Accredited Psychotherapist and EMDR practitioner

I am Beth McCay, As a BACP-accredited Psychotherapist and an Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Practitioner, I have worked across various settings, including independent healthcare, the NHS, and educational institutions.

I have extensive experience in acute mental health settings, supporting adults with complex and enduring psychological challenges such as self-harm and personality disorders. In addition, I work with individuals experiencing general mental health difficulties, including anxiety and depression.

My work has also involved supporting young people and families within the adoption and foster care system. I am particularly proud to have developed and led a school-based counselling service, providing vital mental health support to students. Prior to this, I worked within the community, offering drug and alcohol counselling to those in need.

I have a strong professional interest in developmental trauma and dissociation, including Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).

I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship is key to helping clients achieve their goals. My approach is client-centred and tailored to individual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. I also integrate creative approaches into therapy and, where appropriate, offer a “walk and talk” option for clients who find it beneficial.

I am also  the Clinical Lead for Serendipity Psychology Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire branch, where I oversee a team of highly experienced therapists providing high-quality therapy services to the Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire community.

Qualifications

• 2023 – Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). Parts 1,2&3 -Richman EMDR Training
• 2020 – Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling – CPCAB
• 2017 – Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Counselling – CPCAB
• 2014 – Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies – CPCAB
• 2008 – BSc Psychology and Forensic Investigation – University of Canterbury

Therapeutic Approaches

• Person Centred Therapy (PCT)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behaviour-informed Therapy (DBT)
• Psychodynamic Therapy
• Transactional Analysis (TA)
• Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

Professional Registration

• British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy, MBACP 374018
• Member of EMDR UK Association 

Specialisms

• Complex trauma/ PTSD 
• Personality Disorders 
• Attachment difficulties