Safe Space Psychology is based in Newcastle upon Tyne and provides high quality evidence-based psychological therapy for individuals and families.

The practice is run by myself, Dr Stephanie Kelly, a HCPC registered clinical psychologist (PYL37538), with more than 10 years’ experience working within NHS services. Over the years I have worked in a wide variety of settings including acute and secure hospitals, in community mental health services as well as in custodial settings with experience supporting adults, children, adolescents and families experiencing a range of difficulties relating to their emotional and relational wellbeing.  However my particular interest lies in supporting individuals to develop an understanding of the impact that their experiences may have had upon their sense of self, identity, self esteem and relationships. 

My experience includes working with individuals with a wide range of difficulties including difficulties in managing mood and emotions, relationships and unusual experiences.  However, within this, I aim to work with clients to understand their strengths and difficulties outside of diagnosis and to draw on their strengths to develop ways forward. Working with male, female and non-binary clients, my aim is to personalise all therapeutic approaches to each individual client's specific needs. 

I have a proven track record in achieving positive outcomes for individuals who suffer a range of different difficulties across the lifespan, with a particular specialism working to support clients in managing the impact of developmental and relational trauma, as well as complex PTSD. I am a DBT therapist, SCM practitioner, EMDR clinician and have foundation accreditation in Systemic and Family Practice and level two training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy. Within my work I often draw upon aspects of Cognitive Behavioural, Compassion Focused and Mentalisation Based Approaches. I aim to work in an integrative manner drawing on multiple models to meet your individual and specific needs. 

I am committed to ongoing professional development regularly attending training and conferences, contributing to as well as keeping abreast of developments in research and practice. In line with the guidance of the British Psychological Society and the Health Care Professional Council I engage in regular supervision to ensure a high level of governance on the interventions you receive. 

Safe Space Psychology offers both face to face and online consultations, which can include comprehensive psychological assessment, developing a shared understanding of your needs, developing a treatment plan together and working towards reaching your own specific goals. 

Other professional services offered include training, clinical supervision and consultancy for individuals and wider organisations. I have additional qualifications in transformational leadership and recognise the challenges organisations encounter during periods of change. 

As a clinical psychologist, I have helped many individuals, groups nd families work toward a life worth living. 

If you are looking for a psychologist for remote or face to face consultation within the Newcastle area, please contact me for an informal no obligation discussion. I aim to respond to new enquiries within a week to organise initial consultation.