MKD THERAPY
EMDR Therapist & Supervisor in Preston for Adults & Children
Welcome to MKD Therapy, offering specialist EMDR and Cognitive Behavioural psychotherapy and clinical supervision in Preston, Lancashire. I'm Marlena Davies, a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist and EMDR Europe accredited practitioner with over 16 years' experience.
I provide evidence-based EMDR therapy for adults and children from age 7, helping clients overcome trauma, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, phobias and depression. As an EMDR Child & Adolescent specialist, I'm one of the few therapists in Lancashire qualified to work with young people using this highly effective approach.
I also offer EMDR clinical supervision for therapists seeking accreditation, drawing on my experience as a lecturer at the University of Lancashire. Sessions are available in-person at my Preston clinic or online throughout the UK.
About Me
With over 16 years of experience across both public and private sectors, I offer a compassionate, expert-driven approach to mental health and psychological support in Preston. I am an accredited Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I am also Europe Accredited EMDR Practitioner for children, adolescents and adults.
My career has spanned a range of settings—from local authorities to delivering talking therapies within the NHS, including specialist roles in health psychology, stroke, and spinal injury care.
I have worked with children, young people, and adults, supporting individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, long-term health conditions, and neurodivergence.
My work also includes providing therapy within educational settings and supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
In addition to clinical work, I am a Lecturer at a leading university, teaching on postgraduate programmes in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I also serve as a Clinical Supervisor, mentoring and guiding fellow professionals in their therapeutic practice.
My experience includes working with organisations such as Bupa, AXA, and leading legal firms, bringing a high standard of care and insight to every client and partner I support.
I am professionally trained to conduct comprehensive ADHD assessments and provide accurate diagnoses.
My Approach
I specialise in helping clients manage and recover from trauma, panic attacks, anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias and other emotional difficulties. Utilising evidence-based therapies such as CBT and EMDR, I tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each client, empowering them to develop resilience, improve emotional regulation, and achieve lasting change.
Areas of Expertise:
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Trauma & PTSD Recovery
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Depression
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Social Anxiety, Health Anxiety
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Panic attacks
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Phobias
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Sleep problems and nightmares
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Stress & Emotional Regulation
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Low Self-Esteem & Confidence Building
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Behavioural & Emotional Challenges in Children & Adolescents
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ADHD Assessments, Treatments and Coaching
Who I Work With:
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Children – Supporting young clients with emotional regulation, anxiety, and trauma in a way that is engaging and developmentally appropriate.
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Adolescents – Helping teens navigate emotional struggles, build resilience, and develop positive coping strategies.
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Adults – Providing compassionate therapy to address past trauma, stress, and mental health challenges, promoting personal growth and well-being.
I believe in the power of therapy to transform lives and I am committed to guiding my clients toward a brighter, healthier future.
EMDR Supervision
As a University lecturer, EMDR Europe accredited practitioner, a Consultant-in-training for both Children and Adults, I offer clinical supervision to therapists seeking EMDR accreditation. My specialism in Child & Adolescent EMDR makes me one of few supervisors in Lancashire qualified to support therapists working with young people. Supervision available online UK-wide.
