Credentials

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Exeter and I’m fully accredited as a Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC; registration number: PYL044817). My training encompasses a broad range of evidence-based therapeutic models, and I have experience working with individuals across the lifespan, supporting people with diverse presentations and complex needs. I also hold a First Class Honours degree in Psychology with Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent.

As part of my doctoral training, I completed foundation-level training in both Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and Systemic Family Therapy. Alongside my private practice, I have eight years of experience within the NHS, half of which was in mental health research.

I adhere to the British Psychological Society’s Code of Ethics and Conduct, maintain professional indemnity insurance, and hold a valid enhanced DBS clearance. Additionally, I am recognised by WPA, AXA, Vitality, and Aviva health insurance providers.

Publications:

• Doctoral thesis: Mbanu, J., Smart, C., Moberly, N. (2024). A Picture of Wellness: Comparing the Effects of Mindful Photography in Nature to Guided Meditation in Nature on Psychological Wellbeing – A Mixed Methods Study. https://ore.exeter.ac.uk/repository/handle/10871/137056

• Xanthopoulou, P. D., Mbanu, J., Chevalier, A., Webber, M., & Giacco, D. (2022). Social isolation and psychosis: perspectives from people with psychosis, family caregivers and mental health professionals. Community Mental Health Journal, 58(7), 1338–1345. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10597-022-00941-x

• Mbanu, J. (2020). Understanding how patients with psychosis would prefer to be contacted about research. Psychosis, 13, 1–7. https://doi.org/10.1080/17522439.2020.1798490