Who we are and what we stand for.
Express Expert Psychology is run and closely managed by Dr. Mareike Suesse, an HCPC-registered Consultant Clinical Psychologist. While she is based in Cambridgeshire, she is happy to travel further afield for specialist assessments.
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My psychological approach is based on a solid academic background, paired with substantial clinical experience and an outlook of compassion, openness and hope.
I am on the senior management team of a psychiatric hospital, where I lead the Therapies department.
In my private work, I offer Expert Witness Assessments, individualised care packages, and therapy and supervision.
My main areas of expertise for Court reports are (complex) trauma, cognitive assessments, forensic assessments, offending behaviour, and identifying vulnerabilities. I am also trained in autism assessment.
I am trained in and can deliver a wide range of therapies. I completed intensive training in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Radically-Open DBT, as well as EMDR (Stage 4) and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). I also have further training in Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), as well as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). My training and specialist experience encompasses cognitive and memory assessments as well as specific forensic tools including risk assessments, such as the HCR-20 and RSVP.
I work with all psychological difficulties, and have a wealth of experience with a wide range of presenting problems, including where there are forensic and risk issues, co-morbidities, traumas, and medical issues. I am happy to work jointly with other professionals where a person requires more wrap-around support.
My experience spans community and inpatient mental health services in the NHS as well as with a range of major private providers.
I welcome therapy and assessment referrals of all types, between short-term therapy and executive coaching, to longer-term, trauma-focused interventions.
My couples work is based on Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. This helps couples rediscover their special connection by helping couples discover the unique patterns which undermine their connectedness.
The foundation of my therapeutic work lies in extensive academic training. I gained my doctorate from Oxford University, as well as completing a degree in Natural Sciences (Experimental Psychology & Ethics of Medicine) from the University of Cambridge; an MSc in Clinical Forensic Psychology from King's College London, and a Graduate Diploma in Psychology from the University of East London.
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist, I worked as a management consultant, advising a range of public and private companies and their leaders. I draw on my experience as a management consultant in my organisational consultancy work. My consultancy expertise includes reflective practice; strategic redevelopment; training needs analyses; and solution-focused work around workplace culture and leadership.
Meet our Associates
In addition to Psychology associates, we also have a bank of Occupational Therapists and creative therapists.
HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist
Dr Aleksandra Kralj
As an NHS Clinical Lead, Dr. Kralj has specialist experience in complex case assessment and management. Her expertise lies in psychological assessments, formulations, trauma-informed interventions, and collaborating with multiple agencies to ensure the best outcomes for all. She is comfortable working with risk and complexity, including where capacity is an issue.
HCPC Registered Forensic Psychologist
Tanya Bailey
Tanya brings over 20 years of expertise spanning secure forensic mental health, the prison service and independent practice. Tanya is trained a wide range of assessments including those relating to mental health, cognitive functioning, ADHD, Autism and Personality Disorder (including Psychopathy). Tanya also holds a role as lecturer in Forensic Psychology and Mental Health at Queen Mary University of London.
Assistant Psychologist
Nikeisha Sidhu
Nikeisha is experienced in supporting individuals within criminal justice and forensic settings, including those presenting with mental health difficulties, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and social vulnerabilities. Her particular interests include rehabilitation, early intervention, and psychological wellbeing within forensic settings.