About me
What truly sets me apart is that I’ve been on both sides of the therapy couch. I know what it’s like to wake up with a racing mind, overwhelmed by the thought of facing the day. I know the loneliness of feeling invisible even when surrounded by people. I know the weight of intrusive thoughts and the relentless exhaustion of carrying childhood wounds into adult life. I’ve experienced intensive therapy for anxiety and trauma, and I’ve come through it. This means that when I sit with you, I’m not just relying on textbooks or clinical theory. I meet you with real understanding and absolutely no judgment. I get it, because I’ve lived it!
I specialise in evidence-based therapy for anxiety, trauma and complex mental health challenges. Drawing from CBT, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches, I create bespoke sessions to suit your unique needs. I offer a warm, grounded space where we can explore what’s holding you back and work together toward meaningful, lasting change.
Whatever you're going through, you don’t have to face it alone. Reaching out can feel daunting, but it’s a strong first step toward change. I’ll meet you with compassion, not judgment, and we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you. If you’re ready to begin making sense of things, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Alongside this personal journey, I bring over 15 years of professional experience in the caring sector. I've worked across a wide range of roles from support worker to supervisor, structured clinical management practitioner, CBT therapist, and now counselling psychologist in doctoral training. I’m accredited in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) with the BABCP and have trained extensively in models including DBT, Theraplay, couples therapy, group therapy, humanistic (person-centred) approaches, and psychodynamic therapy.
Professionally, I’ve spent more than a decade supporting children and adolescents facing developmental trauma, and over five years working with adults presenting with high-risk challenges such as psychosis. I currently work for the NHS as a CBT therapist and previously held responsibility for maintaining the personality disorder pathway, ensuring that complex and vulnerable individuals received the care they needed. I’m also in the final year of a doctorate in Counselling Psychology, constantly deepening and sharpening my clinical understanding.
Outside the therapy room, I’m a lifelong martial artist: a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with over 20 years of experience, multiple national and international titles, and an amateur world championship in Muay Thai kickboxing. This background instilled a deep discipline, resilience, and perseverance that naturally flows into my therapeutic style: a blend of patience, strength, and support, helping you move steadily towards change.
If you're looking for a therapist who combines academic excellence with lived experience, someone who truly gets both the struggle and the strength it takes to heal, you’re in the right place.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (pending).
- Masters in Forensic psychology.
- Post Graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy.
- Bachelor of Science with honours in Psychology.
- 10 years experience working with looked after children.
- 5 years experience working in NHS Psychological Therapies Step 4 with adults in the community.
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 BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
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
£120.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
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Further information
Outside the therapy room, I’m a lifelong martial artist. I hold a black belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and have over 20 years of competition experience, including multiple national and international titles. I’ve also won an amateur Muay Thai world championship. My background in martial arts keeps me grounded, focused, and brings an extra layer of discipline and resilience into my work.
