Dr Ruth Young

Qualifications

 
MA (Hons), DClinPsy.
 

Bio

 
Dr. Ruth Young is an Associate Clinical Psychologist at The Dawn Practice and is HCPC registered. Alongside private practice, Ruth has extensive experience working in the NHS, qualifying as a Clinical Psychologist in 2013 and now working as a Consultant.

Ruth provides assessment, formulation and therapy for adults who are experiencing a range of psychological difficulties including the impact of trauma, anxiety, OCD, panic, and low mood or depression. Ruth is a highly compassionate and collaborative clinician who draws from a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT-approaches and Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT).

Ruth has additional experience in the area of neurodivergence, always using a neuro-affirmative, person-centred approach and frequently adapting therapeutic approaches to better fit the person in therapy. In addition to therapeutic work, Ruth is skilled in diagnostic assessment for autism.

Training & Registration

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, University of Glasgow
• MA (Hons) Psychology, University of Dundee
• Registered with the HCPC (30298) | BPS (283162), ACP (2085)