About me
I am a Registered Psychologist (HCPC Registered) offering specialist psychological therapies tailored to each individual. My approach is grounded in compassion and evidence-based practice, combined with a deep respect for each person’s unique experiences, strengths, and needs. I am recognised as a mental health care provider with all the major health insurance companies (e.g. AXA, BUPA, Aviva, Pru Health).
As a specialist in psychological therapies with over 25 years experience, I adapt and integrate different therapeutic approaches to ensure support is responsive, collaborative, and effective. Some individuals wish to explore their early life experiences; some wish to find ways of decreasing unwanted emotions (e.g. depression or anxiety); some wish to develop a toolkit to help them in specific situations; some wish to explore their current relationships; and some wish to work through difficult life events (e.g. trauma). Whatever it is that you wish to work through in therapy, I aim to provide a warm and welcoming space where you feel comfortable to discuss whatever is troubling you.
I have many years experience in a range of evidence-based, NICE (National Institute of Clinical and Health Excellence) recommended approaches including humanistic therapies, EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing), CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy and mindfulness-based approaches (including Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness for Health (often helpful for chronic pain). I work in a neuro-affirmative way, recognising neurodivergence as a natural variation of human experience and creating a therapeutic space that is inclusive, respectful, and empowering.
I provide ADHD assessments for adults, offering thorough, evidence-based evaluations that aim to bring clarity, understanding, and practical recommendations. My assessment process is supportive and transparent, helping clients make sense of their experiences and identify meaningful next steps.
Alongside therapy and assessment work, I offer mindfulness-based interventions, supporting individuals to develop greater awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience in their daily lives.
I also work with organisations, delivering psychologically informed support, consultation, and training. This includes promoting mental wellbeing, neurodiversity awareness, and sustainable ways of working that benefit both individuals and teams.
Overall, my practice is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and professionalism, with a focus on helping people (and organisations) thrive.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
- Practitioner Doctorate in Counselling Psychology
- MSc (with merit) Applied Forensic Psychology
- Post-MSc Diploma in Counselling Psychology
- Postgraduate Certificate in the Foundations of Psychological Counselling
- BSc (hons) Psychology
- Postgraduate Certificate of Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PGCert in HE)
- Mindfulness Teacher Training (Mindfulness for Stress/MBSR, Mindfulness for Health,
- Mindfulness in Schools (Paws B and .b)
- Diploma in HypnoBirthing
Membership:
- Counselling Psychologist - Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registered
- Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Chartered Psychologist:
- Division of Counselling Psychology - Fellow and Registered Practitioner of the Higher Education Academy
- Accredited Mindfulness Teacher with Breathworks
Former work for Professional Body:
I formerly worked as Registrar for the BPS (British Psychological Society) Qualification in Counselling Psychology (QCoP) and latterly as Chief Assessor for the Qualification; and have previously served the Society's (BPS) Training Committee for Counselling Psychology for several years.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I also offer additional services, including ADHD assessments for adults, consultancy for organisations, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction groups (MBSR), Mindfulness for Health (pain) groups, Mindfulness in Schools (both the Paws b (7-11 year olds) and .b programmes (11-18 year olds), workshops and media work. I am a fully trained HypnoBirthing teacher, which is a full antenatal training preparing couples for a calm and confident birth.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£100.00 - £130.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Remote/Online sessions - £100
In-person sessions in Shrewsbury or Wellington, Telford - £130
Trainee therapists, NHS Staff, British Armed Forces and reduced rate appointments:
I offer a discount on appointments for members of the British Armed Forces, Blue Light workers and NHS Health Professionals. Please discuss upon enquiry. I also have a sliding scale for those unable to afford the regular fee and am therefore able to offer some reduced rate appointments - please enquire for further information.
When I work
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Wednesdays - Remote Clinic
Thursdays - Wellington Clinic
Fridays - Shrewsbury Clinic
Further information
I am recognised as a mental health care provider with all the major health insurance companies (e.g. BUPA, AXA, Aviva, Pru Health).
Appointments are either weekly, fortnightly, monthly or at the client's convenience.
Ethics: I am a Counselling Psychologist which means that I abide by the Professional Code of Conduct of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Therefore, you have every right to expect that I will conduct myself professionally, responsibly and according to the ethical laws, regulations, and code of conduct of these organisations, of which I am a full professional member.
