Dr Jenny Draisey
Clinical Psychologist
Contact Details
Books & White Papers
I have contributed to two journal articles about childhood anxiety:
- ‘Associations between family factors, childhood adversity, negative life events and child
anxiety disorders: An exploratory study of diagnostic specificity.’ Read here - ‘Symptoms of social anxiety, depression and stress in parents of children with a social
anxiety disorder.’ Read here
Associations & Memberships
I am a chartered member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (Membership
Number PYL33326) and the British Psychological Society (BPS) (Membership Number
449663).
About Me
I’m Dr Jenny Draisey, a Clinical Psychologist based in Guildford, Surrey. I specialise in
supporting children who experience anxiety — whether that’s worries about school, friendships,
separation or perfectionism.
Many of the families I meet describe feeling stuck — their child has many wonderful qualities,
but their worries and anxiety are taking over daily life. We often find that factors such as early
experience or neurodiversity play a large part in a child’s anxiety about the world. Together, we
work to understand what is keeping your child’s anxiety going and help your child, and you,
learn tools to manage it more confidently.
What I Offer
Anxiety can affect the whole family, so my approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. I take
time to understand not only your child’s thoughts and feelings but also their environment —
including their home, school, friendships, and routines.
I use evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused
Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I also draw from characteristics of
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Systemic
Therapy. This just means that I tailor the work to the needs of each family, and work step by
step to reduce avoidance, build resilience, and help your child face their fears in manageable
ways.
For parents, I offer practical guidance to help you respond to anxiety effectively. My aim is that
you leave sessions with confidence and clear strategies to support your child at home.
Services:
Individual therapy for primary and early secondary aged children experiencing anxiety,
OCD, sleep, or emotional regulation difficulties, or difficulties related to neurodiversity
Parent support and coaching, helping parents understand and respond to anxiety
more effectively
Family sessions to strengthen communication and consistency at home
Workshops for parents and schools focused on managing anxiety in children.
Lunch and Learns for corporate settings, helping working parents to support and
manage their child’s anxiety at home, so that their working life remains productive!
Qualifications
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London, and
hold both a Masters and PhD from the University of Reading, where my research focused on
the development and maintenance of anxiety in children.
Alongside my private work, I have experience in NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Services (CAMHS) and specialist education settings.
Fees
- Initial Assessment (80 mins): £175
- Therapy Sessions (50 mins): £130
- Family Consultations (60 mins): £150
- Parent Support Package (90 mins + written recommendations): £275
- Parent Support Follow-Up (50 mins): £130
- Clinical Supervision: £120
- Workshops and Lunch and Learns: Prices available on request
- Written Reports: available on request.
- Payment is by bank transfer prior to sessions.
- I offer appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Wellshare Consulting Rooms, Guildford and also offer online sessions where appropriate.