doctors if appropriate.
Biography
I originally trained as a Nurse in London and then studied Psychology and Counselling
as an undergraduate. I completed my Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology
at the Queens University Belfast and then practised in Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
I have worked with people who have a wide range of psychological issues as
well as those who have had serious mental health problems.
I am particularly interested in workplace wellbeing. I have provided training
on how to manage stress to organisations and worked with Occupational Health
staff regarding the implementation of 'Healthy Work' policies. I am drawn to
models of human development which focus on strengths/competencies. I see self-care
as an intrinsic part of growth and I am inspired by the psychology of coping
and resilience. I am fascinated by people's own theories of change and enjoy
seeing their ideas and mine combine to make real life challenges manageable.
For more information or to book an appointment please contact the WellBeing Clinic
here
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