“I would highly recommend Dr Ward; she has helped my son with strategy and coping mechanisms enabling him to regain control of his life and hold down a full-time job. Dr Ward has also made herself available via email in case any issues arise between sessions which was very much appreciated. The sessions are set in a comfortable office which becomes familiar"

“Aileen and the Walden clinic were recommended by a family friend. It was important to me to have an in-person assessment rather than an online one. From the first point of contact Aileen was friendly, helpful, and professional. She explained the process well and was patient and understanding. Aileen sensed my anxiety so chatted with me in general to help me calm down until I was ready to commence. The diagnosis report was extremely detailed which made me feel understood and validated. I could tell that a lot of work and thought had gone into it. There were also a lot of helpful recommendations and links to relevant information. I would not hesitate to recommend Aileen."

"I think the service you offer is exceptional and very reasonably priced. You kept us well informed at all times and were friendly, knowledgeable, empathetic and easy to talk to."

“I would highly recommend Dr Ward; she has helped my son with strategy and coping mechanisms enabling him to regain control of his life and hold down a full-time job. Dr Ward has also made herself available via email in case any issues arise between sessions which was very much appreciated. The sessions are set in a comfortable office which becomes familiar and enables you to relax during the sessions. My son would not be where he is today without her expertise in Autism and OCD”

"We were referred to the Walden Clinic for an ASD assessment and from the initial communication Aileen was helpful and very efficient. We were seen very quickly, and Aileen explained the process and was open and approachable throughout the assessment. My daughter was supported throughout the assessment, and we were very grateful to Aileen and the team for the time, expertise and empathy that they brought. We cannot thank Aileen enough for help and support throughout the assessment."

“When I started using Dr Ward’s service, I had crippling OCD and didn’t know how to help myself fight this illness. Dr Ward was someone who listened and understood my problems and gave me direction to cope with my condition. Would highly recommend”

"Attending the Clinic at first wasn't an easy decision but Aileen was professional and warm for the whole experience and became a welcomed part of my week. She helped me get a better understanding of myself and from that I've made a lot of changes to my life for the better. Her knowledge in field is impressive, and explaining to me the psychology behind many of my own reactions or behaviours allowed me to dispel some of my own assumptions about myself. Worth it for sure, thanks Aileen"

"I would recommend the Walden Clinic to anyone in need of some help at a certain point of their life, or even just curious to better understand how mental processes, habits and behaviours work. I found a safe environment, where therapy was adapted to my needs. An enjoyable and useful experience."

"In my sessions with Aileen I laughed, cried, got angry, and often felt deeply uncomfortable — and that’s why I can’t recommend working with her highly enough. Using a Compassion Focused Therapy approach she encouraged me to become more aware of my feelings and enabled me to become more compassionate towards others but, more importantly, to myself. She is attentive, organised, and yet flexible in the sessions and I always felt safe to speak honestly and openly. Aileen has a real understanding of how the brain, and indeed the body, works and can explain reactions and responses so clearly. I’ve worked with a few counsellors and clinical psychologists in the past, but Aileen really helped me to understand myself better – and to like myself a little more. While I still need to keep working on issues, I’m more at peace with myself and my place in this world than I ever have been. I cannot thank her enough for that."

“I recently received treatment from Aileen at the Walden Clinic for anxiety, stress and depression. This was not my first experience with counselling. My first experience was with different practitioner, I got nothing from that experience. The treatment I received from Aileen was far superior. Aileen used Compassion Focused Therapy to help me understand how my life experiences have shaped my current behaviours. More importantly I am now equipped with the knowledge I need to frame my experiences in a more positive and constructive way. I would highly recommend Aileen and the Walden Clinic."

“I have worked with Aileen for the past 6 months while going through a difficult period in my life and dealing with low mood and anxiety. While I had accessed therapy in the past, I had not been to a professional psychologist like Aileen, and I'm so pleased I made this decision to see her. She is incredibly friendly and down to earth, and instantly made me feel at ease from the beginning of our sessions. She is incredibly patient and understanding, and I felt very comfortable sharing my struggles with her. She took great effort in understanding my background and worked with me throughout the sessions in helping me to understand this, and the impact it has on my behaviours. I feel very confident that I now have the tools and knowledge to help manage challenges which I may face moving forward. I can't recommend Aileen enough and wouldn't hesitate to seek her support again if needed."

“As a person who's never felt confident sharing emotions or even acknowledging them myself, the journey of therapy seemed like an extremely daunting thought. However, Aileen put me at ease within minutes of our first interaction. As the weeks continued, I started to realize therapy isn't just about addressing issues or life events - it's about personal growth, self-discovery and the opportunity to become the best version of yourself. Throughout my journey, Aileen has been a motivator, reality checker, inspirer and applauder - The support provided was invaluable."

“Before I met Aileen, I went through some difficult experiences with mental health services and worried that no one would be able to understand me or help me. I was struggling with my relationship with food and my body, scared of my own thoughts, and had recently received a diagnosis of autism. Aileen did a wonderful job of helping me to understand my identity as an autistic person, and to discover the person I could be when I let go of my fears. Aileen has such a compassionate approach and was always eager to help me feel more comfortable, whilst empowering me to face uncomfortable things that would really help in the long run. I learned so much on my journey with Aileen, she has an abundance of wisdom to share. The difference in my mood and thinking in just under a year is incredible, and I wouldn't hesitate to seek Aileen's support again in the future!”

“I spent the last year working with Aileen from The Walden Clinic using EMDR therapy to resolve some experiences from my past. Aileen provided a friendly safe place where I felt comfortable to be open and honest about my feelings, her approach was flexible based on what was going on in my life. I finished therapy feeling much better and with tools to help prevent a relapse. I would highly recommend Aileen and The Walden Clinic."

"I would really recommend working with Aileen, she is very professional and really good listener which helps during the sessions. I am not someone who trusts easily, and Aileen gave me the feeling that she was truly and always "on my side" which helped me open up and work through the issues. I also liked the fact she was straight forward. If you are a strong character who needs someone to be strong enough too and not feel overwhelmed, I could really recommend Aileen also."

“I was referred to the Walden Clinic for my daughter following a session with a different psychologist regarding my daughter’s anxiety. I contacted the Walden clinic to have my daughter assessed for ASD and ADHD. I was very nervous at first as I didn’t know what to expect as my daughter is only 6. Aileen was excellent and explained the whole process to me. Aileen took time to understand what was going on, it was a very robust process taking account of my daughter’s child development until the present age. I felt supported throughout the process and felt at ease with Aileen. When it came to the face-to-face assessments my daughter was anxious, Aileen and Jill were brilliant and made sure my daughter felt at ease. The reports are very detailed and provide lots of helpful details on further support networks. The reports provide a list of recommendations which has greatly assisted me to ensure my daughter’s school make reasonable adjustments following the diagnosis. I would highly recommend the services provided by the Walden clinic and Dr Ward. ”

“When I first reached out to The Walden Clinic, I was going through one of the hardest times of my life and couldn’t imagine how anyone could help me through it. From that very first call, Aileen made me feel safe and supported. Through EMDR therapy, she helped me make sense of things I’d carried for years and finally let go of the feelings that had been weighing me down. Aileen’s calm and compassionate approach gave me the confidence and peace of mind I had been missing for a while. I now feel stronger, calmer and genuinely proud of where I am today. It’s been the best thing I’ve ever done for myself, and I would recommend The Walden Clinic to anyone who is struggling - there is always hope, and help out there."

“I honestly can’t thank Dr. Aileen enough. When I first started, I didn’t really think I would benefit this much, but our sessions have completely changed the way I see things. I have so much more clarity and a better outlook on life now. Every time I leave a session, I feel lighter, almost like I’m starting fresh again. She’s incredibly kind, patient, and really knows what she’s doing. Her advice always makes sense and actually works in real life. She’s professional, understanding, and genuinely cares. I’m really grateful for everything she’s helped me with."

“I just want to say thank you so very much for all your help and guidance, Jan, you are absolutely fantastic and I’m glad I connected with you. I have told the WPA I highly recommend you if they ever get someone that needs a therapist in that area. You really have helped me think more and understand the way I have been, onwards and upwards all thanks to you, I am getting stronger all the time and life feels good for a change."

After receiving an adult diagnosis of ADHD, I began therapy with Aileen—and I can’t recommend her highly enough. Her support has been truly transformative in helping me manage constant overwhelm and better understand my ADHD brain. From the very beginning, I felt safe opening up to her. Each session left me feeling positive, motivated, and more in control. Through EMDR, she helped me work through decades of guilt and feelings of laziness. I’ve gained supportive strategies to manage stress and a clearer understanding of my brain’s unique tendencies. Not only has my self-awareness improved, but my relationships with my husband and children have grown stronger. I now feel able to be vulnerable and share my thoughts and feelings without the constant fear of being judged or told I’m not good enough. Thanks to Aileen, I feel empowered to embrace my unique self. I now see myself as a strong, confident, and capable woman—and that’s a gift I’ll carry with me for life.