Dr. Olga Cook

Whether you're dealing with overwhelming worry, painful memories, persistent sadness, or that inner critic telling you you're not enough - these challenges can be worked through, and you can find relief. In my work, I aim to strike a balance between making you feel comfortable and heard, while also bringing your attention to patterns that may be repeating in your life and keeping you stuck. I’m equally happy to focus on present-day challenges or to explore past experiences that may be shaping how you feel and relate to others now. I believe that no human is an island — our identities and emotional worlds are shaped by those around us: partners, families, colleagues, and the wider society. In therapy, we can work together to understand how these relationships and roles influence you, and how to align them more closely with your values and sense of self. My approach is flexible and collaborative. I draw on a range of therapeutic tools and methods to suit your unique needs and preferences. Your mental health matters, and you deserve to live a life where you feel empowered, resilient, and able to pursue your goals. Starting therapy is often quite scary, but if you feel ready to take this step toward positive change, reach out today to schedule a free non-obligation meeting during which we'll get to know each other and explore how I can help.

2020-2024 - Following clinical placements as a part of Clinical Psychology training: -Changing Unwanted Behaviour Clinic (1 year placement): helping UCL students to change addictive behaviours,such as internet addiction, sexual behaviours and substance misuse -Specialist Older Adult Service (6 months): working with older people affected by aging related difficulties, such as memory problems or loss of independence -Children and Adolescent Service (6 months): supporting children and families with emotional and educational issues, including planning ADHD adjustments -Psycho-Oncology team (6 months): providing therapy to individuals and families affected by cancer - Community Mental Health Team (1 year): providing group, family and individual therapy to individuals with a wide range of mental health difficulties 2018-2020 - Forensic Psychology Department, Oxford Health 2014-2018 - Drug and Alcohol Services: helping individuals to overcome addiction issues.

2020-2025 The UCL Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) 2013-2014 Goldsmiths College, University of London, Foundations of Clinical Psychology and Mental Health Services (MSc) 2008-2011 The University of Sheffield, Psychology (BSc)