About me
I believe passionately that people can change — even transform their lives — especially when held in a consistent, thoughtful therapeutic relationship.
This belief comes from over thirty years of experience as a therapist, and from my own journey through therapy.
I work with people navigating the challenges of our rapidly changing, often troubled and unsettling world — people who want to make sense of things inwardly while finding grounded, meaningful ways to live with care and healthy self-esteem.
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about how to respond to what’s happening around and within us. But I believe it’s both possible and important to stay engaged with the world, while holding onto who we are — our values, our aspirations, and our sense of possibility. That’s what I aim for every day in my own life, and in my work with others.
I work in a relational, trauma-informed, and person-centred way. My focus is less on diagnoses and more on the stories, patterns, and emotional experiences that shape our lives. I’m always curious about how best to be with — and help — each unique person who comes to me for therapy. That’s the work I love.
I welcome enquiries from adults of all ages and backgrounds who want to get below the surface — to understand more deeply what they need, and how to move towards becoming more fully themselves.
You might be facing questions around identity, grief, anxiety, shame, belonging, global uncertainty, personal trauma, or health. Or perhaps you’re simply feeling that something isn’t quite right. Whatever’s on your mind, you’re welcome to come and talk it over with me.
I’m committed to difference in all its forms and invite you into a space of honesty, care, and skilled attention.
If what I’ve written feels meaningful to you, please feel free to get in touch to see whether working together might be helpful.
Training, qualifications & experience
Professional Qualifications
I have a Diploma in Trauma Therapy (2018).
I have an M.Sc (with distinction) in Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, (1997).
I am a Certified Transactional Analyst with Clinical speciality, (Institute of Transactional Analysis,1997).
I gained my Counselling Diploma in Person-centred Counselling in 1992 from the Metanoia Institute.
I am a Senior Accredited Registrant of the NCPS and abide by their code of ethics.
I draw on many years experience and training in Transactional Analysis,
psychoanalysis, child development, attachment theory and a person centred philosophy. My work is trauma informed and relational and I draw on recent research and findings from neuroscience regarding how the brain, our bodies and our feelings all interrelate.
However, whatever expertise I have, its ultimately a unique and individual journey we will embark upon together. There has never been a "you and me" working together before and what we learn from that and how we manage that is an important part of the proces.
Areas of Specialism
While I’ve worked with a wide range of issues over many years, my core interest lies in the uniqueness of each person and what they bring to therapy.
Often, people come with insight into their difficulties — they may understand the roots of the problem and even what might help — yet still feel unable
to make real change. I have particular experience with the kinds of stuck or repeating emotional patterns that often show up as anxiety, shame, low self-worth, or a sense of disconnection. Therapy can help gently shift these patterns and make space for something more sustaining and potent.
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 National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
It is not always possible to be sure about what the problem is. Sometimes we just feel unhappy or dissatisfied or stuck in our lives or relationships. Sometimes we don't even have to be in any distress in order to want to have a safe and confidential space to come and explore where we want to go with our lives.
Whatever your difficulty or concern, whether it is on the list or not, do call or e-mail me and talk things over. If I feel I am not the best person to work with you I will give you the name of another person or organisation who will be able to help you.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£75.00 - £105.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I usually agree fees individually, after a conversation. My starting point is £75 per session, and the final fee takes into account what feels fair, your
ability to pay, and the time of day we meet.
I offer a small number of concessionary places for those on low incomes, pensions, or benefits. If this is something you’d need, please mention it when
you first get in touch, as these spaces are limited.
When I work
I work Monday to Thursday, mornings, late afternoons and early evenings.
Further information
I work from my peaceful, private practice space in Sydenham, South East London.
My approach is grounded in the belief that real change happens through a consistent, trusting relationship — one where you can safely explore both who you are and how you experience the world. What we build together is central to the work.
It’s not always easy to describe therapy in advance — or to know if a particular therapist is right for you. If you’re unsure or simply want to talk things through, I’m happy to have an initial conversation with no pressure to commit.
