About me
....is it time to take a breath?
Welcome to 'Up For Air' Counselling - as the name suggests. somewhere to come when everything just feels too much.
Taking the first step to counselling can be a daunting prospect but it just takes that first contact and the process unfolds gently from there, with benefits often felt fairly soon after.
Counsellors often get asked if we specialise in an area. My interest is in you in front of me, how you got to where you are and what you would like to change. Your difficulties could be anything from anxiety, depression to ADHD, relational issues and overwhelm and we work together to understand this.
I have extensive personal experience in the complex world of neurodivergence and SEN. I work with a lot of families navigating a diagnosis for themselves or their child/ young person and all of the complexities that this often brings.
I also have additional training in childhood trauma (abuse, neglect, boarding school incidents, adoption).
My approach is 'pluralistic' which means using several theories and techniques including Person Centred (listening to you as an individual), Psychodynamic (exploring your past) and CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy). I am also a Certified IEMT Practitioner (Integral Eye Movement Technique).
My therapy room is in Sunningdale or I offer online for anyone aged 18 and over. Please pick up the phone for a free, no obligation introductory chat.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications: Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Level 5), Diploma of Counselling Skills & Theory and Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills.
IEMT Certification - Integral Eye Movement Technique.
I have my own Private Practice and also support new families with genetic diagnoses for a UK based charity.
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
Therapies offered
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Initial introductory 20 minute call free of charge
£65 for 55 minutes.
Further information
Everyone deserves the chance to be heard. Unmet needs and undiscussed thoughts can result in negative feelings and behaviours which can then affect everything from confidence, relationships and health. I am very open in my approach and warmly welcome you to have a chat so you can get to know me and my style.
If you are looking for practical tips and techniques to alleviate the symptoms of anxiety or low mood, or goal setting to address motivation or self esteem issues, we can also work on this together.
