Annabel Thomson

Compassionate and goal-oriented aspiring Psychologist with a strong academic foundation and diverse hands-on experience supporting children and adults with mental health, neurodevelopmental and learning difficulties. Currently working with adults on an acute inpatient ward, providing evidence-based psychological interventions under supervision, with a clear commitment to reflective practise and continuous learning. Seeking opportunities to further develop my competencies and research portfolio in preparation for the doctorate.

Assistant Psychologist - Cygnet Healthcare

(2026-04)

• Working in a male acute inpatient ward, conducting initial assessments and psychometric measures.
• Delivering individual and group therapeutic interventions.
• Completing psychological formulations, risk assessments and care plans.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team discussions to support patient care and recovery.

Research Assistant - The University of Edinburgh

(2025-08 - 2026-02)

• Conducted two pieces of research exploring parents' experiences of feeding their autistic child with selective eating.
• Supported literature review and qualitative research projects, assisting with study design, ethics application, participant recruitment and interviews.
• Conducted data analysis as well as semi-structured interviews with parents of autistic children.
• Contributed to writing and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals.

Assistant Psychologist - EdPsychs

(2024-08 - 2025-08)

• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions to children aged 11-16 (CBT-informed, SEMH-focused)
• Conduct and interpret standardised psychological assessments and psychometrics (e.g., WISC, SDQ)
• Collaborate in MDT settings with clinical and educational psychologists, SENDCOs, SALTs, psychotherapists, social workers, and families.
• Formulation and report writing under supervision.
• Research and dissemination of research around supporting neurodiversity in children.

Blog writer and Assistant Practitioner - The Key Clinic

(2023-08 - 2024-08)

• Researched and authored psychoeducational articles for families and professionals.
• Shadowed and assisted Neurodevelopmental and Auditory Practitioner's during treatments with children.
• Translated clinical research into accessible content.

Student Ambassador - Royal Holloway University

(2020-08 - 2023-08)

• Represented university at outreach and open-day events.

Psychiatric Work Experience - Stoke Mandeville Hospital

(2018-09 - 2018-09)

• Worked alongside an MDT in the psychiatric ward of Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

Teaching Assistant (Work Experience) - Butler's Court Primary School

(2018-05 - 2018-05)

• Supported neurodiverse students with their learning.
• Enhanced behavioural support and engagement through 1:1 intervention.

MSc - Psychology of Mental Health (Conversion) - The University of Edinburgh (2023-09 - 2024-08)

BA - English with an International Year - Royal Holloway University of London (2019-09 - 2023-07)

International Year - English - The University of Florida, USA (2021-08 - 2022-05)

A-levels - English, History and Psychology - Beaconsfield High School for Girls (2012-09 - 2019-07)