I’m a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in the cancer and brain tumour communities. In 2012 I established a young adult cancer psychology NHS service which I still lead today. I also co-founded and currently co-chair the UK young adult cancer psychology network and it’s international version. I have a special interest in neurodivergence and have enjoyed speaking on podcasts about the many meanings of my own late diagnosis of ADHD in my 40s.
I have a social media platform where I share reflections, concepts and strategies with the cancer community and more generally anyone facing distress, transition and challenge. I also talk about neurodiversity.
I focus on all aspects of lived experience for both patients and loved ones, in particular the invisible effects of illness after treatment (which I call “the second wave”) that often go unnamed. I talk about tuning into one’s authentic self, navigating uncertainty and internal challenges (such as anxiety, fatigue, pain) on your own terms and how to shine a light on some of the scripts and influences around us. I name common aspects of life after cancer that are often harder to identify such as feeling unwitnessed and disconnected, the inevitable but invisible scare of health anxiety and the impacts relationally, sexually, spiritually and emotionally. I offer specific techniques for managing aspects of treatment such as chemotherapy and breaking bad news to children.
Alongside therapy and running a service, I also lead research, campaign, write national guidelines, teach and deliver professional training and specialist supervision.
Clare Jacobson
Clinical Psychologist
ADHD, Anxiety and stress, Chronic illness and pain, Couples therapy, Depression, Divorce and separation, Family wellbeing, Grief and bereavement, Identity and self-worth, Life transitions, Menopause, Nervous system regulation, Neurodiversity, Parenting and family, Relationships and attachment, Wellness, Women’s health
Adults, Children & young people, Healthcare professionals, Midlife adults, Older adults, Parents & caregivers, Teenagers, Women, Young adults
Media (interview / commentary), Panels / webinars, Podcast guesting, Speaking (events / keynote / panels), Writing (contributor / author)
I’m a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in the cancer and brain tumour communities. In 2012 I established a young adult cancer psychology NHS service which I still lead today. I also co-founded and currently co-chair the UK young adult cancer psychology network and it’s international version. I have a special interest in neurodivergence and have enjoyed speaking on podcasts about the many meanings of my own late diagnosis of ADHD in my 40s.
I have a social media platform where I share reflections, concepts and strategies with the cancer community and more generally anyone facing distress, transition and challenge. I also talk about neurodiversity.
I focus on all aspects of lived experience for both patients and loved ones, in particular the invisible effects of illness after treatment (which I call “the second wave”) that often go unnamed. I talk about tuning into one’s authentic self, navigating uncertainty and internal challenges (such as anxiety, fatigue, pain) on your own terms and how to shine a light on some of the scripts and influences around us. I name common aspects of life after cancer that are often harder to identify such as feeling unwitnessed and disconnected, the inevitable but invisible scare of health anxiety and the impacts relationally, sexually, spiritually and emotionally. I offer specific techniques for managing aspects of treatment such as chemotherapy and breaking bad news to children.
Alongside therapy and running a service, I also lead research, campaign, write national guidelines, teach and deliver professional training and specialist supervision.
Background & Qualifications
BSc, MSc, DClinPsy
HCPC, BPS, Doctorate, Masters, Degree
Media / PR, Podcast, Speaking, Writing
20+ years