About me
Hello, thank you for looking at my profile. I offer in-person and online sessions within a confidential, compassionate and professional counselling practice combining Humanistic and Integrative approaches.
I have been working with clients as a qualified counsellor since 2004 and through professional experience I have seen that through therapeutic conditions clients can increase awareness and make positive changes in their lives.
There may be times in our lives when we may feel sad, isolated or unable to make decisions with ease. It is at moments like these that it can be useful to seek the support of another person who is not directly involved in our daily lives.
I have supported people in reducing anxiety, recovery from depression, stop limiting behaviours, becoming empowered particularity after being in abusive relationships, begin healing from trauma and find solutions for home and workplace stresses.
I offer a free thirty minute telephone conversation so that you can gain a sense of me and my approach, and also for me to understand what you are wanting to explore. By doing this you will be able experience what it feels like to talk to me without any obligation of payment or pressure to continue with sessions.
I hope to be able to create a warm, accepting and relaxed therapeutic space so that we will be able to work together in a way that is honest and supportive of your individuality and personal aims within counselling.
If you decide that you want to work with me I will give you information about the practicalities of us working together so that you are clear about the counselling process.
I understand that clients will have different feelings about the first session and I will do my best to help you be at ease.
Couple Therapy
If you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship and feeling disconnected from each other, or simply wanting to strengthen your bond, I offer a respectful, non-judgmental, and confidential space.
My work is informed by a systemic approach, which means we will explore the patterns of interaction between you, the emotions that underpin these patterns, and the ways in which they may be affecting your relationship. Together, we can develop a deeper understanding of these cycles and work towards creating greater emotional connection, communication, and security within your relationship.
I aim to provide a safe and balanced therapeutic environment where we can explore concerns collaboratively and identify opportunities for positive change. As a compassionate and experienced practitioner, I want both partners to feel supported throughout the process of change.
Please note: I do not provide couples therapy where there is active domestic abuse, including coercive or controlling behaviour, within the relationship.
Availability: Monday - Friday 10.00 - 19.00 - Evening appointments online only.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
- MSc in Supervision and Consultation: Psychotherapeutic and Organisational Approaches 2016
- BA (Hons) in Counselling 2011
- Advanced Diploma in Integrated Humanistic Counselling 2004
- Certificate in Counselling Skills 2000
- Certificate in Counselling Skills and Theory 1998
Online Qualifications
- OSCT Online Counselling Supervision Diploma 2022
- Advanced Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling 2021
- Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling 2020
Experience:
- Registered Manager of an Addictions Centre 2014-2016
- Clinical/Therapeutic Manager of an Addictions Centre 2013-2014
- Primary Counsellor and Manager of Support Team in a treatment facility working with eating disorders, addictions and mood disorders 2009-2013
- School Counsellor 2005-2012 in two independent schools
- Counsellor in GP Surgeries based in Leatherhead and Ashtead 2002 - 2007
Current Work Profile:
- Counsellor working in Private Practice based in Guildford
- Supervisor - based in Guildford
- Coach - based in Guildford
I specialise in:
- Creating a safe space to explore past events and finding ways of moving forward
- Making positive changes and enjoying life
- Coming to terms with divorce or relationship break-up
- Recovery from harmful relationships
- Assertiveness, effective communication and personal development
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.
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.
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.
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
Personal Development for Empowerment.
Therapies offered
Fees
From £70.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Individual counselling £70 for sixty minute session
Couple therapy £100 for sixty minute session
Supervision £70 per hour (please see supervision profile)
Group supervision - please make contact for fee
I am Bupa and Aviva recognised
When I work
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Further information
Working Online:
I work using Zoom which allows you to access counselling from your own environment. This cuts out travelling time and may fit into a busy schedule. Even so, I recommend that you allow at least 15 minutes after sessions to think through what we have talked about. There is a need for you to be able to create privacy so that we can speak freely and you are able to gain the most you can from the work we do together.
Please make contact if you want to find out more information.
