About me
About My Practice
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Psychotherapist, an EMDR Consultant (accredited by the EMDR Association UK & Ireland), and a dedicated Couple Counsellor. Alongside my private practice, I work in the private sector treating a wide range of psychological difficulties, including depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social anxiety, and specific phobias.
My professional standing is supported by my accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and my consultancy status with the EMDR Association UK & Ireland.
My Therapeutic Approaches
The following evidence-based approaches underpin my work. I tailor them to meet your unique needs, ensuring that our sessions are both effective and personally meaningful.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
My CBT practice is rooted in proven, evidence-based treatments for anxiety and depressive disorders. Together, we will explore how your thinking patterns influence your emotions and behaviours. By identifying unhelpful patterns, we will work collaboratively to develop alternative ways of thinking and responding, with the ultimate goal of enhancing your mood and wellbeing.
My approach is warm, empathic, and non-judgemental. I prioritise building a strong therapeutic relationship, taking the time to understand you as an individual and find the most effective way to work together. My aim is to empower you with the skills and insights to eventually become your own therapist.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
I have extensive clinical experience using EMDR to treat complex psychological difficulties. EMDR is a powerful psychotherapy that helps people heal from the symptoms and emotional distress caused by traumatic life experiences. It works directly on the brain, where traumatic memories can become "frozen" and inaccessible to conscious processing.
The goal of EMDR is to process these suppressed, distressful emotions, dismantle negative self-beliefs formed as a result of trauma, and reconstruct healthier, more adaptive perspectives. For a single trauma sustained in adulthood, the process typically involves 1–2 assessment sessions, followed by 1–2 preparation sessions, and then at least 2–3 treatment sessions. The total number of sessions will depend on the nature, number, and complexity of the distressing memories involved.
Couples Counselling
My work with couples focuses on resolving communication difficulties and intimacy issues within relationships. I provide a safe, confidential space where you can pause, focus on your relationship, and work collaboratively to find a way forward.
My approach is grounded in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and adult attachment theory. EFT is a structured, change-oriented process that guides couples from distress to recovery. It achieves this by helping partners transform negative cycles of interaction into secure, safe emotional connections. Based on the science of emotions, attachment theory, and humanistic principles, EFT has a high success rate in building resilient, secure relationships and helping couples manage their emotional experiences with greater flexibility and understanding.
Training, qualifications & experience
During my training, I undertook varied specialist placements working with childhood trauma, as well as counselling services within university, statutory, voluntary, and community-based projects. I receive regular supervision in accordance with the requirements of the BABCP and EMDR Association UK & Ireland, and I am committed to ongoing Continuing Professional Development.
Qualifications:
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) – Parts 1–3, Richman EMDR Training (fully approved by EMDR International Association and EMDR-Europe Association), University of Exeter
Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies Practice (High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) – BABCP accredited, University of Exeter
Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – BACP accredited, University of South Wales
Postgraduate Certificate in Counselling – BACP accredited, University of South Wales
Postgraduate Certificate in Relationship Counselling – endorsed by BACP, Marriage Care
BA (Hons) Community Justice / Diploma in Probation Studies – University of South Wales
BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology – University of South Wales
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.
EMDR Europe
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
£80.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Fee: £80 per session (60 minutes). Longer sessions can be arranged upon request.
I work with clients both short-term and long-term, depending on your needs and goals.
Payment: Sessions are payable at the end of each session by cash, or prior to sessions via bank transfer.
Appointments: Sessions usually take place on the same day and at the same time each week.
Cancellation Policy: I will do my best to accommodate requests to reschedule wherever possible. However, the full fee will be charged for cancellations made less than 7 days before the scheduled appointment.
When I work
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Further information
Location:
Bristol:
The Harbourside Practice
3 Redcliffe Parade East, Redcliffe
Bristol BS1 6SW
Cardiff:
Cardiff Therapy Rooms
39 Charles Street
Cardiff CF10 2GB
