About me
Before embarking upon my career as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist, I worked in Banking and Finance for some years. Subsequently, my journey in life led me to a career change, working in the primary and secondary education sector for 15 years. However, having always had a deep curiosity about the human mind, I went on to study for my BSc (Hons) degree in Psychology as a mature student. This formed the basis of what I later truly found purpose in, entering the world of Counselling and Psychotherapy. The journey has been long, but one which I intuitively was drawn to, and a day does not go by when I don’t look back and say ‘this is where I was meant to be…’
After my BSc degree in Psychology, I went on to study an MSc degree in Therapeutic Counselling (based on rigorous theory and training), and which is fully accredited by the BACP - the leading professional association for members of the counselling professions in the UK. I trained as an Integrative therapist, which means my therapeutic training allows me to incorporate elements of Person-Centred, Psychodynamic and CBT (goal-directed) work to suit each client’s needs individually.
What lies at the heart of my practice is the therapeutic relationship. My aim is always to be committed as a person-centred counsellor to providing you with an empathic and non-judgmental space in order for you to feel safe to talk about any feelings in confidence that you may not have been able to open up about before. From a relational perspective, I also explore with my clients and help to identify how unconscious conflicts which are related to the past or earlier relationships may be having an impact on one’s current functioning in life. From a Cognitive-behavioural therapy or CBT perspective, I am able to work with my clients to identify, monitor and evaluate how negative thoughts, feelings and behaviours maintain psychological distress such as anxiety and depression.
Training, qualifications & experience
Counselling Qualifications:
- Master of Science degree in Therapeutic Counselling (Integrative Approach
- Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Integrative Approach)
- Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling Skills (Integrative Approach)
- Science and practice of mindfulness - certificate
Other Qualifications:
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- Certificate of Higher Education - Psychology
- CPD: Life Coaching Online Webinars - The Coaching Academy
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Specialist Motivational Counselling for Students:
After some years of Counselling practice, I now specialise in working with students as I have extensive experience of working with students in schools and universities. I have always thoroughly enjoyed and had a real passion for helping people to enhance their motivation and find their inner commitment for growth. Exploring and overcoming ambivalence are key in my work to helping clients identify their own reasons for change, and to build resilience towards making positive change.
Person-centred:
The focus is always on my client’s values and needs. I work with empathy, non-judgement, and collaboration to build a bond. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and work closely to explore various challenges such as personal emotional issues, as well as academic concerns and career planning. Reflecting throughout therapy is encouraged to help clients understand their inner processes which affect everyday thoughts and behaviours and to gain a deeper degree of self-understanding.
Goal directed:
The counselling process will be aimed at working with my client to develop a treatment plan that aligns with the individual’s goals. Clients are encouraged to challenge dysfunctional behavioural patterns and develop healthier ways of being. I use evidence-based techniques, and interventions to help clients gain insight into their thoughts and feelings, to bring about their desired change, and enhance overall well-being.
Relationship issues and Life Transitions:
I focus on helping people who are struggling with a relationship, questioning their life choices, or feeling stuck during a transition.
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £80.00
Additional information
For individual adult (18+) counselling sessions, the following fees apply:
- Face-to-face sessions: £80
- Online (Zoom) and video-by-phone (WhatsApp / FaceTime) sessions: £60
Please notify me to cancel appointments 48 hours beforehand. Please note that full fees will be charged without 48 hours’ notice.
Further information
Additional Important Information:
- Additional languages spoken: Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu
- DBS checked
- Professional Insurance held - Holistic Insurance Services UK
- Graduate registered member of the BACP - (383485)
- Graduate registered member of the BPsS - (369057)
- I adhere to BACP’s code of ethics for good practice
- I adhere to data protection regulations and I am a Registered Member of the Information Commissioners Office - ICO (ZB001500)
