Margaret Paliszewska
Margaret Paliszewska
Counselling Psychologist
Online
Mr Expertise
I specialise in autism assessments, family relationships, family functioning, parenting skills, learning disabilities, cognitive assessments, therapy for depression, anxiety, emotional difficulties, OCD, low self-esteem, anger management, individual and group clinical supervision, selective mutism, attachment.
Mr Qualifications
Psychology Degree (University of Social Sciences and Humanities, 1998-2003)
CBT (Postgraduate Certificate at UEA, 2010-2011)
Family Therapy (IFT, University of Bedfordshire, NSFT Foundation Trust, NHS, 2018-2020)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT, 2018)
Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDT, 2019)
Foundation in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (SWPS, 2001-2002)
ADOS-2 Training Course (Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust, 2015)
Why I became a therapist
I became a psychologist because I have always been fascinated by the human mind. My interest in autism began nearly 20 years ago after reading Peter Szatmari’s warm and insightful book A Mind Apart. Since then, I have been deeply committed to understanding autism and providing thoughtful, respectful autism assessments for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
What I enjoy most about my work
I love my work because it gives me the privilege of hearing people’s stories-of being trusted with their experiences, truly understanding them, and having the chance to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
My interests outside of work
Spending time in nature – whether walking on the beach just minutes from home, doing yoga or pilates, tending to my garden, or relaxing with my cats-brings me joy and balance. These moments help me stay grounded and connected to the calm, presence, and care I bring into my work.