Astrid Warding
Choosing a qualified psychosexual therapist is a personal decision. I believe it matters that you feel confident in both the qualifications and the experience of the professional you choose.
Qualifications of a psychosexual therapist
Specialist training across psychotherapy, psychosexual therapy, sex addiction treatment and clinical supervision, alongside further professional development.
Psychotherapy
3 Year Level 4 Diploma in Person Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychosexual Therapy
2 Year Level 7 Post Graduate Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy
Sex Addiction
1 Year Level 5 Diploma in Sex Addiction
Clinical Supervision
1 Year Level 6 Diploma in Clinical Supervision
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing
Advanced EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Advanced Certificate
PhD Credit
USA Academic credit award in Human Sexuality
Education
2 Year Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training
A career shaped by people
My academic training and professional development are grounded in decades of direct clinical experience, beginning in 1989 within the NHS and later expanding into trauma and welfare work with the Police Force.
Since qualifying as a therapist in 2006, I’ve worked across several specialities including integrative psychotherapy, psychosexual therapy (also known as Clinical Sexology), and sex addiction treatment. My training and experience inform my work as a qualified psychosexual therapist.
I also provide clinical supervision to fellow therapists and students, and have lectured within my field of expertise. You can learn more about professional standards through COSRT.
Beyond the therapy room
Outside of my professional life, I’m a passionate explorer; curious about people, places, and ideas.
With Irish / Norwegian roots I stand six feet tall and have a bold spirit to match. I have a deep love for rock music, tattoos, and motorbikes, and I bring honesty, warmth, and a grounded sense of humour into everything I do.
Honesty, warmth and a grounded sense of humour.
Let’s begin with a conversation
If you would like to ask a question or explore whether therapy, supervision or consultation might be right for you, you are very welcome to get in touch.
Get in touchOnline appointments · Individuals and couples · Clinical supervision