Psychological Practitioners

Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWP)s

PWP’s deliver guided self-help to adults with anxiety and depression, supporting people with a range of different low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) methods over the telephone, on line or in person. These methods include written exercises, computerised packages and mobile phone apps. They combine psychological practice with the very latest in low intensity CBT innovation, helping people move forward using structured, brief interventions.

We employ and train PWP trainees as well as qualified PWPs and Senior PWPs.  We support our PWPs throughout their training journey and, once qualified, support them to gain the necessary skills and experience to continue to grow with us.

Working as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) is a dynamic and impactful role. With ongoing opportunities for training and professional development, it is a role where you can continue to grow and expand your expertise. For those looking to make a tangible difference in people’s lives, while being part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, a career as a PWP is an incredibly rewarding path. It is more than a job—it is a chance to change lives, including your own, as you develop both professionally and personally. I have been working for HPFT for 4 years now and it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The Trust is deeply committed to providing high-quality care, and this dedication is reflected in the supportive and collaborative culture among the team. For anyone considering joining, I can confidently say it is a place where your career can thrive while making meaningful contributions to mental health care. Beverly Chakawata-Mhone, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner

Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP)

EMHP work with children and young people and their parents/ carers in schools across Hertfordshire.  They offer assessments and support children and young people with common mental health difficulties, particularly mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety, depression and behavioural difficulties, offering short-term cognitive-behavioural approaches. They support schools in promoting mental health within the school community, and providing information workshops on mental health and wellbeing.  We employ and train trainee EMHP as well as qualified EMHPs.

We support our EMHPs throughout their training journey and, once qualified, support them to gain the necessary skills and experience to continue to grow with us.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWP)

MHWPs offer wellbeing-focused psychologically informed interventions and coordinate care plans for adults with severe mental health problems.   Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (MHWP) are based in the community and have an important role in supporting adults of all ages to help them live fulfilling lives.  In HPFT we have MHWPs based in our community teams, but also in primary care and dedicated therapies teams.  We employ and train trainee MHWP as well as qualified MHWPs.

We support our MHWPs throughout their training journey and, once qualified, support them to gain the necessary skills and experience to continue to grow with us.

After completing the training with HPFT, I was able to put the knowledge and skills I gained into practice. The team here is so supportive, vibrant, and diverse in so many ways. I’ve felt welcomed from day one, and the hospitality has been phenomenal.The exposure I’ve had clinically has been invaluable. My strengths in counselling and delivering psychologically informed therapy have really come to the forefront. I also appreciate the opportunity to work with individuals with such a variety of complex diagnoses it makes the role so rewarding.The MHWP role is incredibly beneficial to the mental health team. My lived experience, combined with the training I received and the exposure I’m gaining, has been instrumental in my growth. Khay Harris, MHWP

The role of an MHWP offers a diverse and refreshing approach to working with individuals with severe mental health needs and is adaptable within various teams. I thoroughly enjoy being an MHWP within HPFT due to the support and enthusiasm shared by my colleagues and can't think of a better organisation to be part of.  Emily Walter, MHWP

Youth Intensive Psychological Practitioners (YIPPs)

Youth Intensive Psychological Practitioners (YIPPs) provide psychological assessment and interventions for young people (ages 13-17) with severe mental health needs. Working in inpatient and intensive home treatment services, YIPPs support recovery and help young people live fulfilling lives.

Working closely supervised by Clinical Psychologists they collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, to understand the young person’s difficulties and shape their psychological care.

YIPPs use assessment, engagement, and formulation skills under supervision to provide interventions, manage risks, and develop strategies to support them to manage daily living and self-care