Dr Louise Baker-Martins
Psychotherapist in Salisbury

I am a Clinical Health Psychologist (HCPC registered: PYL36713) providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological treatment for people struggling with sleep difficulties. I understand the complex interactions between sleep, mental and physical health, the importance of specialist assessment and personalised interventions. I work across the spectrum of sleep difficulties and adapt my approach as required. People often come to therapy with feelings of helplessness, and hope for change. My role is to support clients to rediscover restful sleep. Good sleep means an increased sense of wellbeing, better health outcomes and quality of life, improved mental function and more satisfying relationships.

Background & Psychotherapy Qualifications

Doctor of Clinical Psychology (University of Exeter)
Behavioural Sleep Medicine Specialist- Expert Somnologist (ESRS)
PhD Insomnia, Anxiety and Neurocognitive function (University of Southampton)
Certified Mindfulness Practitioner (Dorset Mindfulness Centre)
NHS Clinical Health Psychologist (Hospital based)

My Specialisms

Insomnia and sleep disorders
Sleep problems associated with physical health conditions
Womens' Health
Stress and Work-Life Balance
Sleep and Anxiety
Sleep and Depression

Approach to Psychotherapy & How I Work

I use a variety of therapeutic models to meet individual needs, including CBT-I, ACT and CFT. I practise Mindfulness and offer this as part of a sleep intervention.
I offer a comprehensive initial assessment and report with initial recommendations. For many clients significant progress follows two or three further therapy appointments. Other clients have more complicated and long-standing difficulties which require a greater commitment to therapy.

If you are struggling with your sleep and wish to experience the holistic benefits of better sleep for long-term health, please reach out to explore working together. I will be very pleased to answer any questions you may have in a 10 minute free consultation. Please email me initially to arrange.
THESLEEPSPOT@PROTONMAIL.COM
THESLEEPSPOT.CO.UK

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Psychotherapy	Online/Telephone	£140 per 50 minutes
Psychotherapy	In Person	£140 per 50 minutes
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy	Online/Telephone	£140 per 50 minutes
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy	In Person	£140 per 50 minutes

Additional Rate Information

Please note the initial assessment process is £240. Theis involves an online assessment 1h 15 mins , plus a review of medical/health information relevant to sleep disorder, sleep diaries and questionnaires. I provide a summary of the assessment (which can also go to the GP), initial recommendations and resources. For many clients significant improvements to sleep can follow the implementation of specialist recommendations with two or three follow up therapy appointments. For clients with longer standing and/or more complex difficulties a greater commitment to therapy may be needed. I also offer limited face to face appointments for clients based in Wiltshire, Hampshire and Dorset.