About me
Dr Jenny Paton, DocClinPsy, MSc, BSc (hons).
CONSULTANT CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
I'm an experienced, accredited and registered Mental Health Service Provider based in Jesmond, Newcastle, offering services both in person and online.
With over 20 years of specialised clinical psychology experience, I provide comprehensive assessment, formulation, and therapeutic interventions to help individuals facing mental health challenges. During my time as a Consultant Psychologist within the NHS, I established and led a specialist Clinical Psychology Service at the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle. I am also the founder and lead practitioner at Clinical Psychology Newcastle.
I began my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DocCinPsy) in 2001, successfully completing it in 2004. Prior to this, I obtained my first degree in Psychology (BSc Hons) in 1995 and pursued a career in academic research within the field of psychological intervention, including earning an MSc in research and statistics.
I am registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC PYL24977) and strictly adhere to their professional standards, code of conduct, confidentiality and ethics.
My therapeutic approach integrates a range of evidence based therapies. I am an accredited CAT practitioner and registered with the Association of Cognitive Analytic Therapists (ACAT), I am also a trained EMDR practitioner and registered with EMDR UK. I have also undertaken accredited training in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) as well as Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness (MBSR accredited).
I am dedicated to regularly updating my skills through supervision, training and continued professional development throughout the year to ensure the highest quality of care.
For your convenience, I am registered with most insurance companies.