About me
- Are you looking for a supportive, engaging space to explore feelings of anxiety, stress, low mood or a sense that something does not feel right, with honesty and self compassion?
- Do you struggle with self doubt, ruminate on childhood wounds or or feel weighed down by painful relationships, shame, abuse or inner criticism?
- Perhaps you feel stuck in a relationship, a pattern or a life that does not quite feel like yours, worn down by a critical inner voice or a quiet sense that you are not enough.
You do not need a diagnosis or a crisis to come to therapy. Sometimes knowing something is not right is reason enough.
I am an Integrative, Person-Centred Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and I work in an engaged, dynamic, collaborative way; I do not sit back and wait; I will stay present with you, gently notice the patterns as they emerge and help you make sense of the beliefs and experiences, often formed early in life, that shape how you feel and relate today. Together we can work to loosen those old beliefs and build healthier habits in their place. Clients often find clarity and change come sooner than they expected.
I bring experience from Bath Spa University, Bright Start Bath, Southside Bath, and Choose Therapy, alongside my private practice, working with a wide range of people and challenges over the years.
The areas I work with include:
- Abuse
- Anxiety, stress and burnout
- Childhood trauma, neglect and attachment issues
- Depression and low mood
- Immature or difficult family relationships
- Loneliness and feeling stuck
- Low self-esteem, confidence, inner criticism and perfectionism
- PTSD
- Relationship difficulties, separation and divorce
- Shame and self-worth
My approach draws on psychodynamic understanding, Schema Therapy, Inner Child and Parts work ,exploring the roots of things, not just the symptoms.
I know that reaching out takes courage. I also know that ongoing therapy is a real financial commitment. This is why I offer a free initial 60minute session no obligation, no pressure. Just a conversation to see if we are a good fit.
Sessions are £50 for a 60 minute session. Available online or in person in Bath and Bristol.
I would love to hear from you, whenever you are ready.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling (AdvDipHIC) from Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling (BCPC).
I am a Registered Member of BACP (MBACP 411768) and I also hold a Young People Mental Health diploma from Bath College. My work experience is varied and included Bath Spa University, Southside Bath, Bright Start Bath and Bristol alongside running my private practice. I also have prior teaching experience and qualifications.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
