About Lighthouse Psychology

Hello, my name is Louisa and I am an Educational and Child Psychologist. I completed my doctoral training at UCL, which is where I met Alicja.

I completed my thesis research on mindfulness in schools, exploring the impact on and factors affecting pupil and staff wellbeing. Through my work as an Educational and Child Psychologist, in both local authority and independent practice, I have further developed my specialism and interest in promoting well-being in schools and communities. I value the importance of working in partnership with and empowering key adults who work with and care for children and young people and supporting their capacity through evidence based approaches. In the context of this, I have completed further training and qualifications across the areas of and have a keen interest in supervision, mindfulness, CBT and VIG.

Hi, my name is Alicja and I am an Educational and Child Psychologist. I completed my doctoral course at University College London (UCL) and have published research on autistic spectrum conditions and masking in teenagers. I have passion for research and evidence-based practice and continue to be involved in research work through my role as a research advisor on the UCL doctoral course for educational psychologists.

I believe in designing and delivering training to empowers school staff and builds capacity in our schools. Alongside Lighthouse Psychology Training, I work as an independent educational and child psychologist with a variety of schools. I love working with children and supporting adults to see the world through their eyes. What I love about my role is the influence I can have on children’s lives and those around them, and the fact that I will never stop learning.

Hi, I’m Vaida and I am an Educational Psychologist. I completed my training in my home country, Lithuania, and further developed my skills in research through a PhD at the University of Kent.I currently work as an independent Educational Psychologist, and my key interests include supporting children’s emotional wellbeing and helping adults to better understand children’s emotional development. I am particularly interested in psychotherapy and nervous system-oriented approaches.At Lighthouse Psychology Training, I support Emotional Literacy Support Assistants (ELSAs) through supervision sessions, where we discuss how to best support children’s emotional needs and how to remain present and available when providing such support.

Hello, my name is Corrinne, and I am an Educational and Child Psychologist. I previously worked as a Behaviour Support Assistant, an English and Psychology teacher, and an Assistant Educational Psychologist before I completed my doctoral training at UCL in 2010.

Through my work as an Educational and Child Psychologist, in both local authority and private practice, I have further developed my specialism and interest in neurodiversity, emotional wellbeing, and school attendance challenges. I am passionate about trauma informed working, and I utilise this both in my work and within my role as a foster carer.

Being an Educational and Child Psychologist allows me to advocate for children and young people and work carefully with the systems around them. I have an enthusiasm for applying psychology and I align with the belief that every interaction is an intervention.

Hello, my name is Laura, and I am a Child and Educational Psychologist. I completed my doctoral training at The Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust, where I developed an interest in applying attachment, systemic, and psychoanalytic perspectives to my casework.

I am particularly passionate about supporting the emotional well-being of young people, helping them understand their feelings, and empowering them to manage their emotions effectively. I have experience working with bereaved students and have delivered training to staff and parents on supporting children through loss and grief.

Additionally, I have a keen interest in group processes and exploring the dynamics that influence group functioning, contributing to healthier and more supportive environments for children and young people.

Hi, my name is Will, and I am a Child and Educational Psychologist. I trained at the University of Exeter and, since qualifying in 2013, have worked in several local authorities across the south west. I am currently an Associate Professor of Child, Educational, and Community Psychology at the University of Exeter, alongside my work with schools as an educational psychologist.

My professional and research interests focus on wellbeing and mental health, with a particular emphasis on supporting children who are at risk of, or who have experienced, exclusion from school. It is important to me that children feel understood and valued, and that the adults supporting them feel equipped and confident in making a positive difference. In my practice, I work through a process of consultation and joint problem-solving, drawing on the expertise of the adults around a child to find the best ways to support them in school.

Since qualifying, I have completed training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and in the use of the Story Stem Assessment Profile – a structured, play-based assessment that explores young children’s perceptions of relationships and attachment patterns.

Hello, I’m Shaheen and I have been practicing as an Educational and Child Psychologist since completing my doctoral training at UEL in 2012, having previously worked as a psychology teacher.

I am committed to helping children and young people flourish in their learning and development. I enjoy working closely with families, schools, and professionals to create inclusive, supportive environments where every learner can thrive. My practice is informed by a strong foundation in evidence-based psychology, with particular interests in supervision, positive psychology, trauma-informed approaches, inclusion and diversity and systemic change. I am passionate about supporting the wellbeing of staff and staff supervision offers a valuable space for reflection, connection, and growth. These spaces allow for shared problem-solving, emotional processing, and a deeper understanding of the children and young people they work with. I also enjoy delivering training and guidance to educators and parents, fostering collaborative solutions that make a lasting impact.