Jim Malone

Welcome. You may have been carrying more than usual lately — pushing through anxiety, low mood or self-criticism — and beginning to feel tired of coping alone. When thoughts feel relentless or relationships are strained, it can become difficult to find steadiness. Therapy offers a space to pause, make sense of what’s happening, and begin moving forward with greater clarity and care.

You might arrive with a specific difficulty in mind, or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right. In our early sessions, we take time to explore what you’ve been experiencing, how certain patterns may be maintained, and where they may have developed from. From there, we create a shared understanding and a clear, manageable plan for change.

My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is offered collaboratively and thoughtfully. I also draw from psychodynamic and schema approaches where helpful. Alongside practical tools for managing anxiety, low mood and emotional difficulties, I place strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship. I aim to offer a space that feels calm, respectful and free from judgement.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin. Starting therapy can feel daunting, and we can move at a pace that feels steady and manageable. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to start, we can work together to help you feel more grounded, more confident, and better able to move forward with self-compassion.

Areas I work with

You may not yet have a clear sense of what you would like to focus on, and that’s absolutely fine. We can spend time exploring and making sense of what’s happening for you. Some of the areas I work with include:

• Anxiety and stress
• Panic attacks
• Social anxiety
• Depression
• Low self-esteem
• Burnout
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Health anxiety
• Trauma and PTSD
• Abuse (sexual and physical)
• Suicidal ideation and self-harm
• Substance misuse
• Sleep difficulties
• Life changes and transitions
• Loss and bereavement
• Relationship difficulties (partners, family, friendships, colleagues)
• Coping skills

Qualifications and Training

I hold an MSc in Psychology from the University of Greenwich and a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from Royal Holloway, University of London. I am an accredited member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and adhere to their ethical and professional guidelines.

I have over 6 years of experience working in NHS Talking Therapies, delivering evidence-based treatment to people from diverse backgrounds and circumstances. I have a particular passion working with those who may feel hesitant about starting therapy, as well as individuals who use substances or engage in other harmful behaviours to cope with difficult emotions.