About me
You don’t have to fit yourself, your sexuality or your relationships into a particular mould to come to therapy.
I’m a relationship therapist and LGBTQ+ specialist, with extensive experience working with individuals, couples and people in open and polyamorous relationships. I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can be open about what’s happening in your life and relationships, including the things that might feel complicated, messy or difficult to talk about elsewhere.
For me, the relationship we build in therapy really matters. Feeling safe enough to be honest, understood rather than judged, and able to bring your whole self into the room is at the heart of my work. I’m not there to tell you how you should live or what your relationships should look like. I’m interested in understanding what works for you, what doesn’t, and what you might want to change.
Relationships, LGBTQ+ and open/polyamory
Relationships are at the centre of my work. As a specialist relationship therapist, I work with couples, individuals and multiple partners around a wide range of relationship issues. This might include communication difficulties, intimacy, sex, jealousy, trust, affairs and betrayal, separation, differing needs or uncertainty about the future of a relationship.
I also have particular expertise in open and polyamorous relationships. I work with people at all stages, whether you are thinking about opening up, already have multiple relationships, are navigating difficulties within a polyamorous relationship, or are simply trying to work out what kind of relationships feel right for you.
I understand that open and polyamorous relationships can bring their own particular challenges, including jealousy, insecurity, boundaries, agreements, different expectations, couple privilege and balancing the needs of several people. I also recognise the possibilities they can offer around autonomy, intimacy, connection and having more than one significant relationship.
I don’t assume that monogamy is the goal, or that there is one right way to have a relationship.
LGBTQ+ and GSRD specialist
I have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and across gender, sex and relationship diversity (GSRD). I am an Advanced Accredited Specialist in GSRD therapy and have worked with LGBTQ+ people throughout my career.
You won’t need to educate me about your identity, sexuality or relationships, and I won’t make assumptions about what your life should look like. I understand that experiences of stigma, discrimination and not feeling understood can affect both our sense of self and our relationships.
I also work positively and openly with sex and sexuality. This includes sexual difficulties, differences in desire, kink and BDSM, consensual non-monogamy and working with sex workers. My approach is sex-positive and non-shaming, while remaining attentive to consent, boundaries and safety.
How I work
I see therapy as something we do together. You are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help you make sense of what is happening, explore different perspectives and find new ways of understanding yourself and your relationships.
I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including systemic and psychodynamic thinking. This allows me to adapt my way of working rather than expecting everyone to fit the same model.
I have many years’ experience as a therapist, including working with Relate and in private practice, and I have a Master’s degree in Relationship Therapy. Alongside my clinical work, I teach and provide specialist training to other therapists in working with open, polyamorous and LGBTQ+ relationships.
Whatever brings you to therapy, I want it to be a space where you can be yourself, feel safe enough to explore what’s going on, and be met with curiosity rather than judgement.
Training, qualifications & experience
Counselling Qualifications:
- Diploma in Supervision
- Post Graduate Certificate Relationship Therapy with Gender, Sexually and Relationship Diverse Clients
- MA (distinction) in Relationship Therapy
- Certificate in Working with Trans and GNC clients
- University Advanced Diploma - Relationship Therapy
- Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Skills
- Certificate in Hypnotherapy
Additional Training:
- Working with Domestic Violence and Abuse
- Working with Adult Survivors of Sexual Abuse
- Working with Lesbians and Gay Men
- Workplace Counselling
- Initial Consultations
- Dealing with Affairs
- Mindful Sex Therapy
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
- LGBT specific issues
- Gay and lesbian couples counselling
- LGBT individual counselling
- Trans clients and families
- Kink
- Polyamory and open relationships
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 - £85.00
Additional information
I have a number of reduced sessions available for people from marginalised communities.
When I work
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Further information
I work from home in a dedicated counselling room.
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