Services - Nova Psychological

At Nova Psychological, we are committed to providing a comprehensive range of psychological services to individuals and organisations. Our expert team, led by Dr Kimberley McNeill, offers tailored and evidence-based solutions to support mental well-being and personal growth.

Individual Therapy

Our individual therapy sessions are designed to address a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, and more. We offer a safe and confidential environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings and work towards achieving their therapeutic goals.

Psychological trauma/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression and low mood
Anxiety – for example, panic, worry, social anxiety, performance anxiety, phobias, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Stress
Low self esteem/confidence
Shame and self criticism
Perfectionism
Relationship/attachment difficulties
Adjustment/transitions – for example, parenting, bereavement including suicide bereavement, divorce, loss, illness, injury and other significant life events

Child and Adolescent Therapy

We provide tailored therapy for children and adolescents facing emotional and behavioural challenges. Our approach is sensitive to the developmental needs of young people and involves working closely with families when appropriate.

Emotional Regulation & Distress Tolerance: Helping young people manage their emotions effectively.

Behavioural Challenges: Addressing issues such as aggression, self-injurious behaviour and hyperactivity.

Academic Stress: Support for coping with school-related pressures.

Training and Workshops

Nova offers a range of training and workshop programs for organisations across the UK. These sessions promote mental health awareness, enhance professional skills, and foster a supportive workplace environment.

Mental Health Awareness: Workshops to educate staff on recognising and supporting mental health related issues.

Stress Management: Techniques for managing stress in the workplace.

Leadership Training: Developing effective leadership skills with a focus on mental well-being.

Development and delivery of bespoke specialist training packages, for example on topics such as pro-social modelling, trauma informed practice, professional boundaries, sexual safety and the use of force within mental health settings. Other training courses are available on request.

Therapies Offered

At Nova, we offer several evidence-based therapies, which are tailored to meet the specific needs of those using our services:

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR):

A therapy designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories.
Uses guided eye movements (or alternative forms of bilateral stimulation) to help process and integrate traumatic experiences.

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (T-CBT):

A structured, short-term therapy aimed at reducing symptoms of trauma.
Combines traditional cognitive behavioural therapy techniques with trauma-sensitive interventions.

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT):

Combines cognitive-behavioural techniques with concepts of mindfulness and acceptance.
Originally developed for treating borderline personality disorder but effective for a variety of mental health challenges.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):

Focuses on accepting thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty for them.
Encourages commitment to behaviour changes that align with personal values.

Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT):

Aims to help individuals develop and use their ability to be compassionate toward themselves and others. Particularly useful for those with high levels of shame and self-criticism.

Life Minus Violence - Enhanced (LMV-E):

A structured program designed to address violent behaviour.
Incorporates cognitive-behavioural techniques to help individuals manage anger and develop non-violent ways of coping.

Assessments Offered

We provide comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate various mental health and behavioural concerns:

Assessment of Cognitive Functioning:

Includes administration of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS-IV).
Evaluates intellectual functioning and cognitive abilities.

Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Disorders:

Incorporates the SCID-5 Clinician Version to diagnose DSM-5 disorders. Administration of the NetSCID.

Assessment of Personality Disorder:

Includes application of the International Personality Disorder Examination (IPDE).
Administration of the Psychopathy Checklist Revised (PCL-R) where clinically indicated.

Assessment of Autism in Adults:

Provides a comprehensive evaluation of autism spectrum disorders in adults. Includes application of the Autism Clinical Interview for Adults (ACIA).

Risk Assessments

Structured Assessment of Violence Risk in Youth (SAVRY):

A specialised assessment for evaluating violence risk in young people. Focuses on risk factors and protective factors relevant to youth.

Short Term Risk Assessment and Treatability (START)

Provides a structured approach to evaluating risk factors and protective factors. A tool for assessing short-term risk and treatability.

Assessment of Violence Risk in Adults:

Including administration of the Historical, Clinical, Risk Management-20 (HCR-20 V3) risk assessment tool. Incorporates the Structured Assessment of Protective Factors for violence risk (SAPROF).

Assessment of Harmful Sexual Behaviour in Adolescents:

Provides a structured approach to evaluating risk factors and protective factors. Includes application of the Juvenile Sex Offender Assessment Protocol-II (JSOAP-II).

Assessment of risk of Sexual Violence:

Provides a structured approach to evaluating risk factors for sexual violence.Includes application of the Sexual Violence Risk-20, version 2 (SVR-20 v2).

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Call: 0330 111 8219

office@novapsychological.co.uk

124 Dock Street, Fleetwood FY7 6JL