About me
You may be considering therapy because life feels overwhelming, your usual ways of coping are no longer working, or you feel caught in patterns of thinking, feeling or behaviour that are difficult to change on your own.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and HCPC-registered practitioner based in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. I offer psychological therapy for people experiencing anxiety and OCD, depression and low mood, trauma, emotional distress, self-doubt, addictions and compulsive behaviours, relationship difficulties, neurodiversity-related challenges and work-related psychological difficulties.
I have over 15 years of experience working across NHS, charity and private practice settings. My approach is compassionate, collaborative and evidence-based. I aim to provide a calm and respectful space where we can understand what is happening for you and work towards meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable.
Therapy is tailored to your individual needs, preferences and goals. My core approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), while drawing on other psychological approaches and techniques when helpful.
My role is to help you make sense of your difficulties, develop practical strategies and find a clearer way forward.
How I Work
I recognise that no single approach works for everyone. We will begin by understanding your circumstances, what you would like to change, and what has or has not been helpful in the past.
Therapy is a collaborative process. We will agree what you would like to work on, review progress together, and adapt the approach where needed.
Depending on your needs, therapy may focus on patterns of thinking, behaviour or coping that are keeping difficulties going. At other times, the work may focus more on emotional regulation, self-criticism, trauma, relationships, values, identity or long-standing patterns.
My core therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Where helpful, I also draw on principles and techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, schema-informed approaches, DBT-informed skills, mindfulness-based approaches, Motivational Interviewing and other psychological approaches.
I also use trauma-focused approaches where appropriate, while maintaining a trauma-informed approach to the wider therapeutic process.
Any approach we use will be explained in clear and practical terms, so that therapy feels understandable, relevant and grounded in your needs.
What I Can Help With
I work with a broad range of psychological and emotional difficulties.
Stress, Adjustment and Life Difficulties
* Stress, overwhelm, burnout, sleep difficulties and insomnia
* Adjustment difficulties, major life changes and periods of transition
* Work-related and study-related psychological difficulties
* Grief, bereavement and adjustment to loss
* Anger, irritability and difficulties with emotional regulation
Anxiety and OCD
* Anxiety, excessive worry and panic attacks
* Health anxiety, social anxiety and phobias
* OCD, intrusive thoughts, compulsions and associated avoidance or reassurance-seeking
* Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), trichotillomania and related repetitive or compulsive behaviours
Depression, Self-Esteem and Relationships
* Depression, low mood, loss of motivation and emotional distress
* Low self-esteem, low confidence, shame and self-criticism
* Perfectionism
* Relationship difficulties, attachment patterns and loneliness
Neurodiversity
* Neurodiversity-related difficulties associated with ADHD and autism
* Executive functioning difficulties
* Masking, overwhelm and neurodivergent burnout
* Emotional regulation, self-esteem, identity and relationship difficulties associated with neurodivergence
Addictions and Compulsive Behaviours
* Alcohol and substance use
* Gambling
* Compulsive sexual behaviours
* Problematic or compulsive digital and online behaviours
* Relapse prevention and behaviour change
Trauma and Difficult Experiences
* Trauma and PTSD
* Complex trauma and the longer-term impact of difficult childhood experiences
* Workplace trauma
* Psychological difficulties following road traffic accidents or other personal injuries
* Difficulties related to anxiety, depression, bullying and bereavement in childhood or adolescence, including their longer-term impact in adulthood
Mood Stability and Significant Psychological Distress
* Psychological support for people living with bipolar disorder and associated emotional or adjustment difficulties
* Suicidal thoughts and significant psychological distress, where appropriate for planned outpatient psychological therapy
If you are unsure whether your difficulty fits neatly into one of these areas, you are welcome to get in touch to discuss what you are looking for.
Main Areas of Clinical Focus
Although I work with a broad range of difficulties, my main areas of clinical focus are anxiety and OCD, trauma, depression, neurodiversity-informed therapy, addictions and compulsive behaviours, and work-related psychological difficulties.
Anxiety, OCD and Related Difficulties
I support people experiencing anxiety, excessive worry, panic, intrusive thoughts, compulsions, avoidance, health anxiety, social anxiety and phobias.
Anxiety can become exhausting when it narrows your life, affects your confidence or makes everyday situations increasingly difficult to manage.
Therapy may involve CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), behavioural experiments, emotional regulation strategies and practical ways of reducing avoidance and rebuilding confidence.
ERP is particularly relevant to OCD. It involves gradually approaching feared situations, thoughts or triggers while reducing compulsions, reassurance-seeking and other safety behaviours. This work is planned collaboratively and approached at a manageable pace.
Depression and Low Mood
I work with people experiencing depression, low motivation, loss of interest, hopelessness, self-criticism and emotional exhaustion.
Therapy may focus on understanding the patterns that maintain low mood, rebuilding meaningful activity, addressing unhelpful thinking patterns and developing a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
Trauma, PTSD and Complex Trauma
I offer psychological therapy for people affected by trauma, including PTSD, complex trauma, difficult childhood experiences, workplace trauma and road traffic accidents.
Trauma can continue to affect people long after the original experience. This may include anxiety, avoidance, intrusive memories, emotional numbness, shame, anger or feeling constantly on edge.
Where appropriate, therapy may involve trauma-focused CBT, compassion-focused approaches, grounding strategies, emotional processing and work relating to safety, trust, shame and self-blame.
Neurodiversity-Informed Therapy
I provide neurodiversity-informed psychological therapy for autistic people, people with ADHD, and those experiencing associated emotional or psychological difficulties.
This may include support with anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, burnout, emotional regulation, executive functioning, identity, masking and relationships.
My aim is not to pathologise neurodivergence, but to understand your individual experiences and develop strategies that fit your needs.
Addictions and Compulsive Behaviours
I support people experiencing difficulties with alcohol and substance use, gambling, compulsive sexual behaviours, problematic or compulsive digital and online behaviours, and other patterns that have become difficult to control.
These behaviours often develop for understandable reasons, even when they later become harmful or interfere with everyday life.
Therapy may involve CBT, Motivational Interviewing, relapse prevention, emotional regulation work and exploration of the triggers and patterns that maintain the behaviour.
Work-Related Stress, Rehabilitation and Psychological Injury
I work with people experiencing occupational stress, burnout, workplace trauma, return-to-work difficulties and psychological difficulties following stressful or traumatic workplace experiences.
I also provide rehabilitation-focused psychological support following workplace stress, road traffic accidents and other personal injuries.
Where appropriate, I can provide reports or communicate with relevant professionals involved in treatment, rehabilitation or return-to-work planning.
The focus is often on recovery, understanding the psychological impact of what has happened, rebuilding confidence and developing a sustainable way forward.
Services Offered
My services include:
* Individual psychological therapy
* Psychological assessment to clarify presenting difficulties and inform treatment planning
* Neurodiversity-informed psychological therapy
* Trauma-focused psychological therapy
* Addiction and relapse-prevention support
* Psychological assessment and support relating to work, study and occupational functioning
* Return-to-work and rehabilitation-focused psychological support
* Psychological support relating to study, academic functioning and mitigating circumstances, including supporting letters or reports where clinically appropriate
* Supporting clinical letters or reports where clinically appropriate
* Psychological therapy for trainee and qualified counsellors, psychologists and other helping professionals
* Clinical supervision for trainee and qualified counsellors, psychologists and other psychological practitioners, where appropriate
Where an assessment or report is required, its purpose, scope and suitability will be discussed in advance.
What to Expect From Therapy
Therapy begins with an initial conversation about what has brought you to seek support, what you would like to change, and what may have helped or not helped in the past.
You do not need to have everything clearly worked out before starting. We will develop a shared understanding of your difficulties and agree a therapy plan that fits your needs and goals.
Sessions may include reflection, practical strategies, emotional processing, skills development, behavioural experiments, mindfulness exercises or between-session tasks. The pace and focus of therapy will be reviewed regularly.
Sessions and Availability
I work with young people aged 13+, adults and older adults.
Sessions are available in person in Tunbridge Wells, online, or by phone.
For young people under 18, confidentiality, consent and appropriate parental or carer involvement will be discussed at the outset.
Insurance Providers
I am currently recognised by the following health insurance providers:
* Aviva
* AXA Health
* Vitality
* WPA
Please check your policy and obtain any required authorisation before starting therapy.
Contact
You are welcome to contact me to arrange a free 15-minute initial consultation by phone or online.
This gives us an opportunity to briefly discuss what you are looking for, ask any initial questions, and consider whether working together may be a helpful fit. There is no obligation to arrange further sessions.
Please note: My practice is not an emergency or crisis service. If you are at immediate risk of harm, please contact emergency services or your local NHS urgent mental health service.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from London Metropolitan University (2018) and am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society (BPS). My professional qualifications include a Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (University of the West of Scotland, 2012) and a Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Canterbury Christ Church University, 2021).
Over the course of my career, I have gained extensive experience across NHS, charitable, and private settings. I have worked with individuals presenting with a wide range of psychological difficulties, including anxiety disorders (such as PTSD, OCD, and generalised anxiety disorder), depression, bipolar disorder, adjustment issues, and substance and behavioural addictions. My clinical practice also focuses on neurodiversity and the management of comorbid conditions.
In addition to clinical work, I have undergone continuous professional development in advanced therapeutic approaches, including CBT for psychosis, emotion regulation therapy, schema therapy, and interventions for ADHD and complex PTSD. This ensures my therapeutic interventions remain up-to-date and evidence-based, delivering the highest quality of care to my clients.
I am also experienced in supervising trainees and contributing to the development of team-based psychological services. My role often includes providing detailed psychological reports to occupational health teams and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and effective care planning.
Through my diverse training and hands-on experience, I aim to deliver personalised and impactful therapy that supports each client’s journey toward improved well-being and resilience.
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 HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£100.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Fees & Availability
• Sessions: £100 per session
• Location: In-person (Tunbridge Wells, Kent) & Online
• Session Format: Individual therapy (Adults, Young Adults, Older Adults)
I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation to discuss your needs and how therapy might support you.
Further information
I am passionate about providing a personalised and compassionate approach to therapy, ensuring that each client feels understood and supported throughout their journey. My practice integrates evidence-based techniques with a focus on building strong therapeutic relationships, which I believe are central to achieving positive outcomes.
In addition to my professional expertise, I am enthusiastic about working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including those facing challenges related to neurodiversity, complex mental health needs, or life transitions. I strive to create a safe and inclusive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgement.
Outside of my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing learning and professional development. I regularly attend training sessions, workshops, and conferences to ensure my skills remain up to date with the latest psychological research and therapeutic methods.
If you are seeking psychological support, I am here to provide guidance and collaborate with you to achieve meaningful and lasting change. Please feel free to reach out to discuss your needs or arrange an initial consultation.
