About me
The therapy
When someone decides to come to therapy, it may not have been an easy decision. However, it is an important one: it is deciding that we want to make a change.
What might bring a person to therapy could be interruptions to the enjoyment of the big and little moments in life: past trauma, bereavement or loss, low self-esteem, procrastination, and relationships (past/ present). There are many other reasons; there is no fixed list. Whatever has led someone to seek therapy is an acknowledgement that the issue(s) can no longer be ignored.
About me
I have worked as a counsellor for over 16 years. I provide therapy for Children (4-18) and Adults 19+. I trained at The Tavistock Clinic to work systematically with individuals, families, couples and organisations.
My therapeutic work with children combines play therapy and talk therapy. Each session is primarily led by the child or young person, using whichever medium they feel most comfortable with (e.g., art or a sand tray). Sessions can be time-limited, with several planned sessions recommended (up to 6), or open-ended.
Working therapeutically with adults, our work together focuses on what you bring to your sessions—past or present. Sessions can be solution-based or open-ended. I offer talk therapy and creative therapy, which can also be beneficial. Art is a valuable therapeutic tool. Art materials will be provided during your sessions. At the end of our work together, you can decide what you would like to do with any pieces you have created.
I have experience working with adults who are living with neurological conditions (such as Dementia, Huntington's Disease, Alzheimer's) and traumatic brain injuries.
I have previously worked with The Place2Be as an Assistant School Project Manager and counsellor. I have volunteered with various organisations, including as a bereavement counsellor and a therapist for a domestic intervention programme.
I am committed to my therapeutic work, supporting others in building resilience, emotional well-being, and good mental health. During your sessions, I am there to help you explore options, provide support, make informed decisions and implement positive changes. My personal and professional experience has shown me the value of compassion. No one's story is the same. I believe we all need a space to reflect, a space where we feel accepted, understood, and supported.
How I work
I use an integrative theoretical approach, with a primary focus on person-centredness. I believe that the core conditions of empathy, respect, unconditional positive regard, and non-judgment are essential foundations of any human relationship.
Our past experiences can significantly impact our resilience in times of distress or life-changing events. This can, in turn, affect our coping mechanisms and how we manage our relationships, both within ourselves and with others. During therapy, working through the challenges can help rebuild resilience and emotional well-being.
Therapy can help us face the difficulties that may be holding us back. Therapy isn't perfect, it's not prescribed, and it can be challenging. It cannot alter what has happened in our past. It can help repair past experiences and change negative thought patterns and feelings. Therapy can make a significant difference in our lives now and in the future.
Please send an email if you would like more information or to book an initial consultation.
Training, qualifications & experience
I work in West London for a charity organisation. I provide one-to-one counselling and play therapy sessions for children (4-18 years old) in the local community. I also offer individual counselling to adults (aged 19 and above) at the West London Buddhist Centre. I trained at The Tavistock Clinic in systemic therapy, working with individuals, couples, families and organisations. I am a trainee family therapist with West London Action for Children (WLAC).
I have previously worked as an Assistant School Project Manager/counsellor with a children's charity, where I collaborated with the School Project Manager to deliver a school counselling service. During that time, I have seen how I can contribute to improving the lives of those with whom I work.
I did volunteer work with a bereavement service for three years and a domestic violence intervention programme for one year. This experience provided me with invaluable training and experience to go on and manage and develop my private practice.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Children in School
- Foundation Certificate in Counselling Primary School Children
- Domestic Violence Training
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Course
- Bereavement Counselling
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies and Skills
- Working together to Safeguard Children Levels 1 & 2
- Children's Accelerated Trauma Treatment
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Diploma in Clinical Supervision
- Private Practice Success
- Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Domestic Abuse (March 2024)
- Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems (Sept 2024)
- Multi-agency Safeguarding & Child Protection Training (Level 3)
- Graduate Certificate in Systemic Approaches to working with Individuals, Families and Organisations - Foundation (May 2025)
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.
Black, African and Asian Therapy Network
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
- Witnessed and/or experienced domestic abuse
- Family issues - separation, divorce and bereavement
- Clinical Supervision
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Individual: 50 minutes (£60) per session. I offer low-cost sessions for students and for people receiving means-tested benefits or on a low income. Sessions can be held in person or online. Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly.
Supervision: 50 minutes (£65) per session or 120 minutes (£75) per session. I offer low-cost sessions for students and for people receiving means-tested benefits or on a low income. Sessions can be held in person or online. Sessions can be fortnightly or monthly.
Systemic Therapy (couples/ Families) 50 minutes (£70) per session. I offer low-cost sessions for students and for people receiving means-tested benefits or on a low income. Sessions can be held in person or online. Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly.
Additional information: I offer sessions in person, online or by telephone.
When I work
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Mon, Tues, Wed - 9 am - 1 pm (online)
Thu 5 pm - 9 pm (online)
Fri - 10 am - 1 pm (in person/ online), 5 pm - 9 pm (in person/ online)
Sat/ Sun (fortnightly)- 1 pm - 5 pm (in person/ online)
Further information
I offer a free 30-minute consultation
Five Stairstep Therapy is located in the warm and peaceful setting of the West London Buddhist Centre.
There is access to a large, comfortable waiting area for clients, Wi-Fi, a kitchen, a toilet, and a lift for accessibility.
Excellent transport links are available with Royal Oak (Hammersmith & City), Bayswater (District), Queensway (Central), and Paddington (Bakerloo) stations, all within easy walking distance.
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