Ellie Cook

'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.' - Maya Angelou

Ellie’s area of niche is working with adolescents and adults throughout the life span. With experience working in hospital research, community health, forensic psychology, vulnerable groups, perpetrators and victims of crime, equips Ellie with the ability to navigate complex sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.

Ellie takes a client-centred approach, ensuring that her interventions and strategies are tailored to meet the unique needs and goals of each individual. Drawing from evidence-based therapies, Ellie incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness in her practice.

Ellie has experience in conducting semi-structured interviews, cognitive and mental health assessments, as well as writing reports. She is proficient in conducting formulation, diagnosis, risk assessment, providing comprehensive support and expert assessments to assist in the legal process, VOCAT (Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal) reports.

Passionate about working with adolescents and young adults, Ellie has witnessed the transformative power of therapy in their lives. She emphasises the importance of involving families in the therapeutic process to promote positive change and provide holistic support.