Aire Valley Psychology
Adult and Child Clinical Psychology in West Yorkshire
Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of experience across the NHS and private practice, specialising in trauma, anxiety, health psychology, ADHD and Autism assessments.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, symptoms of trauma or the emotional impact of a physical health condition? Have you found it difficult to access the right support in the past, or felt unsure where to start?
Aire Valley Psychology is a small clinical psychology practice based in East Morton, near Keighley. Rather than operating as a high-volume clinic, the practice is built around depth of expertise. Dr Samantha Masley leads all Adult Clinical Psychology and Child Clinical Psychology work personally, alongside a small number of associate psychologists and a dedicated Neurodevelopmental Practitioner for Autism and ADHD assessments.
Getting started is simple. Call or message the practice for a brief conversation about your needs and whether the service is the right fit for you. Appointments are often available within a week, and most clients complete a course of Clinical Psychology in an average of 6 to 12 sessions.
Meet Dr Samantha Masley
For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping people find their way through some of the hardest periods of their lives, from trauma and anxiety to the exhausting toll of a long term health condition. My time working in both the NHS and private practice has given me a grounded sense of what genuinely helps, along with the patience to find the right approach for each person in front of me rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
I provide Adult Clinical Psychology and Child Clinical Psychology, drawing on evidence-based therapies including CBT, EMDR, ACT, Mindfulness and Schema Therapy. I hold a BSc (Hons) from the University of York and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Edinburgh, and I’m a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. I’m also a member of the British Psychological Society, EMDR Europe and Contextual Consulting.
Alongside individual sessions, I’ve completed Expert Witness Training with Bond Solon and can be instructed to provide Medico-Legal assessments and reports for adult trauma. I also supervise other mental health professionals, passing on what I’ve learned so that more people can reach thoughtful, well-informed care.
Adults
Adult Clinical Psychology for anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, panic, OCD and adjustment to physical health conditions such as chronic pain. Sessions equip you with tools to manage difficult emotions, improve relationships and build resilience.
Children
Child Clinical Psychology using age-appropriate approaches, including play and drawing for younger children and more adult-style sessions for adolescents. Parents and carers are supported alongside the child throughout.
Autism & ADHD Assessments
Private Autism and ADHD assessments for adults and children, following National Institute for Clinical Excellence guidelines, led jointly by Dr Masley and Neurodevelopmental Practitioner Joe Masley.
Professional Referrals
Case manager and solicitor referrals, Medico-Legal assessments and reports for adult trauma, and clinical supervision for other mental health professionals. Dr Masley has completed Expert Witness Training with Bond Solon.
Our Specialisms
Difficulties with low mood, depression, or anxiety problems such as worrying all the time, obsessive compulsive disorder, difficulties with stress or panic are very common. Often people have never been shown the tools they can use to help them manage these difficult emotions.
If you have experienced a traumatic incident, or series of incidents, those experiences may continue to affect you physically, emotionally and socially long after they occur. We use evidence based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to enable people to file those difficult memories away so that they no longer create intense and unexpected emotional distress.
Chronic pain and other persistent health problems can be very difficult to live alongside. People often ask how clinical psychologists can help individuals manage a problem that is physical and/or incurable. Together, we work with people to find a shared understanding of how your physical difficulties affect your thoughts, feelings and behaviours. We consider how self critical beliefs might prevent you making changes and help you develop tools to overcome these.
We offer individual therapy sessions for adults facing a variety of challenges. Our experienced therapists can equip you with tools to manage difficult emotions, improve relationships, and build resilience.
Our psychologists work with children to address a range of issues. Using age-appropriate therapeutic approaches, we aim to help children better understand and manage their feelings, while providing guidance and support to parents and carers.
If you suspect yourself or your child may be on the Autism Spectrum, we offer private assessments for both adults and children. Our comprehensive evaluations can provide clarity and support in understanding your needs.
We offer comprehensive ADHD assessments for adults and children. Whether you’re an adult seeking answers about long-standing challenges or a parent looking to understand your child’s behaviour, our assessments can offer a clear diagnosis and support path for managing ADHD.
Why Choose Aire Valley Psychology?
Chartered Expertise
Dr Masley is a Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol) and holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) from the University of Edinburgh, alongside a BSc (Hons) from the University of York.
HCPC Registered
The practice is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, having attained the highest level of training within Clinical Psychology.
A Small Practice
Working with fewer clients at any one time means each person gets a properly individualised plan rather than a standardised programme.
Membership of Professional Bodies
Dr Masley is a member of the British Psychological Society, EMDR Europe and Contextual Consulting.
Ready To Get Started?
If you’re ready to work with a Chartered Clinical Psychologist who takes the time to understand your situation, get in touch today.
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Bethel Hall, Morton Lane, East Morton, Keighley BD20 5UE
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Accreditations
We know it can feel impossible to find the right help. We are chartered psychologists with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have helped hundreds of people just like you in the past.
We are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, having attained the highest levels of training within Clinical Psychology. We aim to uphold professional and ethical values of respect, competence, responsibility and integrity.
