Lakeside Team

Dr Olufemi Oluwatayo

Medical Director

Dr Oluwatayo has extensive experience across the NHS and independent sector. He was previously a Welcome Research fellow and a Lecturer at the University of Manchester where he completed his Masters degree and his Psychiatry Training Programme.  He is passionate about caring for people with Mental Health needs and Autism.

Dr Victoria Vallentine

Head of Therapeutic Services and Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Victoria is Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist with experience in working in adult mental health, learning disabilities and developmental disorders.  She has specialist expertise in a number of psychological approaches including; Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Cognitive Analytic Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Systemically informed approaches.  She is registered with the British Psychological Society and the Health Care Professions Council.

Elise Stephen  

Principal Clincal Psychologist

Elise is a Principal Clinical Psychologist with experience working in adult mental health and secure/forensic settings. She is accredited with the Society for Dialectical behavior Therapy UK & Ireland, and is also experienced in using approaches including including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is registered with the British Psychological Society and the Health Professionals Council.