Welcome to Comfort Shields Practice
Clinical Psychologist |
Psychodynamic and Humanistic Psychotherapist

4 Devonshire Street, London W1W 5DT and Online

"It is important to me that the therapy room becomes an unrestricted space in my client's life to speak, to be heard, and to explore his or her emotional, symbolic, and inner world."

My approach is comprehensive and in depth. My aim is to honour the complexity and experience of each person as I support each client in a process that leads to lasting and meaningful change. This means helping my clients know themselves more fully, allowing them to move forward in their lives with a greater sense of inner freedom, self-belief, and optimism. I enjoy working with individuals who are willing to delve deeply into discovering what moves and motivates them, ultimately to be able to build closer connections with themselves and the world around them.

C Comfort Shields, CPsychol, AFBPsS, MBACP (Accred), PhD & MA (ClinPsy), MPhil & MSt (Oxon), FRAI

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."
-Donald Winnicott

I am a HCPC-registered clinical psychologist and a senior psychotherapist for individuals and couples. In addition to offering medico-legal assessments and EMDR for individuals working through trauma (PTSD and C-PTSD), I see clients for humanistic and psychodynamic psychotherapy once to twice weekly. I have a special interest in working with people with autism and neurodivergence. My approach encourages curiosity and I am most concerned with experiences and feelings that interfere with your ability to make sense of, and meaningfully experience, yourself and the world around you. I encourage you to ask questions like how does life come to feel real, significant, novel, and meaningful? How does one develop a vital and authentic sense of self? The answers to these questions are different for every individual. It is not helpful for me to give you the answers in advance, but rather to provide an environment and process that supports you in answering these sorts of questions, and others, all the while exploring and expanding your life possibilities and dreams. Depending on a client's needs, I also sometimes integrate other modalities such as DBT, CBT, and Narrative Exposure Therapy.

Discreet, world-class psychological therapy and assessment. Based in Harley Street, London, I am an approved provider for Bupa Global, Cigna, and WPA—offering immediate appointments, confidential care, and seamless insurance billing. Trusted by senior leaders, expats, and private clients across London’s global business community, I offer absolute privacy and discretion.

Diagnostic Assessments and Reports with Option of Rapid Reporting 

For private health insurance and further treatment planning, and personal information. Available for medico-legal assessment and written reports. Not available for court appearance/oral evidence.

CICA Trauma Assessment & Rapid Reporting
In-depth assessment and specialist report for trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, depression, and anxiety—specifically tailored for CICA claims. Includes comprehensive clinical interview, gold-standard psychometric testing, and a detailed medico-legal report linking psychological difficulties to trauma or abuse. Available in-person or online, with most reports delivered within one week of your final appointment.

PTSD Assessment & Rapid Reporting
Rapid, expert PTSD assessment with a comprehensive written report—delivered within just three days, in-person at my Central London office or online. For those seeking immediate clarity, documentation, and guidance following trauma, with option for expedited turnaround.

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