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Professional Experience

• Consultant Psychiatrist in Psycho-Oncology at The Christie since 2019, assessing and treating inpatients and outpatients with mental health needs linked to cancer (The Christie profile)
• Previously held consultant positions in liaison psychiatry, old age psychiatry, and served as Medical Director at an independent mental health hospital, also acting as Caldicott Guardian and Responsible Officer for licensure revalidation (The Christie profile)
• Academic appointments (honorary and employed) at multiple institutions, contributing to training and supervision of mental health professionals (The Christie profile)

Academic Contributions

• Published peer-reviewed research in psycho-oncology and psychiatry (16+ publications listed on ResearchGate) (ResearchGate profile)
• Recent narrative review: “Psychological interventions for cancer-related post-traumatic stress disorder” (2024) — discusses evidence and gaps in treating PTSD in cancer patients (PubMed / BJPsych Bulletin)
• Contributor to studies on distress screening in cancer populations (e.g. psychometric evaluations of GAD-7, PHQ-9) (Nature / SciProfiles)
• Authored a book **The Body of the Group: Sexuality and Gender in Group Analysis** exploring group analytic theory applied to themes of sexuality and gender in therapeutic settings (Karnac Books)
• Interested in research on mental health of clinicians, gender and sexuality, training of psychotherapists, and use of group analytic methods (Karnac Books, Christie profile)

Areas of Expertise

• Diagnosis and management of depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, trauma in cancer patients
• Psychological interventions for cancer-related PTSD, drawing on cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), EMDR, and psychodynamic methods
• Distress screening and referral in oncology settings (using tools like GAD-7, PHQ-9) (Nature feasibility study)
• Group analysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy, with a focus on gender, sexuality, identity
• Mental health of clinicians and staff stress using mentalisation and group analytic techniques

Patient Care Philosophy

• Clear, compassionate communication: translating psychological concepts into accessible terms for patients and families
• Holistic care: integrating mental health support within oncology care pathways rather than as separate services
• Psychotherapeutic support: drawing on group analytic, psychodynamic, and evidence-based therapy methods
• Attention to identity, gender, and trauma in the therapeutic context
• Support for the mental health of health professionals in stressful cancer care environments

Professional Affiliations

• Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (Karnac Books profile)
• Institute of Group Analysis (IGA) (Karnac Books profile)
• United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) (Karnac Books profile)
• British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) (Karnac Books profile)
• Holds memberships in psychotherapy and analytic societies, participates in supervision and training roles

FAQs

Is Dr Daniel Anderson board-certified?

Yes — he is a qualified psychiatrist and a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, holding consultant status in the UK.

What kinds of psychological interventions does he provide?

He offers psychotherapeutic treatments including CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic therapy, group analysis, and trauma-focused interventions adapted for cancer patients.

Does he treat international patients?

While his primary practice is within The Christie NHS Trust in the UK, he may consider referrals depending on case and arrangements; public sources do not explicitly detail international practice.

How long is the typical course of therapy?

Therapy duration depends on individual needs: some patients receive short-term support during treatment, others may engage in longer-term therapy for deeper psychological issues.

What languages does he speak?

Public sources list English as his clinical language; additional languages are not specified in available profiles.

Is Dr Anderson still active in research?

Yes — he continues to publish, engage in academic projects, and supervise studies, notably in psycho-oncology, clinician wellbeing, and psychotherapy.