Professional Qualifications and Experience                                                                 Joseph Franks is a highly qualified mental health nurse, bringing extensive experience from working with individuals facing severe and enduring mental health challenges. Joe holds a BSc Honours degree in Psychosocial Interventions for Psychosis, which provides the foundation for his evidence-based practice.

Clinical Practice and Therapeutic Approach                                                  Utilising a structured, CBT-based approach, Joe works collaboratively with clients and their families. This framework includes comprehensive assessment, relapse prevention strategies, and interventions involving families. His experience encompasses working with a diverse range of individuals, including those with serious mental illnesses.

Academic and Leadership Roles                                                                                    Joe’s career journey includes a period in higher education, where he taught psychosocial interventions for psychosis. He later returned to clinical practice and progressed into senior management positions within the NHS, further broadening his expertise and leadership skills.

Special Interests and Further Qualifications                                                            Joe has developed a strong interest in understanding how trauma and adverse childhood experiences can influence mental health later in life. This passion led him to return to clinical practice and complete further training as an EMDR therapist, expanding the range of therapeutic options he can offer.

Individualised Client Care                                                                                            Drawing on his considerable experience, Joe tailors his approach to meet the unique needs of each client. He is adept at supporting individuals who struggle with poor mental health and wellbeing, ensuring that his approach is responsive and personalised.

Accessible Support and Consultation                                                        Recognising the challenges that many face when seeking help, Joe is sensitive to the anxieties and uncertainties that can come with reaching out for support. To help ease this process, he offers a complimentary 15-minute consultation upon referral, providing an opportunity to discuss any concerns and answer questions.