Meet The Director
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Dr Anna Chiara Sicilia (BSc, MSc, DClinPsy)
Director Psychology Brighton LTD
BPS Chartered Psychologist
Welcome to Psychology Brighton. I am Anna, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and Consultant for the TV, Media and Radio. I have worked in the NHS in mental health services since 2014, specialising in supporting working age adults presenting with a range of difficulties. Alongside my independent practice and Media consulting, I am privileged to be a trainer for the next generation of Clinical Psychologists at one of the most established Clinical Psychology training programmes in the UK.  I specialise in supporting people from the LGBTQI+ community and creative professionals. As a person from the LGBTQI+ community, with a background of having grown up in the fashion world in Italy, I have an ability to create a non-judgmental space where safe exploration of different aspects of your identity is encouraged. ​​ With my clinical training and lived experience, I understand that life does not always go to plan and sometimes we can all find ourselves in a situation where we may need support. I have specialist training in trauma-focused and trauma-informed therapy. I practice using an integrative approach, drawing from a range of therapeutic skills and concepts to be able to be responsive to your unique life circumstances and work towards goals that are meaningful to you.
Qualifications & Training
BSc Psychology MSc Early Interventions in Psychosis Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Chartered Clinical Psychologist EuroPsy Psychologist Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) EMDR and Psychosis Working effectively with Trauma and PTSD Introduction to Cognitive Analytic Therapy BPS Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS) BPS Approved Training - Duty of Care and Media in collaboration with ITV and the BBC Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT)
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Associates
If you are interested in joining the Psychology Brighton team as an associate, please contact us with a copy of your CV at info@psychologybrighton.com, to set up an initial interview with our director.
Dr Luke Tarmey (BSc, DClinPsy)
Associate Practitioner Psychology Brighton LTD
Clinical Psychologist
Hello, I’m Luke, a Clinical Psychologist with experience across a range of NHS and private healthcare settings, working with both adults and children. I often support people who feel ‘different’ or struggle with anxiety, helping them cultivate deeper self-acceptance and authenticity. Whatever challenges you face, my aim is to support you to break free from limiting patterns, become a better friend to yourself, and ultimately, build a life guided by your values rather than your fears. My areas of expertise include anxiety, worry, and self-doubt; identity, and self-esteem issues; OCD; post-diagnostic support for ADHD & Autism; living well with long-term health conditions; mood-related difficulties. I also support adolescents and young adults navigating major life transitions, helping them develop resilience and a clearer sense of direction. I work in an integrative way, drawing on a range of approaches from the latest psychological research along with time-honoured contemplative practices. At the heart of it is a simple belief: you are not broken, and your struggles do not define you. If you're ready to explore a new way forward, I’d love to support you on that journey.
Qualifications & Training
CertHe Philosophy BSc Psychology Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) HCPC-Registered Clinical Psychologist Foundational Level in Systemic Family Therapy Behavioural Family Therapy (BFT) Cognitive Assessments & Psychological Formulation Evidence-Based Approaches for Anxiety and Mood Related Difficulties Mindfulness and Acceptance for Self-Esteem
Dr Jenny Manfrinati (BA, MSc, DClinPsy)
Associate Practitioner Psychology Brighton LTD
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Jenny’s approach is person-centred, and her modality is integrative, which allows her to work cross-modalities with adults and couples utilising skills from Psychodynamic, Trauma informed, sensorimotor psychotherapy, DBT, CBT, ACT, CAT, Integrative and EMDR. She also delivers psycho-educational interventions. Her specialisms are complex trauma, gender identity, LGBTQI+ Affirmative Therapy, and neurodiversity. Throughout her career, Jenny has worked in primary, secondary and tertiary care systems, higher education and charities. Her experience includes work in Italy, USA and the UK. Dr Jenny is passionate about working with complex presentations and challenging couple and family dynamics. She works closely with clients to provide tailored interventions to help them overcome their difficulties and meet their goals. Dr Jenny offers a wide range of interventions, from psychoeducation to therapy, including clinical supervision and organisational trainings.
Qualifications & Training
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Italy) BA in Assessment of Personality and Interpersonal Relationships BA (Hons) in Psychology Masters in Higher Education and Business Psychology