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Dr Jo Stuart

Dr Jo Stuart

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Consultant Psychologist

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Join date: Aug 15, 2022

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Dr Jo Stuart is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of experience working with adults and older teenagers. She has extensive expertise in anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), trauma, health anxiety, chronic pain, stress, and relationship challenges, and has particular experience supporting C-level executives, consultants, professionals, and those in the public eye.


Alongside her clinical work, Jo provides supervision and training to other psychologists, ensuring her practice remains informed by the latest research and evidence-based approaches. She is trained in a wide range of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Couples Counselling, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), and Systemic Therapy.


Jo also has specialist expertise in supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, including those within the LGBTQ+ community, and is committed to providing an inclusive and affirming therapeutic environment. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and flexible.

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Mar 7, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Navigating the High-Performance Burnout Cycle
High-performance burnout often hits those who seem capable, reliable, and productive. Ambition and responsibility drive them, but when tied to self-worth, they can become exhausting. Early signs include irritability, fogginess, and low enjoyment. Recovery isn’t just rest—it’s learning to set limits, pace yourself, and relate to work and pressure in a healthier way.
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Oct 31, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Living with ADHD: Finding Focus and Compassion in Everyday Life
Living with ADHD can sometimes feel like being tuned into every channel at once — ideas, emotions, and tasks all competing for your attention. While this can bring energy and creativity, it can also make daily life feel overwhelming. At Hampstead Psychology, we work with adults and young people to help them understand their ADHD, develop practical strategies, and build a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Understanding ADHD Beyond the Stereotypes ADHD (Attention Deficit...
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Oct 31, 2025 ∙ 2 min
Understanding Autistic Burnout: When Life Becomes Too Much
Autistic burnout isn’t the same as ordinary stress or exhaustion — it’s a deep, overwhelming fatigue that comes from navigating a world not built for autistic people. It can affect every part of life: energy levels, mood, memory, communication, and even a sense of identity. At Hampstead Psychology, we often hear autistic clients describe burnout as “hitting a wall”  — a point where daily demands, masking, or constant sensory and social strain become too much to manage. What Is Autistic...
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