Delegates' Feedback:
Very positive energy, well presented. I really enjoyed it and learnt a lot which I hope to put into practice soon.
J.L., Clinical Psychologist
The way Paul delivers with knowledge, passion and humour is inspiring and certainly gets the message through.
J.C., Manchester
Excellent, thought provoking and knowledgeable presenter — would make me consider
other seminars from SDS.
E.K., Educational psychologist
Excellent, relaxed and informative. Was able to take away instant techniques to work
with clients. Another brilliant course from SDS delivered by a knowledgeable speaker.
Thank you.
S.C., Drugs Worker, Manchester
Most informative, understandable and stimulating. A very enjoyable training day.
C.F. , Counsellor, Glasgow
Really well delivered, trainer was very good, all relevant and useful information.
Liked the CD Rom idea.
M.M., Youth Officer, Belfast
Once again I enjoyed listening to Paul and I liked his practical approach.
C.S., Deputy Service Manager
Julia, the course speaker is very knowledgeable with a wealth to benefit from. I
am pleased that I attended this course. Can not wait for her food and mood course.
M.A., Dietician, London
I wanted to get in touch to say how much I valued and enjoyed the training day on PTSD delivered by Dr Kennedy in London last Monday. I felt hugely informed by the day, and a lot more confident about working with trauma and PTSD.
S.L., MBACP Accred, Dip Sup, UKRCP
Humanistic Counsellor & Clinical Supervisor
Fiona's course is perfect.
S.B., Psychologist
Best seminar I have ever been to! Excellent course!
A.P., OH Nurse, London
The balance of theory and practice was spot on. Paul is an inspirational speaker.
Thank you!
S.Y., Mental Health Worker, London
Really well delivered, trainer was very good. All relevant information and very usable.
Liked the CD Rom idea.
M.M., Youth Work Officer, Belfast
It is not often there is such an excellent blend of humour and learning.
P.G., Counsellor Belfast
Very funny interesting made the day interesting end enjoyable.
M.G., Addiction Nurse
Brill could pick out what I needed to help myself.
T.M., Drug Worker, London
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Paul Grantham is a clinical psychologist with vast clinical and training experience. With degrees from Oxford University and the University of Sussex, Paul trained as a Clinical Psychologist at Liverpool University. He has worked extensively within the NHS for many years as a clinical psychologist within a wide variety of services and headed one of the first UK research projects designed to help clients withdraw from benzodiapine addiction. He has subsequently worked in primary care, mental health, forensic, substance misuse and physical health as both a clinician and manager.
Fiona has a vast clinical experience in mental health (from anxiety through eating disorders and PTSD, to psychosis and personality disorders) and learning disability fields. Fiona’s main orientation for many years has been Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). She was a Board Member/Trustee for the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP). She has extensive experience of teaching and presenting, giving regular input to doctoral training programmes and teaching other professionals. 
Glen Macklin is an Honorary Lecturer at Birmingham University, an Accredited CBT therapist and a Consultant to Birmingham Youth Offending Services. His active and extensive involvement with IAPT supervision across the UK gives him a unique insight into the practicalities of applying CBT within managed services.With over thirteen years in a forensic settings looking after and treating adolescent offenders, he also has extensive practical experience of working with challenging young people and the application of CBT to this client group. 
Tom is a Locum Consultant Psychiatrist at South London & Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. He trained and worked at the Centre for Anxiety Disorder and Trauma, Maudsley Hospital and in the Cognitive Therapies Division of City & Hackney’s Psychotherapy Department. He has extensive experience of working with a range of different client groups including adult mental health, older people, substance misusers, children and families. He trained in CBT at Kings College, London, and is an Accredited CBT Therapist. 
As a recent Programme Director of the CBT High Intensity course at Christ Church University, Julia has unparalleled knowledge and experience of CBT training, supervision and practice across a wide range of mental health conditions. She has particular knowledge of the CBT Accreditation process in the UK and has the experience of facilitating numerous students through the KSA route as well. Her current research interests focus on emotional well-being in the workplace and factors influencing return and retention at work along with the issue of workplace bullying. 
Julia is a qualified medical doctor with extensive clinical, managerial and university teaching experience. She worked for a number of years overseas, in the NHS and privately. At present she trains within the NHS, Social Services & the Independent Sector. A qualified gastroenterologist, Julia has written extensively in the field. Her current interests lie in evidence based improvements to health and quality of life through psychological & behavioural change. 
Colin is an experienced clinical psychologist and coach. He has been in private practice for the past 12 years, nine of these full-time, and he has built up a thriving practice working with a wide range of clients. He has run workshops on Starting Out in Private Practice since 2008 and in 2012 launched his on-line coaching programme, “First Steps to Your Own Private Practice” to support talking professionals create their independent practices.
Savina is a researcher with The Skills Development Service Ltd. A clinical psychologist and CBT therapist based in Perth (Scotland), she trained at the University of Athens and the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. She is also experienced in ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis) and Experimental Behavioural Analysis for children with autism and learning disabilities. Her research interests currently include bullying (including cyber bullying) as well as social statements and representations. She presented her research findings at a number of international conferences.
