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Dr Rían Howard (Adult & Child Psychologist for York Therapy Clinic)
Qualifications & Training
- Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (York St. John University, 2023)
- BSc (Hons) Psychology, 2:1 (York St. John University, 2016)
About Dr Rían Howard (Adult & Child Psychologist)
Dr Rían Howard is one of our experienced psychologists at York Therapy Clinic, providing tailored support for adults, adolescents, and children facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
With a focus on client focused therapy, Rían helps people overcome their difficulties with problems such as anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, trauma, relationship struggles, low self-esteem.
Rían is also skilled in working with attachment difficulties, psychosis, and personality disorders.
His integrative approach draws from multiple evidence-based therapy approaches, ensuring each client receives a personalised and effective treatment plan to support their mental well-being.
Adult & Child Psychologist York
Rían offers a range of psychological therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), humanistic client-centred therapies, and psychodynamic therapy.
His ability to adapt his approach allows him to effectively support both adults and young people in overcoming their unique challenges.
His experience includes working with clients diagnosed with schizophrenia, supporting their mental health through both one-to-one and group interventions. He has also worked within the NHS Access Team, delivering brief interventions for anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation difficulties.
Additionally, Rían has worked extensively with individuals and families affected by physical illness, particularly Cavernoma (a malformation of blood vessels in the brain or spinal cord), helping them adjust to life post-diagnosis using ACT and DBT-based interventions.
By offering a compassionate and structured therapeutic space, Rían can help you work through your difficulties, build resilience, and improve the way you feel.
Experienced Counselling Psychologist
Rían holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from York St John University and has over 10 years of experience supporting individuals across various clinical settings.
His work within multi-disciplinary teams has involved addressing a wide range of mental health concerns, from trauma and self-harm to voice-hearing experiences and social connection challenges.
His expertise in working with both adults and young people means he is well-equipped to support clients in understanding and managing their emotions, fostering self-awareness, and developing healthy coping mechanisms.
Personal Journey to Psychology
Rían’s passion for psychology and mental health stems from a deep desire to support others in overcoming challenges and achieving personal growth.
His own experience in therapy, particularly through art and drama therapy, provided him with a profound understanding of self-exploration and the transformative power of psychological support.
This personal journey motivated him to train as a practitioner psychologist, equipping him with the skills to deliver well-rounded and tailored therapeutic interventions. He is committed to ensuring that every individual he works with feels safe, heard, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
Registered with Professional Bodies
Dr Rían Howard is a registered member of The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Rían offers face-to-face counselling in York, as well as telephone and online counselling using Skype, Facetime, Zoom & WhatsApp Video.
If you wish to discuss working with Rían or any of our therapists, psychologists or counsellors in York, contact us using the form below, or call us on 07788 129245.
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