About me
How counselling can help
Are you unhappy with specific aspects of your life? Or perhaps you are experiencing a general sense of unease? Making the initial decision to attend counselling/psychotherapy can be difficult and takes courage, but the benefits can be immense.
As a Person-Centred counsellor and psychotherapist, I believe in building trust with my clients where feelings can be carefully considered, and change can be explored in a safe and understanding environment where your own personal resources come to the fore.
What to expect from counselling
While the foundation of my approach to therapy is Person-Centred, I also have expertise in a range of other evidence based counselling and psychotherapeutic models and tools, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), that can be adapted to your needs.
I offer both focused short-term work and open-ended or longer-term work. I also understand that not everyone can travel to see a counsellor so in some cases, I can offer counselling online, by telephone, or in specific circumstances home visits.
What to expect from your first session
At the first session we will have the opportunity to meet and discuss your needs and how we might best work together to achieve your goals.
My approach to counselling and psychotherapy
I view therapy as a dynamic journey of self-discovery and growth, requiring close collaboration with clients to explore new possibilities, navigate challenges, and unearth new personal resources. Together, we create a secure, nurturing space where clients find their voice, rebuild self-worth, and embark on their unique path to their best life.
Therefore, therapy is not just about learning from the past, it is also a process of empowerment for you to make better decisions in the present and future. You already have the wisdom and personal resources you need within yourself – I am here to help you re-discover them.
*I am a registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and I also hold an enhanced DBS background check, available on request.
Training, qualifications & experience
My qualifications include:
- Level 4 Advanced Diploma in Person Centred Counselling, Integrative (Herne Bay Counsellor Training)
- Honours Degree in Visual Art (Sydney College of the Arts)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Health Science (Flinders University, Adelaide)
- Degree in Health Science (Sydney University)
I'm also a registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), and I work to their code of ethics with all clients.
My additional training includes:
- Trauma
- Self harm and suicide
- Death and bereavement
- Counselling for children and Young People
- CBT
- Anxiety and depression
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Free initial telephone or online session.
