"The treatment was spot on and helped me develop new skills and attitudes to deal with my mental health issues. I feel much more at ease now and confident that I can overcome the challenges that life throws at me." John (pseudonym)
"I found Rich to be an outstanding psychologist. His empathy and knowledge of the human psyche was evident throughout. Together we were able to get to the heart of my issues in a supportive and safe environment. Our sessions really helped me develop mechanisms I could implement when I needed to. I'm deeply grateful to Rich for his support and thoroughly recommend him." Alex (pseudonym)
When I first came to Dr Jenkinson, I was in an incredibly difficult set of circumstances and I was struggling to cope with them. He showed me how compassion can be a light in the dark, and led me to discover principles that will guide me for the rest of my life". Bruce (pseudonym)
Rich has been brilliant. Compassionate and caring but also tough when needed. I got value out of every session. I enjoyed the mix between relating the physical symptoms to my thoughts. He got me to think about so many things in a different way and really took the time to understand what I was going through. I felt safe and comfortable and never judged which made the process so much easier. I have come such a long way since I first started and Rich has been there every step of the way. I cannot thank him enough for his professionalism and support.
From the outset Dr Jenkinson made me feel at ease in our therapy sessions. His manner is very gentle, patient and respectful. I always felt he was genuinely interested in me as a person not a patient. The sessions were challenging at times but he was so observant of what I needed, and he guided me through all the tough bits even when I was emotionally charged. Every session ended better than when I first entered. He generously provided feedback, articles, diagrams, equipment and all manner of things I hadn’t expected to support my learning and recovery, and he remembered things I had said at much earlier sessions so we could re-explore those feelings and mark progress. I felt the sessions didn’t stop for either of us when I left the room, he genuinely really cares. We’ve had some fascinating conversations and I have learned so much about myself, my triggers and how to show myself compassion, reduce the expectations I’ve always put on myself and to recognise, acknowledge and validate, not suppress, my inner feelings . Put myself first more often. I still have to constantly practice these behaviours every day but I feel confident now that I would be able to manage future challenges with so much more resilience and with a lot more mindfulness. I’d recommend Dr Jenkinson to anyone who felt they needed any kind of mental health support.
Richard has helped me tremendously and I am so grateful for all of his help over the last few years. He is a great listener, is so supportive, pushes you in the best way and overall is just a very good person. Can’t imagine anyone being better to help! Thank you for everything, Rich.
Clinical Psychology in York
Ready for a Fresh Start?
After years of working in the NHS, Dr Richard Jenkinson launched Verdure Psychology in 2023. The aim is to deliver compassionate & effective psychological therapy to help adults & young people feel better & reach their goals.
We have immediate availability for clients wishing to access face to face therapy in York, UK, and we have an online service that we offer to clients nationwide. We’re registered with a number of insurance companies (including AXA, Aviva, BUPA, Vitality Health and WPA).
LATEST NEWS: Dr Zeina Bushnaq, Counselling Psychologist, has recently joined our team and she is available to provide therapy appointments in York (and nationwide via an online service).
Verdure (noun)
| \ *ver·dure The greenness of lush, healthy vegetation, often associated with freshness and vitality.
Psychology (noun)
| \ *psy·chol·o·gy The scientific study of the human mind and its functions, particularly those affecting behaviour & wellbeing.
HCPC Registered
Dr Jenkinson is an accredited Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (the regulatory body for Clinical Psychologists).
Online Assessment & Therapy
Access a Clinical Psychologist wherever in the UK you are. We offer support for a wide range of difficulties, including low mood/depression, interpersonal issues, confidence, anxiety (including obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety & social anxiety), body image concern, stress, perfectionism, self-esteem, eating difficulties, performance under pressure, self-criticism, shame, emotional dysregulation & more.
Multi-Modal Therapy
Verdure Psychology offers a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), systemic approaches, integrative therapy (combining more than one approach) & more.
Compassion Guaranteed
At Verdure we treat everyone with the upmost respect and endeavour to never judge or criticise.
We're mindful of pacing and always deliver therapy with kindness, collaboration, sensitivity, empathy & understanding.
Welcome Zeina!
We are delighted to announce Verdure Psychology has a new associate, Dr Zeina Bushnaq. Zeina is a Counselling Psychologist and she is able to offer appointments to clients in York (and throughout the UK via a secure video-link).
You can find out more about Zeina and contact her here.
Zeina offers therapeutic support to people dealing with anxiety, low mood, stress, bereavement, and significant life changes, as well as those managing the emotional challenges that come with long-term physical health conditions. She is also experienced in working with clients who are reflecting on aspects of their identity, including how culture, heritage and intersecting experiences shape their mental wellbeing. Zeina supports a broad spectrum of difficulties and uses a flexible, integrative style, adapting her approach to suit each person’s circumstances and personal story.
Welcome Lorna!
We are delighted to announce Verdure Psychology has a new associate, Lorna Hunter. Lorna is an experienced Family Psychotherapist and she is able to offer appointments to clients in York (and throughout the UK via a secure video-link).
You can find out more about Lorna and contact her here.
Treatments Lorna offers:
- Systemic Family and Couples Psychotherapy
- Systemic Psychotherapy
- EMDR
- Family and Systemic Psychotherapy
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Clinical Psychology Services in York - Mental Health Therapy you can rely on
It can be stressful trying to find a reputable therapist to provide therapy in the UK. Part of the issue is that anybody can call themselves a “Therapist”, “Counsellor”, “Psychologist”, or “Coach” because these are not protected titles under UK law and so these titles can be used without the individual being required to register with an associated regulatory body that maintains oversight of these practitioners.
Therefore many of the therapists who advertise online are not associated with a professional organisation that has the power to hold them to account and ensure vulnerable patients are kept from harm.
Unfortunately, a proportion of the people claiming to have expertise in treating mental health are unregulated, unqualified and inexperienced.
“Clinical Psychologist” is a protected title, regulated by the HCPC (the governing body of the profession). Individuals using this title must be registered with the HCPC and, to be accredited, they must have undergone extensive training (from recognised institutions) and have had substantial and diverse clinical experience. They then need to abide by the HCPC Standards of Performance, Ethics and Conduct:
1. Promote and protect the interests of service users and carers
2. Communicate appropriately and effectively
3. Work within the limits of one’s knowledge and skills
4. Delegate appropriately
5. Respect confidentiality
6. Manage risk
7. Report concerns about safety
8. Be open when things go wrong
9. Be honest and trustworthy
10. Keep records of one’s work
You can check the accreditation of Dr Jenkinson here
Clinical psychologists are required to register with the professional regulatory body (HCPC) upon completion of the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy).
Competition for places on the doctorate is highly competitive and typically requires years of clinical experience and academic success before applying. Only a small proportion of applicants are successful each year. Therefore, when you work with a Clinical Psychologist from Verdure Psychology, you can be reassured that you will be working with a professional with high-level skills that have been homed through years of clinical practice. Clinical Psychologists have vast experience of assessing and treating people of different backgrounds. They are experienced in working with people with a broad range of presenting issues across varied clinical settings (such as community clinics, hospitals, inpatients units and outreach services). As therapists, clinical psychologists are trained in multiple different approaches & evidence-based interventions. This means they can suggest the treatment most suited to the individual (as opposed to the one-size-fits-all approach offered by therapists who are only trained in one model). Clinical Psychologists can also combine approaches: integrating the most helpful aspects of different models to develop a bespoke treatment plan that works for the person.
Online Therapy UK
There are many benefits of finding a therapist who is a clinical psychologist. However, there are also many fantastic therapists of different professional backgrounds. The key take home point is accreditation and so, whoever you find to work with, we strongly recommend you confirm they are registered with the appropriate professional body to maximise your chances of receiving safe and effective online therapy. More information on the different regulatory bodies can be found on this external website: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/accreditation.html#registrationaccreditation
All our therapists provide the option of sessions conducted via secure video-link. This means we are able to offer therapy virtually throughout the United Kingdom.
York Clinical Psychologist
Verdure Psychology is also able to offer face to face work in York, UK. We can help individuals aged 16 + overcome a variety of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, depression and binge eating disorder. It’s not uncommon for clients to have gender preferences. Rich has worked for years as a male therapist in an eating disorder clinic and is used to clients occasionally expressing uncertainty about working with a man. Rich’s feels strongly that the person needs to feel safe and comfortable for the therapy to be effective. Therefore, he fully respects the decisions of clients, and he would never encourage anyone to work with him who didn’t want to work with a male. However, he has also had countless examples of people who seemed somewhat unsure at first but decided to give it a go anyway and they ended up forming incredible therapeutic relationships based on mutual-respect, trust and equality. That’s why we offer a free 15 minute video consultation – people who aren’t sure whether they’ll work well with Rich can find out by meeting him (free of charge)!
We specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We prioritise consent, confidentiality, and safety in our approach, providing a secure and judgement-free space for individuals to explore their mental health. We work with both adults and young people (16+), tailoring our approach to suit each individual’s unique needs. If you’re looking for mental health therapy in York (e.g. support with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, confidence issues, eating difficulties, trauma and more), you’ve come to the right place.