Robyn Feldman

Dedicated and compassionate CBT Therapist with experience across various mental health services including IAPT. Proven track record in delivering individualised interventions, clinical risk management, and service development. My research background supports a strong interest in research and evidence-based practice to inform formulation and guide intervention. Committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care through comprehensive case formulation and outcome-focused clinical practice.

Trainee High-Intensity (CBT) Therapist - Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust – Greenwich Time to Talk

(2025-10)

• Undertaking specialist training in High Intensity CBT, developing competence in delivering evidence-based interventions for adults experiencing common mental health difficulties.
• Integrating theoretical learning and clinical skills teaching with supervised clinical practice.
• Completing academic assignments, including clinical case reports and reflective practice work.
• Completing risk assessments and contributing to risk management plans, working within clinical governance and safeguarding procedures.
• Attend regular clinical supervision, training and reflective practice sessions to develop safe therapeutic practice.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and liaising with multidisciplinary teams to support effective care.

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Lewisham Talking therapies

(2025-05 - 2025-10)

• Delivered low-intensity CBT interventions within an NHS IAPT service via virtual, face-to-face, CCBT and telephone to service users with common mental health problems.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments, including risk assessments and appropriate onward referrals.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation and worked in line with service protocols.

Assistant Psychologist - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Lewisham Home Treatment Team

(2024-07 - 2024-12)

Provided individual and group-based psychological support to service users in acute distress and with complex needs within a fast-paced crisis service.

• Delivered brief, evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions informed by CBT and DBT approaches, including coping-focused strategies, emotional regulation skills, distress tolerance and problem-solving interventions.
• Completed comprehensive risk assessments and contributed to risk management planning.
• Worked within the multidisciplinary team to support formulation and care planning.
• Supported service evaluation and clinical practice though audit, reflective practice delivery and supervision.

Research Assistant - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Research and Development (R&D)

(2023-08 - 2024-07)

• Contributed to the running of NIHR and Trust mental health research studies, including managing the logistics of research trials.
• Screened and recruited participants, attended site initiation visits, conducted structured and semi-structured interviews and administered psychological assessments (e.g. WAIS).
• Monitored compliance with protocols and ensured the integrity and accuracy of data and research findings.
• Developed a foundational knowledge of ethics and research governance procedures.
• Collaborated with various teams of psychologists, study coordinators and research assistants to ensure project success.

Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Keeping Well

(2022-09 - 2023-08)

• Delivered low-intensity psychological interventions via virtual and telephone to NHS and social care staff as part of a new wellbeing initiative.
• Conducted clinical assessments and developed individualised treatment plans in collaboration with service users.
• Screened and managed referrals into the service and clinical pathway.
• Supervised a team of assistant psychologists and PWPs.
• Worked alongside the senior management team to develop protocols for service development.

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Lambeth Talking Therapies

(2021-01 - 2022-09)

• Delivered low-intensity interventions via virtual, face-to-face, CCBT and telephone to service users with common mental health problems.
• Conducted initial assessments and triaged and signposted service users to appropriate services based on individual needs.
• Undertook additional responsibilities, including creating webinars for the service website.
• Developed a long-term conditions interest area while working closely with this service user group.

Trainee Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Lambeth Talking Therapies

(2020-02 - 2021-01)

• Completed the low-intensity training course including practical, academic and practice-based assessments.
• Assessed and provided low-intensity interventions to service users with common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety disorders.
• Triaged and signposted service users to different services on clinical pathway.

Honorary Assistant Psychologist - South London and Maudsley NHS Trust – Lambeth Talking Therapies

(2019-11 - 2020-02)

• Screened and triaged individuals into the service.
• Developed the service website and webinars, including psychoeducation on mental health difficulties.
• Assisted in administration duties and data entry.
• Attended multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss referrals, service user formulation and service development.

Occupational Therapy Assistant - London North West Healthcare NHS Trust – Ealing Hospital Rehabilitation

(2018-03 - 2018-09)

Based within the neurological team to manage a high caseload of service users, completed functional assessments and identified areas for clinical intervention.

• Supported service users to develop recovery goals, offered advice to individuals and relatives under supervision.
• Led outpatient group sessions, instructing service users on the techniques and strategies for recovery.
• Recorded and maintained service user information using electronic patient records.
• Undertook administrative duties, including writing reports and completing referral forms.

Healthcare Assistant - Cygnet Health Care

(2017-03 - 2018-05)

Delivered psychological and physical care across an acute, secure and rehabilitation unit for common and complex mental health conditions and for autism spectrum disorder respectively.

• Offered 1:1 support to service users who required enhanced observation due to risk.
• Reported and documented changes in behaviour and mood state.
• Handled emotionally distressing situations and circumstances and managed risk.
• Assisted with group therapy sessions under supervision.
• Attended multidisciplinary and care planning meetings, discussing progress and immediate care needs.

Mental Health Support Worker - Standard Nursing Agency

(2016-05 - 2017-12)

• Supported service users with mental health conditions to live in the community and in their homes to achieve goals, promoting recovery and independence.
• Assisted with basic clinical duties, including medication support.
• Maintained service users' personal care e.g. infection prevention.
• Guided in the development of life skills e.g. cooking and relaxation techniques.
• Conducted risk assessments and managed risk according to protocol.

Research Assistant - Loughborough University

(2015-06 - 2016-11)

• Assisted in the planning and conducting of a research project on cognition, including producing written materials to aid task comprehension.
• Recruited child and adult participants to take part in studies.
• Administered tests and supported participants through the task process.
• Analysed results using statistical software.
• Disseminated results in group meetings.

Hospital Volunteer

(2014 - 2016)

• Visited adult and child inpatients, providing company and collecting song requests and personal stories for the evening radio show.
• Drafted the broadcast content, focusing on topical discussions on health and well-being.
• Participated in the planning and delivery of a series of radio shows.

PG Cert - Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions - University College London (2020 - 2021)

MSc - Clinical Mental Health Sciences - University College London (2018 - 2019)

B.Sc. - Social Psychology - Loughborough University (2013 - 2016)