Smart TMS

Edinburgh, Scotland

Duncan's journey in mental health work began in 2017 volunteering and fundraising for men's mental health charity CALM, whilst completing Undergraduate study at UCL in London. After graduating he pursued work in research, developing national research projects with disabled children's charity Family Fund. Desiring more hands on experience in mental health, Duncan transitioned into working in an NHS acute psychiatric ward during the COVID-19 pandemic, developing a wide ranging understanding of mental health conditions, treatments and practices. Duncan went on to cultivate his knowledge of mental health theory and therapeutic approaches studying for a Master of Science degree in the Psychology of Mental Health at Edinburgh University, and graduated with distinction. He then went on to apply this knowledge and deepen his practice delivering patient-centred, empathetic mental health care in a community reablement team.
 
Duncan's mental health practice combines patient-centred, compassionate curiosity with a theoretical understanding that helps to frame and contextualise issues. He is constantly challenging himself to better understand each patient's worlds from their perspective.
 
Outside his work Duncan can often be found on the climbing wall, at the gym, or playing 'Dungeons and Dragons' with friends.