Dr Ashley-John Brewer

Ashley is a chartered Clinical Psychologist. He completed his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College London and is currently based at a national specialist obsessive-compulsive and related disorders service, where he primarily works with young people and adults suffering from severe Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Ashley has also worked psychologically in the NHS and private sector with a range of problems and client groups. Prior to becoming a Clinical Psychologist, he completed a PhD in the area of Alcohol Dependence at the National Addiction Centre at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King’s College London.

Ashley specialises in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive and related disorders using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and delivers his treatment in a flexible and collaborative way. He often draws upon other models of psychological therapy (e.g., Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to ensure that treatment is best suited to the individual needs and characteristics of his clients. He is guided by the evidence base regarding what works in therapy and committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in clinical psychology, particularly in his areas of expertise.