Award-Winning School Mental Health Support for London's Independent Schools
AWARD WINNER · GHP MENTAL HEALTH AWARDS 2026When a child is struggling, they deserve expert support. Not a waiting list.
Regal Private Therapy Practice provides specialist psychological support for children and young people — working directly with London's independent and private schools, and with the families of pupils who need more than their school can offer alone.
Our team of HCPC-registered, doctoral-level clinical psychologists has been recognised with the GHP Mental Health Award for Excellence in School-Based Interventions and Wellbeing Support 2026 — the only practice in London to hold this distinction.
FOR SCHOOLSA specialist partner for your pastoral and wellbeing team
We understand the demands placed on school wellbeing staff. In-house counsellors and pastoral teams do vital work, but there are times when a pupil needs the depth of specialist clinical psychology that only a dedicated practice can provide.
Regal works in partnership with independent and private schools across London, providing a trusted referral pathway for pupils whose needs go beyond the school's in-house capacity, and, where appropriate, delivering in-school sessions that keep the child in a familiar environment.
What we offer schools
A clear, confidential referral pathway for pupils with complex mental health needs
In-school sessions delivered by doctoral-level clinical psychologists — we come to you
Written reports and outcome summaries to support your SENCO and safeguarding records
Consultation for pastoral staff and DSLs on supporting specific pupils
Assessment and formulation for ADHD, autism, anxiety, EBSA, and behavioural presentations
Therapeutic support plans aligned with EHCPs and SEN provision
Staff training and CPD on children's mental health and emotionally based school avoidance
Designed for independent and private schools
We have built our service specifically with the independent school context in mind. We understand the particular pressures your pupils face: academic competition, high parental expectation, performance anxiety, the social intensity of boarding and day school life, and we bring that understanding to every piece of clinical work we deliver.
Our clinicians are experienced in working alongside school pastoral teams, providing communication that is timely, clear, and appropriate for a school safeguarding context. We operate within robust clinical governance frameworks and carry full professional indemnity insurance.
FOR PARENTSYour child doesn't have to wait for the help they need
If you're worried about your child and the national waiting list feels impossibly long, you're not alone. Many families in London are in the same position; their child is struggling, the school is doing what it can, but the specialist support just isn't there quickly enough.
Regal Private Therapy Practice provides expert, confidential psychological support for children and young people from age 5 to 18. Our clinicians are doctoral-level, HCPC-registered clinical psychologists with deep experience in the specific pressures facing pupils at London's independent schools.
We offer appointments within two weeks. In person, at our Marylebone clinic. Or securely online.
We support children and young people with:
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Persistent worry, physical symptoms, overwhelming fear
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Attention, impulsivity, emotional regulation, school performance
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Emotionally based school avoidance, attendance difficulties
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Emotional dysregulation, anger, oppositional behaviour
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Early intervention and specialist support
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Particularly common in high-achieving school environments
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Performance anxiety, burnout, fear of failure
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Autism and neurodevelopmental differences, assessment, support and therapeutic work
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Withdrawal, loss of motivation, persistent sadness
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Bereavement, family breakdown, abuse, bullying
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Friendships, peer relationships, social anxiety
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Compassionate, evidence-based therapeutic support
Why families choose Regal
Doctoral-level HCPC-registered clinical psychologists — the highest level of independent psychological practice
Award-winning school-based expertise, recognised at the 2026 GHP Mental Health Awards
Appointments within two weeks — no lengthy waiting lists
In-person sessions in Marylebone, or in-school where appropriate
Evidence-based therapies including CBT, ACT, and ERP, tailored to your child's needs
Clear communication with your child's school — with your permission and your child's
Confidential, discreet, and sensitive to the particular culture of independent school life
MEET OUR CLINICIANSExpert clinical psychologists with specialist experience in young people's mental health
Regal Private Therapy Practice is led by two HCPC-registered doctoral Clinical Psychologists. Both hold doctoral-level qualifications and bring significant clinical experience working with children, adolescents and their families.
DClinPsy | BABCP-Accredited CBT Therapist | HCPC Registered | BPS Member
Dr. Ashleigh Powell
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Dr Ashleigh Powell is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Regal Private Therapy Practice. She completed her doctoral and postgraduate clinical training at Royal Holloway, University of London, and King's College London. A specialist in CBT, ACT, and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), she works with adults, adolescents, and children across anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and burnout.
DClinPsy, PGDip CBT, MSc Developmental Psychology, BSc Psychology | HCPC Registered | BABCP Accredited | BPS Chartered | Associate Fellow of the BPS
Dr. Bradley Powell
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Dr Bradley Powell is Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Regal Private Therapy Practice, and an award-winning Clinical Psychologist based in Harley Street. He provides CBT and integrative therapy for anxiety, OCD, trauma, panic, and low self-esteem, alongside specialist ADHD and autism assessments. His academic research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and he has served as a peer-reviewer for parliamentary briefings.
Named the best in London for school-based mental health support
In 2026, Regal Private Therapy Practice was awarded the GHP Mental Health Award for Excellence in School-Based Interventions and Wellbeing Support, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the independent mental health sector.
The Global Health and Pharma Mental Health Awards recognise exceptional practice in psychological care. This award, specifically, recognises the quality, rigour, and clinical effectiveness of our work supporting children and young people in school settings.
For schools and families considering Regal, this recognition provides independent validation that our approach meets the highest clinical and professional standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age range do you work with?
We work with children and young people from age 5 to 18. Our clinical team is experienced with both primary-age children and adolescents, and we adapt our approach to the developmental stage and individual needs of each young person.
Do you offer in-school sessions?
Yes. Where it is clinically appropriate and logistically feasible, our clinicians can deliver sessions at your school. This is particularly beneficial for younger children or for pupils whose anxiety makes travelling to a clinic difficult. Please mention this when you contact us and we will discuss the options.
How long is the waiting time?
We aim to offer an initial appointment within two weeks of referral. We do not maintain long waiting lists. If our capacity is temporarily reduced, we will tell you immediately and, where possible, suggest appropriate alternative provision.
What is the difference between a clinical psychologist and a counsellor?
A clinical psychologist holds a doctoral-level professional qualification (typically a DClinPsy) and is registered with the HCPC. They are trained to assess, formulate, and treat complex psychological difficulties across the full range of presentations. Counsellors provide valuable emotional support but typically work with less complex presentations and do not hold the same level of clinical training. All Regal clinicians are HCPC-registered doctoral Clinical Psychologists.
Will you communicate with my child's school?
Only with your explicit written consent, and your child's consent where appropriate. We take confidentiality extremely seriously. Where communication with school is agreed and beneficial, we provide written reports and attend review meetings as required.
Do you work with children who have an EHCP?
Yes. We are experienced in working alongside EHCP provision and can contribute to education, health and care plan reviews. Our written reports follow the standards required by local authorities and educational settings.
What therapies do you use?
Our clinicians are trained in a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and trauma-informed approaches. The approach used is always tailored to the individual child following a thorough assessment.
Ready to find out more?
Regal Private Therapy Practice is based in Marylebone, Central London, and provides specialist children's and adolescent mental health services to families and schools across London, including Kensington, Chelsea, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Hampstead, Highgate, Wimbledon, Richmond, Dulwich, and Chiswick.
We work with pupils from London's leading independent and private preparatory and senior schools, offering clinical psychology assessments, CBT, ACT, and therapeutic support for anxiety, ADHD, autism, exam stress, school refusal, and a wide range of behavioural and emotional difficulties in children and young people. All clinicians are HCPC-registered doctoral Clinical Psychologists.
