About me
How Therapy Can Help
Hello. I'm an experienced, well-qualified and fully accredited therapist. This means I bring you proven high standards of skills that are beyond my experience and my original diploma training in CBT and Groups. I will shortly have completed the Relationship Scotland Certificate in Relationship/Couples Counselling, further evidencing my dedication to working well with couples in a range of ways over the past years. Working both as an individual and couples therapist, I will help you understand the complexities and challenges that can take place at all stages of life. I will support you to relate to yourself and others in healthier ways. I work mainly face-to-face and online. I frequently work with ADHD, anxiety, depression, neurodiversity, bereavement and communication. I was a teacher for 20 years, supporting children and families. I completed a Master's in Education Support after reaching fifty years of age and advocate for people of all ages to engage in lifelong learning and our capacity for change! As a therapist, I seek to ensure the support I provide is relevant and makes a difference to your life. I have positive feedback on my ability to create change for clients and to support them, with compassion but in evidence-based ways, to challenge unhelpful ways of thinking and being.
I offer an introductory 20-minute session to allow you to see what counselling with me could be like. Any other questions? Please do feel free to contact me with questions or concerns, as it's important you find the right fit for you. I usually recommend 8 - 12 sessions, but there is no obligation, and I work with longer-term clients too when that works best for them. You can decide what you want and need, and I hope you will get in touch.
Hopefully there is also a space for some laughter as well as tears in a safe and confidential space within my home. I will do my best to answer your enquiry as soon as possible and hope to empower you to gain the most from each and every session. I look forward to hearing from you and any questions please email or text me. Thank you so much for taking time to read my profile.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) so you can be assured of my ability to provide a regulated and professional service at all times
- SCOTACS Counselling Diploma in CBT and Groups
- Additional training and experience working with couples
- MSc Educational Support and 20 years as a qualified teacher and have Professional Recognition in Additional Support Needs
- COSCA Counselling Certificate in Counselling Skills
- I have worked for several well known and respected organisations supporting difficulty with trauma, abuse, bereavement and a range of mental health difficulties
- Experience of working with clients with neurodiversity and further training
- A range of additional qualifications in trauma, PTSD, working with adolescents, anxiety and depression
- I integrate an understanding of other approaches to counselling. Most importantly my work is tailored to suit your way of working at any given time. However my Cognitive Behaviour approach can really help you see the value of working between sessions to test out and practise the changes you seek, for example lowering your anxiety. I will work with you - whatever the challenges you face - to support and guide you through difficulties.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Same sex relationships. Promoting healthier couples work. Supporting families to communicate challenging subject or topic areas.
Fees
£60.00 - £85.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free initial 20-minute online or face-to-face discussion to talk about how we might work together. The session is 55 minutes, and I will always recommend exercises/ strategies for you to try out between our sessions. Our first booked session will be a little longer at no extra cost as we ensure we have completed all the relevant administration. I can provide a discount for a block booking of 4 sessions, paid at the outset of our sessions. Otherwise, individual sessions are £60, and I offer both an hour for couples, which is £70 therapy and a longer session of one hour 20 minutes at £85.
When I work
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Further information
I am able to offer counselling sessions Monday to Thursday during the day and evenings currently only on a Monday or Friday evenings. I will try to be as flexible with you as possible and advise of any breaks in my availability. My premises seek to offer your comfort in a quiet location and relaxed environment. There is usually room to park your car in the driveway. Evening appointments can be more popular therefore there can be less availability at times. I can work with you face to face, online or a combination of both. I prefer to see clients weekly for the first few sessions and then fortnightly if preferred. However I will work with you as best I can to meet your needs and budget. I will provide resources to support making the changes you seek. I can usually offer a Saturday morning.
