Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Neuropsychiatric Testing Experience
Certification
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Thomas Sobel, MA, MBACP

London,Camden

Summary

A seasoned professional with expertise in psychometric assessment, clinical trials research, and psychological evaluation. Demonstrates proficiency in online psychotherapy and LGBTQ+ sensitive counselling, providing tailored 1-to-1 psychotherapy sessions. Committed to advancing mental health through, advocacy and awareness, innovative therapeutic techniques, and comprehensive assessments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Director and Psychotherapist

Space 2 Talk London Ltd
London, Camden
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive business plans to drive company growth.
  • Advocated for clients' rights and autonomy to ensure empowerment.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, prioritising immediate safety.
  • Maintained confidential client records in compliance with legal standards.
  • Applied therapeutic interventions for effective stress management.
  • Cultivated empathetic relationships to enhance trust and communication.
  • Participated in continuous professional development to stay informed on emerging practices.
  • Collaborated with practitioners to coordinate therapeutic consultations.

Psychotherapist (Private Practice)

TJS Counselling
London, Camden
12.2007 - Current
  • Participated in continuous professional development activities, keeping up-to-date with emerging theories and practices.
  • Addressed issues of grief and loss through supportive counselling techniques.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies to manage life transitions.
  • Adhered to ethical guidelines whilst maintaining high standards of practice in psychotherapy.
  • Cultivated empathetic therapeutic relationships to foster trust and open communication.
  • Applied therapeutic interventions for stress management.
  • Employed mindfulness techniques for anxiety reduction.
  • Promoted psychological resilience by conducting cognitive-behavioural therapy.
  • Advocated on behalf of clients, promoting rights and autonomy.
  • Maintained confidential client records in accordance with legal requirements.
  • Educated patients about appropriate coping mechanisms to help through tough situations.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements surrounding mandatory reporting and client safety.
  • Managed diverse caseload with consistently positive outcomes and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with other practitioners to arrange therapeutic consultations.
  • Maintained big-picture view of emerging industry treatments and interventions.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Built trusting client rapport to create safe and welcoming clinical environment.

Counselling Services Manager (Interim)

University of Law
London
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Coordinated service delivery to enhance efficiency across multiple campus locations.
  • Conducted routine audits to uphold high-quality standards.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations through systematic monitoring and auditing.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to optimise workflow processes.
  • Planned and directed counselling, screening, and scheduling for university students.
  • Delivered culturally sensitive counselling sessions addressing migration-related stressors.
  • Managed counselling services to provide psychological support for stressed students.
  • Created a safe space during counselling hours, ensuring confidentiality and trust.

Staff Psychologist

The Huntercombe Hospital Roehampton
London
07.2007 - 06.2009
  • Designed bespoke therapeutic interventions tailored to unique patient needs.
  • Developed training programme for staff, engaging renowned experts in brain injury.
  • Completed psychological evaluations for newly admitted patients and delivered weekly psychotherapy.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences to enhance patient care plans.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
  • Established rapport with diverse client populations, fostering supportive environments.
  • Maintained detailed patient records in compliance with data protection laws.
  • Safeguarded client privacy through strict adherence to data security policies.

Care Manager

Behavioural Health Link
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
09.2003 - 07.2006
  • Fielding calls and connecting consumers to mental health and substance misuse services in Metro Atlanta and Augusta areas of Georgia.
  • Determined appropriate care levels by triaging calls from clients.
  • Acted as crisis counsellor for both Georgia and USA National Suicide Hotline, delivering critical assistance.
  • Accurately assessed care needs of potential service users by conducting thorough pre-admission assessments.
  • Prevented resource gaps by participating in out-of-hours support rota.
  • Attended regular training to develop expertise in people management and care service provider regulations.
  • Collaborated with external providers to meet patient care continuity needs.

Master's Level Psychology Technician

Columbus Community Service Board
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
03.2005 - 02.2006
  • Administered test-based psychological evaluations.
  • Produced detailed reports for individuals applying for or receiving Medicare Waivers for developmental disabilities.

Psychometrician

Atlanta Center for Medical Research
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
08.2000 - 09.2003
  • Executed diagnostic interviews, contributing to evaluation of eligibility for clinical trial studies spanning from Healthy Normal trials to Phase IV.
  • Operated as principal certified rater for an array of depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer's assessment scales; conducted administration of several neuropsychological test batteries as certified practitioner.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Argosy University- Atlanta, Georgia Campus
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
12.2000 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
08.1994 - 08.2007

Skills

  • Psychometric assessment expertise
  • Clinical trials research acumen
  • Psychological assessment
  • Online psychotherapy capability and expertise
  • LGBTQ sensitive counselling
  • 1-to-1 psychotherapy


Affiliations

  • I was a founding member of London Falcons FC, 2007, one of the premiere gay football teams, based in London, that competes in the GFSN.
  • I am a classically trained tenor and in my spare time, I also enjoy DJing and hosting karaoke shows.

Neuropsychiatric Testing Experience

  • Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)- 3 years conducting 800+ assessments
  • Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D)- 3 years conducting 1000+ assessments
  • Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)- 3 years conducting 500+ assessments
  • MINI International Neuropsychiatric Interview- 3 years conducting 500+ assessments
  • STROOP Colour and Word Tests- 3 years conducting 200+ assessments
  • Mini Mental Status Exam (MMSE)- 3 years conducting 100+ assessments
  • Wisconsin Card Sorting Task- 3 years conducting 100+ assessments
  • WAIS-III Sub-test's- 3 years conducting 100+ assessments

▪ Digit Symbol Test

▪ Digit Span Test

▪ Letter Number Sequencing

  • Finger Tapping Task- 3 years conducting 100+ assessments
  • California Verbal Learning Test (CVLT)- 3 years conducting 75+ assessments
  • Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT3)- 3 years conducting 50+ assessments
  • Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test (RAVLT)- 3 years conducting 50+ assessments
  • Benton Visual Retention Test- 3 years conducting 50+ assessments
  • Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scale- 3 years conducting 30+ assessments
  • Calgary Depression Rating Scale- 3 years conducting 20+ assessments
  • Newcastle Scale for Depression- 3 years conducting 20+ assessments
  • Buschke Selective Reminding test- 3 years conducting 20+ assessments
  • Severe Impairment Battery (SIB)- 3 years conducting 20+ assessments
  • Pos and Neg Symptoms of Schizophrenia (PANSS)- 2 years conducting 200+ assessments
  • Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS)- 2 years conducting 200+ assessments

• Young Mania Rating Scale (YMRS)

• 2 years conducting 150+ assessments

• Brief Assessment of Cognition in Schizophrenia (BACS)

• 2 years conducting 100+ assessments

• Kauffman Brief Intelligence Test (K-BIT)

• 2 years conducting 100+ assessments

• SADS-C

• 2 years conducting 30+ assessments

• Rivermead Behavioural Memory Test

• 2 years conducting 20+ assessments

• Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals (CELF-3)

• 2 years conducting 20+ assessments

• Alzheimer's Disease Assessment Scale (ADAS)• 1 year conducting 4 assessments

Certification

  • British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Membership No. 618859)
  • The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (Register No. 175527)

Timeline

Director and Psychotherapist

Space 2 Talk London Ltd
02.2024 - Current

Counselling Services Manager (Interim)

University of Law
09.2017 - 06.2018

Psychotherapist (Private Practice)

TJS Counselling
12.2007 - Current

Staff Psychologist

The Huntercombe Hospital Roehampton
07.2007 - 06.2009

Master's Level Psychology Technician

Columbus Community Service Board
03.2005 - 02.2006

Care Manager

Behavioural Health Link
09.2003 - 07.2006

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Argosy University- Atlanta, Georgia Campus
12.2000 - 12.2002

Psychometrician

Atlanta Center for Medical Research
08.2000 - 09.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
08.1994 - 08.2007
Thomas Sobel, MA, MBACP