Anaesthesia Mediclinic Al Noor Hospital Abu Dhabi
- +971 2 626 5265
- Khalifa Street, Abu Dhabi
Joanne Smith Clinical Nurse Specialist London is a dedicated and highly experienced mental health professional. She has worked in the field of eating disorders since 1995, offering expert care across inpatient, day patient, and outpatient settings. With over two decades of experience in both the NHS and private sector, Joanne provides a warm, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual’s journey.
Joanne’s qualifications reflect her deep commitment to excellence. She holds the Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity award from the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCFED). She also completed training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) through the Association for Psychological Therapies (APT). These advanced qualifications allow her to support individuals struggling with complex and co-occurring issues.
Additionally, Joanne spent more than a year as part of the DBT team at Priory Hospital North London, co-facilitating DBT skills development groups. This hands-on experience means clients benefit from proven techniques rooted in structured therapeutic models.
Every person’s mental health journey is unique. That’s why Joanne Smith Clinical Nurse Specialist London offers an integrative approach. She carefully adapts her methods to suit individual needs, preferences, and goals. Whether you require structured therapy or a more flexible, supportive approach, Joanne provides the tools you need to thrive.
Her clinical approach ensures that treatment plans are both practical and compassionate. By combining several psychological techniques, she creates a space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to make lasting change.
Joanne offers support for a wide range of mental health concerns. These include:
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Self-harm
Personality disorders
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Exercise and food addiction
Binge eating disorder (BED)
Anorexia nervosa
Bulimia nervosa
OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders)
By addressing the root causes, not just symptoms, Joanne helps clients regain control and confidence in their lives.
Joanne is a Registered Mental Health Nurse, having completed Project 2000 training at University College Hospital, London. Her additional qualifications include:
NCFED Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity
ACT and DBT certifications from APT
She has worked with The Priory since 1995, excluding a two-year period in the NHS. Her long-standing commitment to mental health care speaks volumes about her dedication and expertise.
