About Low Tide Therapy
Low Tide Therapy aims to equip clients with confidence and resilience by building on their existing skills, values, and experiences.
Led by Dr. Felix Higgins-Stocken, a Clinical Psychologist, we combine evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and trauma-informed therapies with innovative techniques such as nature- and community-based interventions.
Collaborative Work
We are committed to working alongside organisations, professionals, and community to ensure our services are both effective and impactful.
We prioritise honesty in what we can offer, guiding clients toward NHS or other services when appropriate.
About Felix
My interest in mental health began early in life and was shaped by personal experiences that made me curious about how we make sense of pain, connection, recovery and healing. This curiosity first landed in Religious Studies, before evolving into a deeper exploration of Philosophy, eventually leading me to Psychology. Over time, what began as personal reflection became a professional commitment to understanding the human mind and supporting others in navigating others in navigating their own challenges.
As a Clinical Psychologist, my approach is informed by rigorous training, diverse clinical experience, and an appreciation for the complex ways people relate to themselves, others, and the world around them. I've worked across NHS and community settings, and continue to value collaboration with public services, even as I explore more flexible and innovative ways of offering care.
A personally meaningful part of my practice is working with nature. I am continually inspired how natural spaces can support reflection, regulation, and resilience. This belief led me to founding Low Tide Therapy as a space for evidence-based, creative and compassionate psychological consultation and support, rooted in connection to place and community.
Qualifications and Clinical Experience
I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a MSc in Affective Disorders, and BSc in Psychology & Philosophy. I have experience working in community settings such as Adult Mental Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Paediatrics, and Dementia and Older Person Mental Health, as well as inpatient settings such Neonatal Services and Psychiatric Intensive Care, all involving a wide range of different clinical presentations.
In addition to my core training, I have undertaken further development in several evidence-based therapeutic models and approaches, including:
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Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
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Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)
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Systemic and Family Therapy
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Attachment-Based Models
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Trauma-Informed Approaches
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Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing)
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Ecopsychological frameworks.
My practice integrates these models flexibly, shaped by each person's unique story, needs, and context, always with a commitment to person-centred, collaborative care and holistic wellbeing.
Professional Registrations and Values
I am registered with HCPC, BPS, and ACP-UK, ensuring our practice adheres to the highest professional and ethical standards.