About me
I am experienced psychotherapist who can create a safe and non-judgemental space to enable you to explore different aspects of your life – nothing is ever trivial. We can work together to understand how your internal mindset, your thoughts and emotions, dictates your current reality – your behaviours and actions.
I adopt a somewhat informal approach to sessions – chit chat is welcomed, anything that makes you feel at ease. I know that sitting across from a stranger, whether in-person or online, can be intense and overwhelming! Especially when that person is asking you questions, that perhaps, you haven’t even asked yourself. Therefore, it is important to me that you are comfortable and relaxed and feel able to engage in the session.
My therapy approach is more concerned on accommodating your needs and tailoring my approach to suit what’s best for you. I will ask questions, challenge current thinking and present alternatives while ultimately allowing you to lead your own journey of self-discovery, explore your feelings and find your own insights
I know this will take time and it requires that we work together to build trust and a relationship that is safe-enough for you to explore your thoughts and emotions.
Unlike AI, I may not agree with you on everything, but as a human, I will smile, laugh and joke with you. I will champion and encourage you, but will also challenge. I will support your perceptions while introduce new perspectives.
Together, in our space – we will aim to figure it all out
If the above sounds of interest, or you are at least curious, feel free to reach out to me for a chat – lets figure out what works and take it from there!
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
Relevant Experience
Listening Volunteer with the Samaritans 2021-2023
I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds with a different requirements. I have delivered both long term and short term therapy. I am experienced in delivering therapy that is solution focused as well as long term therapy that explores different aspects of a person's life.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
Areas of interest
I have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds with a different requirements. I am confident that I can support you with whatever issue has meant you have sought out therapy.
I do have a personal interest in the following areas
- Men's issues
- Sex/Sexuality
- Identity
- Relationships (including friendships)
- Milestone anxiety - expectations to hit certain life milestones i.e. Housing/Children/Relationships.
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Assessments
I offer, free, 20 minute assessments as an opportunity for you to share more about your reasons for coming to therapy and what you hope to get out of the experience. It also provides a chance for both of us to agree whether we can work together to reach your goals.
Sessions
Sessions are £60 per session. I am open to a discussion about reduced rates and work to a payment plan that works for the both of us!
When I work
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Further information
Engaging in therapy for the first time or the fourth time can be a daunting experience. Questions around "What will happen?, What am I expected to do?" can result in some anxiety and hesitation. I have provided some information below, but, if you want to know more, then please do reach out!
Assessments
- Will be a free 20 min call to discuss your needs and requirements and to learn a bit more about me.
- If we are both content to continue, I will send you the contract and a one page form to complete with your personal information.
- Please do read the contract - its an agreement between both of us, and I want to make sure you are happy to proceed.
First Session
- Will take place either in person or on Zoom.
- It will give us a chance to expand on the assessment and understand more about what you want from therapy. This session may also involve setting goals to ensure sessions have a focus.
Sessions
- Will continue at the same day/time each week. There may be some flexibility, but, its best that we ensure we are consistent.
Endings
- Sessions can go on for as long as you want them too. This is up to you. When you are ready to finish therapy - you finish! It is customary (and nice) to have a final session so that we can reflect on our therapeutic journey.
Venue
- Online sessions will take place on Zoom. I will provide the link for the sessions.
- In person session take place at Atterbury Lakes, Milton Keynes This a modern share spaced office. You will be greeted by a receptionist. There is a waiting room available.
