Specialist Practitioners

Our team consists of senior clinical psychologists and psychotherapists, each with a deep commitment to developmental and research-led mental health care.

Dr. Sarah Jenkins

Dr. Sarah Jenkins

Clinical Director & Psychologist
"Deciding to seek support for yourself or your family is a significant step. Our practice is built on providing a calm, predictable space where you can feel steady enough to explore even the most complex difficulties."

Dr. Jenkins is an experienced Clinical Psychologist specializing in adult mental health and complex relational difficulties. Her approach moves beyond symptom management, focusing on the deeper foundations of emotional wellbeing and the developmental context of her clients' lives.

She has extensive experience in both private practice and clinical leadership, ensuring that every intervention at Stress in the City meets the highest evidence-based standards.

BPS Chartered HCPC Registered PhD Clinical Psychology
Marcus Thorne

Marcus Thorne

Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist
"Modern life presents unique challenges to the younger generation. My role is to provide a relational anchor, helping children and young adults navigate their world with increased resilience and understanding."

Marcus specializes in working with children, adolescents, and young adults. His psychodynamic approach explores how early relationships and developmental milestones contribute to current emotional experiences.

He has a particular interest in adolescent depression, school-related stress, and the specific pressures faced by young professionals entering the workforce.

ACP Registered MA Child Psychotherapy BACP Senior Member
Dr. Elena Rossi

Dr. Elena Rossi

Senior Psychotherapist
"High-performance lifestyles often mask deep-seated emotional fatigue. I provide a grounded space for professionals to deconstruct these pressures and rediscover a sustainable sense of self."

Dr. Rossi focuses on adult psychotherapy with a specialization in perinatal support and parent-infant mental health. She works with individuals to understand the complex transitions of adulthood and the impact of 'city life' on personal identity.

Her work is grounded in relational thinking and the latest research into adult developmental psychology.

HCPC Registered BPS Fellow Perinatal Specialist