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O L
21:49 19 Apr 25
I would highly recommend Oxford Brain and Mind to any person seeking help with any psychiatric issue and assessments for autism. I tried my luck in contacting the clinic on 2 Jan (a day after the new year / public holidays when most clinics were closed). I was desperate to get help for someone I love for anxiety/depression-related issues. Sanjay was very responsive and understanding, securing a slot for us to see Dr Malhotra quickly. Dr Malhotra was thorough in her assessment and diagnosis, offering an effective treatment plan. The plan works perfectly well for us. The plan included CBT with Wendy who is very helpful in imparting important skills. The plan also included an assessment for autism. Dr Malhotra and Sanjay are both professional and kind in their approach and in conducting the lengthy assessments. We appreciate their help very much.
Response from the owner 07:06 20 Apr 25
Dear O L, Thank you so much for your kind review! We are pleased to hear that your experience with Oxford Brain and Mind has been positive. We are also pleased to hear that Dr Malhotra’s thorough assessment and effective management plan worked well for you. Thank you again for recommending Oxford Brain and Mind.
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Ben K.
16:42 03 Apr 25
I saw Dr Saïk de La Motte de Broöns de Vauvert for an assessment. It was very comprehensive and considered many complicating factors. Overall very positive and following assessment I felt my concerns were well looked after and that the doctor offered to go to lengths to secure a prescription. The location is very clean and nicely decorated too.
Response from the owner 18:15 03 Apr 25
Thank you Ben for your positive review for Oxford Brain and Mind. We are glad that you had an excellent experience with Dr de La Motte and the clinic.
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Romy C.
11:37 06 Feb 25
I am so grateful for Dr Malhotra’s kindness and compassion, which is sadly not something I have often experienced in my mental healthcare. I really felt heard and respected. I am also impressed by her insight into my very complex, decades long mental illness. In just two long sessions she was able to offer me a new perspective on my condition and to make sense of many things. She provided me with comprehensive diagnostic assessment that will be so helpful going forward. I also now feel better equipped to make decisions about my future treatment.
Thanks also to Sanjay at Oxford Brain and Mind for dealing so efficiently and sensitively with the administrative side of things.
Response from the owner 09:42 07 Feb 25
Dear RomyWe are pleased to hear that your experience with Dr Malhotra was so positive. It’s wonderful to know that you felt heard, respected, and understood throughout your assessment process.Oxford Brain and Mind is proud to be led by Dr Malhotra. Her expertise, compassion, and dedication to her patients are truly commendable. We are also pleased that Sanjay was able to provide you with efficient and sensitive administrative support.We strive to provide the highest quality of care to all of our patients, and your feedback is invaluable in helping us achieve this goal.Warm regards,Oxford Brain and Mind
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Leo C.
14:01 17 Dec 24
Great experience
Response from the owner 14:25 17 Dec 24
Thank you Leo for your feedback.
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Livi G.
09:36 03 Dec 24
Excellent practice – highly recommended. Sanjay was extremely accommodating in helping me secure an appointment last minute. Super responsive communication and easy to reach. Dr Saik made me feel very at ease and was incredibly helpful with my treatment, I will definitely be arranging a follow up. Overall, very grateful for the support and care I received here.
Response from the owner 10:12 03 Dec 24
Thank you Livi for your kind words. Our colleagues value your feedback.
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Naomi W.
10:10 02 Dec 24
Sanjay and the team were very thoughtful and kind in their assessment and treatment. Would highly recommend Oxford Brain and Mind.
Response from the owner 10:29 02 Dec 24
Thank you so much Naomi for your kind words.
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Laura V.
17:12 22 Nov 24
Our experience with Oxford Brain and Mind was thoroughly positive. The staff were informative, kind and supportive!
Response from the owner 21:13 22 Nov 24
Thank you so much Laura for your positive review. Much appreciated.
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Daniel R.
11:11 06 Oct 24
Absolutely fantastic experience! I recently had an ADHD assessment at this clinic, and I couldn’t be happier with how it went. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and at ease. The staff were friendly, professional, and really took the time to understand my concerns.

The assessment itself was thorough but felt relaxed – the clinician made sure I understood each step and answered all my questions. I never felt rushed, and they genuinely listened to everything I had to say, which was such a relief. By the end, I felt like I finally had some clarity and a clear plan for what to do next.

The whole process was smooth, and booking was a breeze too. If you’re considering an ADHD assessment or any kind of support, I highly recommend this clinic. They really know their stuff and made what could have been a stressful experience into a very positive one.
Response from the owner 12:38 06 Oct 24
Thank you Daniel for your lovey feedback. We appreciate your feedback for our clinicians as well as for the clinic as a whole. We are really pleased to hear that you had a very positive experience with us.
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Genevieve B.
16:55 23 Jan 24
I highly recommend Dr Malhotra. She is warm and patient, creating a comfortable and supportive environment. She performed a thorough diagnosis that I have not been able to experience in the past. The clinic is welcoming, and communication for scheduling and follow-ups is always prompt and efficient. My experience has been very positive.
Response from the owner 11:15 24 Jan 24
Thank you Genevieve for your positive feedback for our clinic Oxford Brain and Mind and Dr Malhotra. We very much appreciate it.
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19:06 30 Dec 23
Response from the owner 19:50 30 Dec 23
Thank you Julia for your 5* review.
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Dr. Tina Malhotra

CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST

MBBS, MSc, MD (Psychiatry), MRCPSych, CCST

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Dr. Tina Malhotra

CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST MBBS, MSc, MD (Psychiatry), MRCPSych, CCST

Dr Tina Malhotra is a highly qualified Consultant Psychiatrist with over 25 years of experience in psychiatry.  She is currently a Consultant Psychiatrist in General Psychiatry at the Oxford Health Foundation NHS Trust with expertise in diagnosis and management of complex and severe mental health disorders. She is also a Clinical Director within the trust. She did her initial psychiatry training at the prestigious National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India.

She did her further basic specialist training in psychiatry in Cambridge before completing her higher specialist training in General Adult and Liaison psychiatry in Oxford.  She has trained with eminent psychiatrists in India and UK and worked across various subspecialities of psychiatry including addiction psychiatry, liaison psychiatry, neuropsychiatry and Adult ADHD service. She also worked as a Clinical Research Associate at the Department of Psychiatry, University of Cambridge.  She is on the specialist register with GMC both for General Psychiatry and Liaison Psychiatry.

Dr. Tina Malhotra holds British Association for Psychopharmacology (BAP) Certification in Clinical Psychopharmacology.  She combines her medical treatment skills with psychological approach to provide individualised and holistic care to her patients. She also has recently trained at the Cambridge Adult ADHD clinic. In addition, she has pursued the Diagnosis and Assessments course from UKAAN, and successfully completed the Pharmacological Treatment of Adults with ADHD course.

Dr Malhotra is dedicated to improve and innovate mental health services both in the NHS and the private sector. She has held various leadership positions throughout her career. She has completed Masters in Health Care Leadership from the University of Birmingham and is currently pursuing the Nye Bevan Programme with the NHS Leadership Academy to gain Executive Healthcare Leadership award in organisational development.

Dr Malhotra provides charitable mental health care and training in rural India.  She is passionate about improving mental health service provision and training in low income countries.

List of publications:

- S Kumar , T Malhotra ( Under review). Inhibitory rTMS to the right temporo-parietal junction improves depersonalisation and derealisation
- Kumar S, Veldhuis A. Malhotra T (2023). Impaired subjective organisation for memory in dissociative amnesia. Global Psychiatry Achieves.
- Kumar S, Veldhuis A. Malhotra T (2021). Neuropsychiatric and cognitive sequelae of COVID-19. Frontiers Psychology. doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2021.577529
- McIvor L, Sui J, Malhotra T, Drury D, Kumar S (2021). Self-referential processing and emotional context insensitivity in major depressive disorder. European Journal of Neuroscience, 311-329.
- Rosenzweig I, Bhatia KP, Malhotra T, Vukadinovic Z, Scoffings DJ (2013): Neuropsychiatric Symptoms as a putative crescendo warning of a Striatocapsular infarct? The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 25: E39 - E43
- Frame F, Thompson SA, Malhotra T, Edwards MJ, Rosenzweig I (2011): Psychogenic Myasthenia Gravis. The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 23: E1
- Malhotra T & Rosenzweig I (2009): Baclofen Withdrawal causes Psychosis in Clear Consciousness. The Journal of Neuropsychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences 21: 476
- Malhotra T & Cubbin S (2008): Assessment and Management of Acute Confusional State. The Foundation Years Journal 4(2): 50-54
- Dowson JH, Blackwell AD, Turner DC, Harvey E, Malhotra T, Robbins TW & Sahakian BJ (2007): Questionnaire a\ratings of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults are associated with spatial working memory. European Psychiatry 22(4): 256-263

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Dr Alexis Economou

CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST IN MEDICAL PSYCHOTHERAPY AND GENERAL ADULT PSYCHIATRY

MD, MSc, MRCPsych, FHEA

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Dr Alexis Economou

CONSULTANT
PSYCHIATRIST IN MEDICAL PSYCHOTHERAPY AND GENERAL ADULT PSYCHIATRY

MD, MSc, MRCPsych, FHEA 


Dr Economou is a Consultant Psychiatrist with dual accreditation as a specialist in General Adult Psychiatry and Medical Psychotherapy. Dr Economou’s experience and training allow him to bring a breadth of clinical approaches to his work; he combines general psychiatric skills and knowledge with a highly specialist psychotherapeutic approach.

Dr Economou has extensive experience of working with adults and adolescents, who are going through a difficult time in life and experiencing struggles on an emotional level, as well as working with people who are suffering with an episode of mental illness. He has experience of providing detailed, complex assessments and treatment across the diagnostic spectrum. 
Dr Economou works with people suffering with a wide range of issues and with mental illness across diagnostic categories. He has particular expertise in working with people who suffer enduring mood symptoms, which do not easily fit into diagnostic categories and may be linked with chronic trauma and or wider emotional difficulties.  In recent years, he has developed considerable expertise in working with patients suffering medically unexplained symptoms. 

Dr Economou’s approach is to work towards understanding you as a whole person and working with you towards a formulation, and potentially a diagnosis, which makes sense for you as a person. In his psychotherapeutic approach, Dr Economou is influenced by psychoanalytic, psychodynamic, cognitive and systemic approaches. He has additional training in mentalisation based therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, psychodynamic interpersonal therapy, as well as group approaches. He works with individuals, offering brief as well as long-term therapies. 

Dr Economou completed the majority of his psychiatric training in Oxford, a renowned centre for psychiatric education and research. He was subsequently appointed to consultant psychiatrist roles and has worked as a school psychiatrist at independent schools. He has held formal research roles and this has contributed to his practice being grounded in up-to-date scientific literature and guided by the evidence base for best practice. He holds a postgraduate degree in education from the University of Oxford and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. He remains actively involved in training the next generation of psychiatrists, he delivers advanced communication training for medical students at the University of Oxford and is a GMC approved educational supervisor for junior doctors training in psychiatry.Prior to his time in Oxford, Dr Economou completed the core psychiatry training in South Wales, holds an MSc Psychiatry from Cardiff University and qualified as a medical doctor MD from the University of Ioannina in Greece. 

Professional Organisations:
· General Medical Council, CCT Dual accreditation as Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry and Medical Psychotherapy
· General Medical Council, full registration with licence to practise, on the specialist register 
· Member of The Royal College of Psychiatrists RCPsych
· Member of the RCPsych Faculty of Medical Psychotherapy
· Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
· Oxford University Medical Education Fellow
· Member of the British Association of Psychopharmacology
· Member of European Psychiatric Network
· Member of the Hellenic Psychiatric Association, UK Division
· Member of the Psychodynamic Interpersonal Therapy Special Interest Group (PIT-UK) and PIT practitioner

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Dr Saïk de La Motte de Broöns de Vauvert

CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST

MBBCh, BSc, MRCPsych

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Dr Saïk de La Motte de Broöns de Vauvert

CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST MBBCh, BSc, MRCPsych Dr Saïk de La Motte de Broöns de Vauvert is a Consultant Psychiatrist with specialisations in General Adult Psychiatry, Older Adult and Liaison Psychiatry. He graduated from Cardiff University and completed his psychiatric training in the Thames Valley working in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire. In his work as a consultant psychiatrist at the Warneford Hospital in Oxford he treats patients with severe mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar affective disorder and psychosis. He has interests in ethics, empathy and the implementation of artificial intelligence in psychiatric care. He teaches and supervises medical students and doctors in training in his NHS work. During his training he gained experience in interventional psychiatry (ECT and ketamine) and ADHD at the Reading ADHD clinic. In his work he has extensive experience in treatment resistant conditions and how they interact with ADHD and Autism. He is particularly passionate about ADHD and helping his patients to fulfil their potential and live a better life every day.

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Dr Nina Baruch

CONSULTANT LIASON PSYCHIATRIST

MBBCh, BSc, MRCPsych

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Dr Nina Baruch

CONSULTANT LIASON PSYCHIATRIST

MBBCh, BSc, MRCPsych

I am a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist, and I am dual trained in general adult and older adult psychiatry, in addition to my specialist training in liaison psychiatry. I have extensive clinical experience. I am an Approved Clinician and Section 12(2) approved under the Mental Health Act, and I hold membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. In addition to my medical degree from the University of London, I hold a first-class degree in psychology and cognitive neuroscience from the University of Nottingham and prize for outstanding dissertation. I have published original research and articles across a range of psychiatric fields, with a particular interest in old age psychiatry. I have won a number of prizes during my training for presentations and service improvement, including at a national level. I currently work in the department of Psychological Medicine, which is based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. I work within the department general medicine and across the four general hospitals in Oxfordshire covering emergency and urgent assessment and treatment.

I have expertise in diagnosing and treating the full range of psychiatric conditions from age 18 upwards. My areas of expertise and interest include: Neuropsychiatry, Older Adult psychiatry, Anxiety disorders, Mood disorders, Dementia and Functional Neurological Disorder.

I have practiced in Oxford for many years and my liaison role has given me extensive experience in working collaboratively across medical and psychiatric specialties. I am passionate about providing truly integrated and holistic care.

Qualifications

· Bachelor of Science, Psychology and Cognitive neuroscience, University of Nottingham,1st Class honours, 2004. Allen Standen Prize for Outstanding Dissertation

· Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of London, 2009.

· MRCPsych, Royal College of Psychiatry, 2014.

Professional Memberships

· Member of the Royal College of Psychiatry (RCPsych)

· Full licence to practice from GMC (Number 7040318)

Publications:

· Cornforth F, Baruch N, Bajorek T. Non-pharmacological measures for sleep problems in dementia: time to forget sleeping pills? BJPsych Advances. 2025;31(6):326-330.

· Baruch N. Mania. In Oxford Handbook of Liaison Psychiatry. OUP. (In preparation).

· Baruch N, Behrman S, Wilkinson P, Bajorek T, Murphy SE, Browning M. Negative bias in interpretation and facial expression recognition in late life depression: A case control study. International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry. 2021 Sep;36(9):1450-9.

· Behrman S, Baruch N, Stegen G. Peer support for junior doctors: a positive outcome of the COVID-19 pandemic?. Future healthcare journal. 2020 Oct;7(3):e64.

· Baruch N, Burgess J, Pillai M, Allan CL. Treatment for depression comorbid with dementia. Evidence-Based Mental Health. 2019 Nov 1;22(4):167-71.

· Baruch N, Allan CL, Cundell M, Clark S, Murray B. Promoting early dementia diagnosis: a video designed by patients, for patients. International psychogeriatrics. 2017 May;29(5):863-7.

· Allan CL, Behrman S, Baruch N, Ebmeier KP. Driving and dementia: a clinical update for mental health professionals. Evidence-based mental health. 2016 Nov 1;19(4):110-3.

· Baruch N. Adverse incidents and patient safety–improving the learning experience of junior doctors. Clinical medicine. 2014 Feb;14(1):42.

· Baruch N, Das M, Sharda A, Basu A, Bajorek T, Ross CC, Sengupta S, Larkin F, Young S. An evaluation of the use of olanzapine pamoate depot injection in seriously violent men with schizophrenia in a UK high-security hospital. Therapeutic advances in psychopharmacology. 2014 Oct;4(5):186-92.

· Baruch N, Somerville-Tyler CM, Bradley KM, Wilkinson P. Nurturing syndrome in an elderly woman without dementia. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2014 Mar;62(3):581-2.

A case report on a rare subtype of delusions of misidentification can give rise to nurturing syndrome (NS), with beliefs and nurturing behaviours that a deceased relative is still alive.

· Dakin SC, Baruch NJ. Context influences contour integration. Journal of Vision. 2009 Feb 1;9(2):13.

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Dr. Mamas Pipis

CONSULTANT CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIST

MD, MSc in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, MRCPsych

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About Mamas

As a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist my greatest passion is connecting with young people and their families—listening deeply to their unique stories, understanding their concerns, and exploring their hopes. Naturally, my priority is the young person, seen from a holistic lens namely, one that considers their biological, psychological, and social strengths as well as their needs.

Over the years, I had the opportunity to develop my clinical skills which involves comprehensive knowledge of the emotional and developmental aspects of young people and how they relate to their world (whether at home, school or among peers). I am particularly interested in how the body and mind interact as a whole and how this relationship shapes a young person’s wellbeing. This realisation is essential in crafting personalised support and treatment plans.

My aim is to create a safe, non-judgemental space in which young people and their families are able to feel truly seen and heard, and based on that to provide the best support possible.

Clinical Experience & Special Interests I work in a trauma-informed way with young people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including:

· Low mood, self-harm, and suicidality

· Anxiety, selective mutism, and attachment difficulties

· Neurodiversity (ADHD, Autism)

· Parenting challenges and behavioural issues-including school refusal

· Bipolar disorder, psychosis, and schizophrenia

· Complex trauma

· Sleep problems

Background:

Originally from Cyprus where I was born and spent the first 20 years of my life. I then went on to study medicine in Greece, completing my Child and Adolescent psychiatric training at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London.

Today, I balance my clinical work as a part-time NHS Consultant Psychiatrist with my role as an Honorary Teaching Fellow at Imperial College’s Psychopharmacology & Psychedelic Research Group where I contribute to advancing new mental health treatments in adults.

Dr. Sanjay Kumar

NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST

BA, MA, MPhil (Clinical Psychology), PhD (Clinical Neuropsychology) CPsychology, Senior Fellow Advance HE, HCPC Registered

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Dr. Sanjay Kumar

NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST BA, MA, MPhil (Clinical Psychology), PhD (Clinical Neuropsychology). CPsychology, Senior Fellow Advance HE, HCPC Registered

Dr Sanjay Kumar is a Cognitive Neuroscientist at Oxford Brookes University and a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council with significant expertise in neuropsychological assessments. He gained experience in neuropsychological assessments at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India and National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery, University College London Hospital to assess neurological patients with a range of cognitive problems. 

Following his clinical psychology training, he did a PhD on understanding neuropsychological and EEG changes in mild Traumatic Brain Injury. He is an academic researcher who specialises in understanding brain related processes involved in cognitive mechanism in health and disease at individual level from a range of perspectives. 

Dr Kumar has previously worked at the University of Birmingham and University of Oxford. At Oxford Brookes University, he teaches undergraduate and post graduate students on Biological Psychology, Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. He provides research supervision to undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students. He is also an external examiner at University of Central Lancashire for their undergraduate courses and a PhD examiner for national and international universities.

He is on the editorial boards of several journals and reviews articles for many cognitive neuroscience journals of international repute. He is a member of the British Psychological Society, British Neuropsychological Society and a committee member of the British Association of Cognitive Neuroscience and the British Psychological Society Cognitive Section.

Dr Kumar’s research work has involved using electroencephalography (EEG), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES),  computer-based tasks and questionnaires to understand primarily visual perception; visual attention; divided attention, memory, self- representation in healthy and individuals with psychiatric and neurosurgical problems. 

He is the Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience research group lead at Psychology Department at Oxford Brookes University.  Dr Kumar has published extensively in journals of international repute such as the Journal of Cognitive Neuroscience , European Journal of Neuroscience, Experimental Brain Research to name a few.

His breadth of practical experience, empirical research expertise on a range of subject matters pertinent to human behaviour, cognition and neuropsychiatric conditions enables him to provide care of the highest scientific level. In his spare time, Dr. Kumar likes to run and play cricket. He has run a few marathons and half marathons. He has been adjudged player of the year for his cricket team too.

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Media: Forbes Interview, for Dr. Kumar’s publication on Psychiatric and Cognitive Squeale of Covid-19. 
Planet Radio interview for Dr. Kumar’s thoughts on media and mental health.
Psypost interview for Dr. Kumar’s published research work on depression.

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Dr Prabuddh Dwivedi

CONSULTANT CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST/NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST AND CBT THERAPIST

MA, M.Phil (Medical & Social Psychology) , PhD (Clinical Psychology), PGDip in Clinical Neuropsychology CPsychology, HCPC Registered

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Dr. Prabuddh Dwivedi

CONSULTANT CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST/NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST & CBT THERAPIST MA, M.Phil (Medical & Social Psychology) , PhD (Clinical Psychology), PGDip in Clinical Neuropsychology, CPsychology, HCPC Registered

Dr. Dwivedi is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been helping people to feel more balanced, and to live happier and healthier lives for over twenty years. He has extensive experience working both within the NHS and independently.  He provides psychological therapy for anxiety, panic, stress, low mood, trauma, and a wide range of other difficulties. Dr. Dwivedi also has specialist training and extensive experience in neuropsychological assessment and neuropsychological rehabilitation of adults and older adults following acquired brain injury (e.g. stroke, traumatic brain injury) and those with emerging  neurodegenerative (dementias) and other neurological conditions.

This includes direct work with the patient as well as working with members of family. The training and experience that Dr. Dwivedi has enables him to fully understand and work with his patients to improve their life, give them the tools to deal with their challenges, and reconnect with purpose and meaning. He works in a focussed way to support his patients to get faster results. Dr. Dwivedi utilises an Integrative Therapy approach which draws on a number of evidence-based approaches. He can draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Systemic approaches amongst others.

Psychological therapy is a focussed and active process where he endeavours to work together with his patients and aim to resolve difficulties swiftly. Training and Qualifications Dr. Dwivedi is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. His initial training was at the prestigious National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS), at Bengaluru, India where he completed an MPhil in Medical & Social Psychology followed by a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. He then went on to pursue a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Neuropsychology from the University of Glasgowm which he completed in 2010.

He has also completed the three-part Eye Movement Desensitisaton & Reprocessing (EMDR) training. Membership & Professional Registration: Dr. Dwivedi has a Chartered Clinical Psychologist accreditation by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Practitioner Psychologist status registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Dr. Dwivedi practices under the HCPC’s code of conduct and the BPS code of conduct.

Amy Lewins

Dr Amy Lewins

Clinical Psychologist 

(DClinPsy) | HCPC Registered | BABCP Accredited (Level 2) | AFT Systemic Practitioner

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Dr Amy Lewins

Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy) | HCPC Registered | BABCP Accredited (Level 2) | AFT Systemic Practitioner

Dr Amy Lewins is a Clinical Psychologist with specialist experience working for the NHS in adult eating disorders, complex trauma, and personality disorders. She completed her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Oxford, following a distinction-level MSc in Clinical Mental Health Sciences from University College London and a Psychology degree from the University of Exeter. She has specialist research interests in psychosis and voice hearing, the impact of the climate crisis on mental health and increasing accessibility to mental health services for those from minoritised backgrounds. She has published research in multiple peer-reviewed journals and is a specialist advisor to Psychology Tools.

Amy has a special interest in taking a trauma-informed approach to treating people struggling with eating disorders, PTSD and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, OCD, personality and other difficulties. She values systemic working, often involving families and wider networks in her work. Amy often draws upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), as well as third-wave therapeutic models such as Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people develop greater self-understanding, reduce shame, and build a kinder relationship with themselves as well as stronger relationships with their loved ones.

Prior to joining Oxford Brain and Mind, Amy has worked across a range of NHS services, including Oxfordshire's Adult Eating Disorder Service, where she now works as a qualified Clinical Psychologist, as well as in forensic personality disorder services, homelessness services, children's eating disorders and Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Amy's approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that people are doing their best in the context of their lives. She aims to create a safe, non-judgemental space in which clients feel heard, and to work together towards awareness and meaningful change.

Annette Robbins

Annette Robbins

COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPIST

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Annette Robbins

COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPIST

Annette Robbins has over 40 years of experience as a mental health nurse, having worked mainly in the community with a population of people with enduring mental health problems. Over the four decades in mental health, she has collaborated closely with Art Therapists and completed courses in Psychodrama, Group Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Transactional Analysis.

She has also trained in Structured Clinical Management and helped to establish a group for people with emotional difficulties such as dysregulation and impulsivity. Ms. Robbins qualified as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist in 2006 at the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre (OCTC) where she had the fortune to be tutored by world-renowned CBT experts. In 2012, she completed modules of the Advanced CT Masters level programme, again at the OCTC.

Since qualifying she has delivered CBT to people with a variety of presentations such as depression, anxiety (GAD, panic, OCD) and psychotic disorders. Ms. Robbins is currently working in CAMHS offering supervision to practitioners who deliver low-intensity CBT informed interventions to children in schools. She is passionate about using her skills to help others discover ways of managing their symptoms and to work towards recovery.

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Evin Abrishami

NURSE ASSOCIATE

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Evin Abrishami 

NURSE ASSOCIATE

A compassionate and dedicated Nurse Associate with over six years of experience in community nursing, I specialise in delivering high-quality care to patients facing a range of physical and mental health conditions. My journey began at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, where I started as a trainee nurse associate in the District Nursing Team, providing essential care to housebound patients. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in mental health and neurodiversity.

In my current role with the Community Adult Mental Health Team, I assess patients’ mental health needs, develop tailored care plans, and offer therapeutic support. Previously, I managed the physical health of patients with severe mental illness, focusing on early identification of health issues and promoting overall well-being. Recognised for my outstanding patient care, I have received praise from patients and colleagues alike for fostering a supportive environment.

I am committed to continuous learning and professional development, ensuring that I provide holistic and person-centred care. My goal is to empower patients and enhance their quality of life through compassionate nursing practice.

Nadine Bely-Summers

Nadine Bely-Summers

Specialist CBT Therapist 

(CBT and EMDR Therapist, PGDip Psychological Therapies, PGCert Couple Therapy, ADHD trained)

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Nadine Bely-Summers

Specialist CBT Therapist 

I am a BABCP accredited CBT and EMDR Specialist therapist. I have over twenty years’ experience working in the NHS in the early stages in Adult Mental Health, Crisis Teams, supporting people with complex mental health presentations. In 2013, I specialized as a CBT therapist and became BABCP accredited, providing evidence-based treatment for anxiety, depression, and trauma-related difficulties.I have continued to expand my qualifications through extensive advanced training, broadening the scope of my practice. More recently, I have completed specialist trauma training, achieved certification in EMDR, and undertaken focused training in ADHD. I also have close personal and professional experience of neurodiversity, with a strong understanding of the challenges it can bring in areas such as work, achievement, social relationships, and self-esteem.My therapeutic approach is grounded in compassion. I aim to empower clients to understand their difficulties, build effective coping strategies, and move toward their full potential for personal growth and development.

 

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