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Dr Hayley Silcox

Principal Psychologist
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About

Dr Hayley Silcox is chartered, Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered counselling psychologist, offering private autism assessments at Priory Hospital Bristol. She has extensive experience working with people from all walks of life, including those with neurodivergence, and is able to offer assessments for people exploring an autism diagnosis.

Position at Priory

Dr Hayley Silcox is the principal psychologist at Priory Hospital Bristol; she has worked here for the past 12 years. Hayley's position involves assisting in the oversight and development of the psychology provision across site and more specifically, leading the therapy team on the specialist eating disorder unit. 

Professional bodies and registrations: 

  • HCPC registered counselling psychologist 
  • Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society  (AFBPsS)

Training 

  • Hogrefe ADOS-2 and ADI-R Clinical Combo Course 
  • Exeter University: Autism in inpatient settings 
  • The Oliver McGowan Training on Learning Disability and Autism 

Priory training: 

  • Autism, stress and anxiety 
  • Autism and supporting families 
  • Autism and communication 
  • Positive behaviour support (PBS)

Research interests

Silcox, Hayley. Does Attending a 'Thinking Together' Group Help People Feel Less Threatened by Their Dementia and Lead to a Better Quality of Life. 2019

Qualifications

  • University West of England - Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (CPsychol) 
  • University West of England - Certificate in Counselling Skills 
  • University of Bristol - MSc in Applied Neuropsychology 
  • University of Plymouth - BSc (Hons) Psychology

As a relational therapist, I offer a professional, warm, empathetic approach to therapy.

I am able to offer a safe and supportive space for the exploration of concerns or issues from the past, present or future. I offer an integrative approach which means that I am able to adapt my approach dependent upon what is brought to the therapy space.

I believe that therapy is a collaborative experience, where you are able to explore solutions to support you in your day-to-day life. I believe that growing a sense of self-compassion and kindness can support the growth of a different relationship with yourself, to build self-worth, self-esteem and self-confidence.

I comfortably share my own knowledge and understanding of psychological theories supported by an evidence-based practice. I adhere to the Ethical Framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which supports an open, honest and transparent way of working.