Fernwood Clinic

19/08/2022

Dear All, this is to notify you that Fernwood Clinic is now permanently closed. This is due to our owner Ana Hood and her family relocating to Italy. It has been an absolute privilege to work in the Balham community over the past six and a half years. We have successfully supported over 2000 lovely clients and will miss working here. For other alternative HCPC registered psychologists, please visit the BPS website and Psychology today.
Wishing you all the best.
Fernwood Clinic Team

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