The Team

I am a medical doctor trained in Neuropsychiatry and a neuroscientist.  

I am particularly interested in combining pharmacological, cognitive and behavioural approaches to dopamine and noradrenaline modulation for the treatment of attention and memory deficits, mood dysregulation, impulsive and addictive behaviour, dyspraxia, and language impairment. 

I have pioneered the use of a novel MRI method based on Diffusion Tractograhy for the study of brain connections crucial for the development of language, visual memory, attention, fine motor skills, social behaviour and emotions. I have applied Tractography to further our understanding of brain disorders like Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder, Stroke, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury and Brain Tumours. The results of my research have contributed to a better understanding of the underlying causes of these disorders and improve their diagnosis and treatment. 

I have received several awards, written more than 120 scientific papers and had my work featured across the BBC, Reuters and CNN and many popular science magazines including Scientific American Mind, Science and the New Scientist. I am co-editor (Neuroanatomy section) and author of the 42nd edition of the Gray's Anatomy and have co-authored several other books that have been awarded international prizes. 

I am one of the three international members that compose the medical committee of World Athletics federation responsible for anti-doping regulation (Therapeutic Use Exemption) and have provided expert opinion to the international Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). 

I am Professor of Psychiatry at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London and hold a Hon Consultant Psychiatrist position at the Adult ADHD Clinic, Maudsley Hospital and at the Low  Grade Glioma Clinic, King's College Hospital. 

Dr Emanuela Grima is a Clinical Psychologist who completed her BSc (Hons) Psychology at the University of Exeter. She then completed her MSc in Neuroscience at the Institute of Psychiatry (King’s College London) and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Birmingham.

Dr Grima has experience carrying out psychological assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health problems.

She has worked with people experiencing a variety of mental health difficulties including low mood/depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, stress, psychosis and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She has worked with people across all age groups and in a range of settings, including NHS inpatient and outpatient.

Dr Grima has a particular interest in Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy approaches and is a qualified Mindfulness trainer. She is also the founder of a Mindfulness Center in Italy and organizes and runs Mindfulness and Compassion retreats in Umbria, Italy.

Dr Grima’s work draws on a wide range of evidence-based psychological models including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy. She can offer therapy in both English and Italian.

My experience, qualifications and philosophy have enabled me to work confidently with a number of different therapeutic approaches to facilitate each individual’s journey from addiction to recovery. I am interested in the treatment of all forms of addiction and relationship problems caused by both chemical and behavioural addictions.  

I have more than 20 years of experience working in substance misuse and criminal justice, both in the community and in residential settings. With a Masters in drug intervention strategy and a Diploma in counselling, I have developed both an academic and professional knowledge of motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioural therapies.

I spent 13 years working with one of the largest social care providers in the UK, gaining experience in a number of different areas including the rough sleeping communities, structured day programmes, alcohol services, and residential services. In addition to this, I have managed a number of residential services and drug intervention programmes across the UK, including an integrated alcohol service in the London Borough of Camden. 

Having launched my consultancy business in 2009, I have developed a number of group work programmes for the criminal justice service as well as residential services, in addition to launching a youth peer mentoring programme. In 2015 I co-founded Charterhouse Clinic Flore, a specialist alcohol and substance misuse residential service offering bespoke treatment programmes. 

I am a level 3 YMCA certified personal trainer with twenty years of experience in helping people achieving their fitness goals in different environments. I developed a special interest in mind and body fitness using motivational approaches, high intensity interval training,    

In 2009 I have obtained a certificate in Nutrition & Weight Management and in Client Lifestyle and Fitness Assessment (level 3). 

I help my clients to develop a comprehensive fitness and nutritional program tailored to their lifestyle, profession and personal profile. 

I am a general dental practitioner with a special interest in children and adults with dental anxiety and phobia, headache caused by stress and bruxism, dental and facial aesthetics.

I use a wide range of techniques including behavioural management,  relaxation, desensitisation, pain-free computer assisted anaesthetic injection, and conscious sedation. 

My comprehensive approach to aesthetics integrates advanced dental and facial treatments that include whitening, invisible alignment, veneers, composite bonding techniques for a non-invasive restoration, botox and dermafillers.

I currently hold a position as clinical teacher in the Paediatric Dept at King's College London and as speciality dentist in the Acute Dental Care Dept at King's College Hospital.