About
Dr Compton-Smith Clinical Psychology was founded in 2022 by Dr Emily Compton-Smith. We offer specialised assessments and psychological therapy to help support you and/or your family.
Meet our team
Our team brings a variety of experience but we all share the same compassionate, understanding approach. We're committed to providing you with thoughtful, individualised care that meets your needs.
Dr Emily Compton-Smith
Founder & Clinical Psychologist
Emily is a qualified, HCPC-registered clinical psychologist. She has worked in the NHS since 2014 and continues to do so alongside her private practice. Emily is experienced in working with both adults and children with a variety of difficulties, offering specialised assessments, consultation and therapeutic interventions.
Emily has several years of experience in assessing and diagnosing ADHD and Autism, as well as supporting people with a neurodevelopmental diagnosis in therapy to address any difficulties they might be experiencing. She has previously worked in an adult neurodevelopmental service within the NHS and currently holds an NHS post within a child and adolescent neurodevelopmental pathway.
Emily's approach to her work prioritises the therapeutic relationship and she is extremely passionate in helping people to make sense of themselves.
Emily offers ADHD and Autism assessments.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology - Aston University, 2013-2016
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) - University of Leicester, 2018-2021
- UKAAN Diagnosis and Assessment of Adults with ADHD training - 2021
- UKAAN Psychosocial Support and Skills Training for Adults with ADHD - 2021
- Administration and Coding for the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R, Hogrefe, 2022)
Dr Charlie Kelland
Clinical Psychologist
Charlie is a qualified, HCPC registered clinical psychologist. She has worked in the NHS since 2015 and continues to do so, currently working in a perinatal mental health team. Charlie is experienced in working with both adults and children presenting with a variety of mental health and other difficulties. She is passionate about supporting individuals through difficult life experiences and helping to improve their emotional well-being and overall quality of life.
Charlie has years of experience in assessing and treating common mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, adjustment disorder, eating disorders, and relational difficulties. She is trained to use a wide range of psychological models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and trauma-focused therapies. Charlie uses a systemic approach to therapy, considering the impact of family, community, and societal influences on an individual's mental health.
At Dr Compton-Smith Clinical Psychology, Charlie offers psychological therapy to adults and children.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Psychology and Sociology - Sheffield Hallam University, 2009-2012
- MSc Developmental Disorders and Clinical Practice - University of York, 2014-2015
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) - University of Birmingham, 2020-2023
- EMDR Therapy - Richman EMDR training LTD, 2024