Owain Winfield

Overview

The practice is led by Owain Winfield, a UK-based psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health and addiction. He combines established psychotherapeutic approaches with contemporary work in psychedelic-assisted therapies, particularly ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). His practice focuses on evidence-informed, compassionate care designed to reduce suffering and support lasting psychological change.

Owain works across clinical, training, and consultancy settings, supporting individual clients and organisations. They emphasise safety, ethical practice, and integration of medical oversight with psychotherapy to maximise therapeutic benefit.

Best for

This provider is best suited for adults seeking specialist psychotherapy for treatment-resistant mood disorders, trauma-related presentations, addictions, or those exploring ketamine-assisted therapy as part of a broader treatment plan.

• Individuals with depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, addictions, or eating disorders
• Clients who have tried at least two conventional treatments and are seeking alternative, evidence-informed options
• Practitioners and services seeking training, supervision, or consultancy in psychedelic-assisted approaches

Approach

The clinic offers an integrated model that pairs ketamine administration with structured psychotherapy. Treatment typically begins with a medical assessment by a prescribing clinician to confirm suitability and ensure medical safety. Preparation therapy sessions help clarify goals, build therapeutic rapport, and prepare clients for ketamine sessions.

Ketamine administration sessions are delivered in-clinic (lozenge or intramuscular) in a monitored setting and last around three hours, with integration therapy typically offered the following day. The practice emphasises repeated weekly sessions (commonly six) alongside psychotherapy to support sustained neuroplastic and antidepressant effects.

Beyond KAP, the practice provides conventional psychotherapy, trauma-focused therapy, and tailored training and supervision for clinicians and services. Consultancy work supports implementation of remote delivery, digitally assisted therapy, and psychedelic-assisted treatment pathways.

Education and Training

The clinician has a long professional history including roles in the NHS, academic affiliation with Exeter University, and private clinical practice. The team comprises medical, psychological, and psychotherapeutic professionals who are formally trained in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and related clinical governance.

Support

Clients receive comprehensive support before, during, and after ketamine sessions. This includes a medical safety assessment, preparation therapy to set intentions and expectations, monitored administration in-clinic, and integration therapy to process experiences and translate insights into daily life.

The practice follows clear safety protocols and works within an ethical framework that prioritises informed consent, confidentiality, and inclusive practice. Additional practical support, such as assistance with transport or accommodation, is available for clients travelling to clinic locations.

Practical details

Sessions are offered in a blended format with online psychotherapy available and ketamine administration delivered in-clinic in Bedford and Exeter. Typical treatment pathways include an initial medical assessment, at least two preparation therapy sessions, six weekly ketamine administration sessions with next-day integration therapy, and a follow-up medical review.

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.