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Your psychologist in Cambridge.
Or online wherever you are.
As you read this, you may have been looking for a psychologist in Cambridge or online and finding it hard to choose among so many options. That’s logical: there are many. But how do you know who might be a good psychologist for you?
In addition to training and experience, it’s essential that you find someone you click with. Someone who listens to you, understands you, and supports you throughout your process.
In psychology, it’s not the techniques that heal, but the therapeutic bond and process we build from the very beginning. I encourage you to contact me for an initial session so we can get to know each other, and from there, you can decide.
Psychologist in Cambridge and online
I’m not a sterile clinic or a franchise. I’m a fully trained psychologist (M-41370) with a PhD in Neuroscience and a postdoctoral career in scientific research.
I have extensive experience in couple, individual and online therapy.
I work in English and Spanish with international patients of Cambridge and all over the world (online), and the process with each of my patients is tailored and unique.
Trusted by 50+ patients since 2022
When living or working in Cambridge starts to feel overwhelming
Cambridge is home to a highly academic, research-driven and international environment. For some people, this can be stimulating and rewarding. For others, the pressure to perform, publish, progress or keep up can gradually become difficult to sustain.
You may be studying for a degree, working in research, building a professional career or trying to establish a new life in the city. The demands can be different, but the experience may include anxiety, exhaustion, isolation, self-doubt or the feeling that there is always more you should be doing. Many people look for a psychologist in Cambridge because of the reasons mentioned above.
It is possible to be surrounded by people and still feel that you have nowhere to speak openly about what is happening. That’s where a psychologist in Cambridge can make a real difference.
My approach
I use a contextual and evidence-informed approach, both in in-person and online therapy. This means that we look at your difficulties in relation to your history, your current circumstances, your relationships and the strategies you have developed to cope.
I do not assume that one method will fit every person. We begin by understanding your situation and agreeing what you would like to change. Sessions may include reflection, practical exercises and work between sessions. This is the approach I bring to my work both as a psychologist in Cambridge and in online therapy.
1. Understand
We explore what has brought you to therapy, when the problem appears and what happens before and after it.
2. Identify patterns
We look at the ways you try to cope and whether they are helping in the short term but creating difficulties later.
3. Work towards change
We develop practical and meaningful steps that fit your life rather than following any formula.
Therapy for students, PhD candidates and researchers
Student life can involve more than academic work. You may be navigating deadlines, exams, supervision, funding, uncertainty about the future and comparison with highly capable peers. For postgraduate and doctoral students, the boundaries between work and personal life can become particularly difficult to maintain.
You may feel unable to slow down because other people seem to be coping better. You may worry that asking for help will make you look less capable or put your progress at risk. Sometimes the pressure is not caused by one event, but by months or years of sustained effort without enough recovery.
In-person or online therapy can help you understand the relationship between your expectations, your behaviour and the demands around you. We can work on anxiety, self-criticism, avoidance, boundaries, motivation, relationships and decisions about the next stage of your life.
You may be studying for a degree, working in research, building a professional career or trying to establish a new life in the city. The demands can be different, but the experience may include anxiety, exhaustion, isolation, self-doubt or the feeling that there is always more you should be doing.
It is possible to be surrounded by people and still feel that you have nowhere to speak openly about what is happening. That’s where a psychologist in Cambridge can make a real difference.
Important boundary
University students may also have access to specialist support through their College and the University. These services can be useful, particularly when you need urgent or institution-specific support. My private therapy as a psychologist in Cambridge offers a separate, professional and confidential space, but it does not replace emergency or university support.
How can I help you?
You do not need to have a diagnosis or a perfectly clear explanation before contacting me. We can begin with what you have noticed and what has become difficult to manage.
Anxiety and worry
Persistent worry, overthinking, panic, perfectionism or a constant sense of being on alert.
Academic and research pressure
The pressure to achieve, publish, meet deadlines, pass exams or prove yourself in a competitive environment.
Stress and burnout
Exhaustion, difficulty switching off, loss of motivation, irritability and the feeling that rest no longer restores you.
Relationships and couples
Repeated arguments, emotional distance, difficulties communicating or uncertainty about the future of a relationship.
Life changes
Moving country, starting a new course or job, adapting to Cambridge, making difficult decisions or questioning your direction.
Self-esteem and perfectionism
Feeling that your achievements are never enough or that mistakes may expose you as inadequate.
You will feel heard and in experienced hands
Sometimes we know that something isn’t working, but we can’t seem to find a way to change it. You might be going through a period of anxiety, stress, emotional block, or difficulties in your relationship. Or perhaps you simply want to understand yourself better .
My role is to offer you a safe, calm, and confidential space where you can speak freely and find new ways to approach your difficulties. I’m a fully trained psychologist, specialist in third‑generation therapies, with a PhD in Neuroscience.
I currently develop my scientific career in Cambridge as a postdoctoral researcher, being fully aware as a psychologist in Cambridge of the challenges that come with high-pressure environments: the uncertainty, the competitiveness, and the toll it takes on mental health. I bring that understanding into every session, because I believe that the best therapy is one that truly gets what you’re going through.
I work with adults and couples in Cambridge and internationally mostly through online therapy, in both English and Spanish.
“My practice is grounded in a rigorous, human, and personalised approach to psychology. I combine 15 years of scientific training with close, person-centred care, focusing on the changes that can make a real difference in your everyday life.”
Psychologist
Official College of Psychologists of Madrid (Licence No. M-41370)
Specialist in Third-Generation Therapies
University of Almería (Spain)
Bachelor's Degree in Health Psychology
UNED University (Spain)
Marie Curie Postdoctoral Researcher
MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology - University of Cambridge
PhD in neuroscience
Complutense University of Madrid
Master's in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Complutense University of Madrid
Where am I?
I am a licensed psychologist and currently offer mostly online therapy, although hybrid sessions may also possible depending on availability.
For those based in Madrid or Barcelona, I also offer a hybrid model that combines online sessions with occasional face‑to‑face meetings, adapting to your needs and preferences.
For clients in other locations—whether in Spain, the UK, elsewhere in Europe, or the United States—sessions are 100% online, with the same quality and confidentiality as in‑person therapy. Wherever you are, you can count on professional and close support.
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My areas of expertise as a therapist
Couple therapy
Restore your relationship
Individual therapy
Personalised attention
Online therapy
Wherever you are
Third generation therapies
Innovation and effectiveness
Couple therapy
The stress of daily life, living together, and past experiences can crystallise into relationship difficulties that feel impossible to resolve.
Integrative Behavioural Couple Therapy (IBCT), developed by Jacobson and Christensen, represents an evolution from traditional models by incorporating an essential component: emotional management, alongside behavioural change strategies. This is a completely innovative, evidence-based approach that has proven effective with complex cases that have been resistant to other treatments.
Sessions last 90 minutes. We start with a joint session, followed by an individual session with each partner, and then continue with couple work. A deep and structured process for couples who need more than just a one‑off piece of advice.
Individual therapy
Just as a tailor‑made suit is cut to fit the person wearing it, the therapy I offer adapts to you, not the other way around. Every person is unique, and so their therapeutic process should be too.
We live in a world that pushes us towards haste, noise, and disconnection. Stress, relationships, and constant technology use—all of these factors can create distress. Sometimes, that distress or internal blocks prevent us from seeing clearly, leading to anxiety, depression, or difficulty managing our emotions.
Individual therapy is a safe and confidential space where you can explore your story, understand what holds you back, and find new ways of relating to yourself and others. I have worked as a psychologist in Cambridge, Madrid and Barcelona following an integrative approach, using cognitive‑behavioural therapy and third‑generation therapies, always tailored to your needs. Sessions last 60 minutes.
Online therapy
Online therapy removes geographical barriers and gives you access to high‑quality psychological support from anywhere, with complete flexibility around your schedule, while maintaining confidentiality and a strong therapeutic connection. I see patients in the UK, Spain, and many other countries around the world.
Numerous studies support its effectiveness, showing it to be as effective as in‑person therapy for addressing emotional distress, anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges.
Like my face‑to‑face sessions as a psychologist in Cambridge, my online sessions last 60 minutes and are built on evidence‑based techniques such as Cognitive‑Behavioural Therapy and third‑generation therapies, always tailored to your needs. A safe, accessible, and convenient space for you—without travel or waiting around.
Third-generation therapies
When the struggle with our own thoughts and emotions becomes an exhausting battle, we try to control and avoid what hurts us—yet the distress persists.
Third‑generation therapies are powerful, modern tools that are consistently proven to be effective, whether for everyday problems or severe disorders. They propose a fundamental shift in approach: rather than trying to suppress the distress we cannot eliminate, we learn to manage it flexibly and mindfully using effective strategies, so that it stops governing our lives and generating suffering.
From this integrative framework, I work with three evidence‑based models both as a psychologist in Cambridge and in online therapy:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – for working with difficult emotions and values;
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – effective for emotional regulation and managing impulsivity;
Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP) – which uses the therapeutic relationship as a laboratory to identify and transform interpersonal patterns that keep repeating in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I book an appointment with you?
To make things easier, you’ll find a link to the session booking form in several places on this website.
If you prefer, you can also email me at my institutional address as a psychologist registered with the Official College of Psychology of Madrid (jose.gonzalez.m@cop.es), and I will get back to you within a maximum of 24 business hours.
All communications are legally bound by professional confidentiality. Choose whichever method feels most comfortable for you, and we’ll be in touch to find the best time for your first session.
I've contacted you and you're fully booked. What's the average waiting time?
If you get in touch and my schedule is full, I can automatically add you to the waiting list. The average waiting time for a first session in these cases is usually 2 to 3 weeks, although this may vary depending on current availability. I will contact you as soon as a slot becomes available, as quickly as possible, and if you prefer, we can stay in touch by email or WhatsApp so you’re informed of any cancellations or early availability.
I don't live in Cambridge. How can I attend sessions with you?
Online therapy is an equally valid and effective option, and it’s the modality I offer to people who live outside Cambridge or who prefer the convenience of doing it from home. I currently work with clients across Spain, the UK, other EU countries, and the United States, and my experience has shown me that distance is not a barrier when we build a strong therapeutic connection. In addition to online therapy, I also offer hybrid sessions (a combination of online and occasional face‑to‑face meetings) when available.
Online therapy sessions maintain the same confidentiality, depth, and quality as in‑person sessions. The only difference is that you don’t have to travel, which gives you the flexibility to fit therapy into your daily life without being tied to specific times or locations.
This modality also allows you to maintain continuity in your process even if you travel or change residence. If you have any questions about how it works, we can talk it through with no obligation. What matters most is not where you are, but that you feel supported and in a safe space to work on what you need.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Yes. Current scientific evidence, based on multiple peer‑reviewed studies, shows that online therapy is equally as effective as in‑person therapy for most psychological difficulties, including anxiety and depression (Fischer‑Grote et al., 2024; Leung et al., 2024). Recent systematic reviews indicate that the majority of studies show comparable outcomes across both formats (Macías, 2025), and a 2025 meta‑analysis found no significant differences in long‑term effectiveness between online and face‑to‑face CBT (Morón, 2025). No significant differences in outcomes have been found, and patients consistently report high levels of satisfaction and adherence. The key to effectiveness lies not in the medium, but in the therapeutic relationship and the quality of the techniques used. In line with this, I mostly work as a psychologist in Cambridge and Spain, and also through online therapy.
What does the treatment involve?
There is no single treatment or fixed protocol that applies to everyone equally. I design each therapeutic process individually, like a bespoke suit made to fit you. We do this based on your concerns, your history, and your goals. My job is to listen to you, understand your situation, and build with you an action plan tailored to what you really need.
That said, the process follows a clear and structured framework, regardless of the treatment modality (in-person or online therapy). We begin with an assessment and diagnostic phase, where we explore your current situation together, identify difficulties, and establish initial hypotheses about what’s going on. This first stage is essential, as it allows us to put words to what you’re experiencing and define where we want to go.
In the first session, as well as starting to get to know each other, I will explain in detail what your intervention may involve: what resources we’ll use, how the process will be organised, and what you can expect from it. All of this from a professional, rigorous, and above all, personalised perspective. Because the treatment isn’t about you fitting into it—it’s about it fitting into you.
How long does a treatment typically last? I'd like to know so I can plan the time and cost involved.
The length of a therapy process varies, because each person, each story, and each set of goals is different. However, I can give you some general references to help you get a clearer idea.
I work from an evidence‑based and efficient approach, using Cognitive‑Behavioural Therapy and third‑generation therapies, which have been shown to be particularly effective within shorter timeframes than other approaches. In many cases, within the first few sessions (usually around session three or four), I can offer you a more precise estimate of how long your process might take, based on your specific situation and your goals.
Some issues can be resolved in just a few sessions – for example, a one‑off consultation or a specific difficulty – while others, more complex or deep‑rooted, may require longer‑term support. My commitment is that treatment lasts as long as it needs to, and no longer, and that we always work with full transparency so you can plan your process with peace of mind.
How much does each session cost?
To give you some context, private therapy fees for a psychologist in Cambridge vary widely depending on the clinician’s experience and qualifications. Based on current published rates, individual sessions typically range from £70 to £135, with an experienced clinical psychologist in Cambridge and London charging between £100 and £135 per session. Couple therapy generally ranges from £90 to £200 per session.
My fees are always competitive and reflect the type of therapy (individual, couple, or online therapy) tailored to your specific needs. I also offer a free 15-minute initial phone consultation with no obligation, where we can get to know each other and I can explain, with full transparency, the terms and the exact cost for your particular situation. If cost is a concern, we can discuss it during the first consultation and explore options that work best for you.
How do I know if I need to see a psychologist?
We often wait until distress becomes so overwhelming that we can no longer bear it before considering psychological support. But therapy doesn’t have to be a last resort – it’s also a preventive tool and a space for personal growth. If something in your life is causing you doubt, discomfort, or simply a sense that you’re not functioning as you’d like, that’s the time to seek help, rather than waiting until the problem has become chronic, which usually means a longer treatment process.
You don’t need a diagnosis or to be in crisis. Therapy is a space for getting to know yourself, understanding yourself, and learning tools to live better.
For example, many people come to therapy for difficulties in their relationships, for anxiety about everyday situations like making important decisions, or for that persistent feeling of being constantly on edge without knowing why. Others come because they can’t sleep, feel emotionally overwhelmed, have lost someone significant and can’t find a way forward, or simply because they’ve stopped feeling good and aren’t sure what’s going on. Some come to work on self-esteem, learn to set boundaries, or manage daily stress. What unites all these people is that they recognised their distress and sought a space to address it.
Is everything I say in a session confidential?
Yes, it is absolutely confidential. Confidentiality is a fundamental right of anyone attending therapy, and an ethical and legal obligation for any licensed psychologist, whether in the UK, Spain, or elsewhere in Europe. Just as in any medical consultation, everything you share during sessions is protected by professional secrecy. This means it will not be disclosed to third parties without your explicit consent, except in those exceptional circumstances provided for by law. My commitment is to ensure your privacy is always protected, so you can feel you are in a safe space where you can speak with complete honesty.