About me
Specialising in chronic, stuck, emotional states and trauma. I currently have availability for intensive EMDR - which delivers more rapid transformation for people stuck in intense emotional states such as anxiety, fear, panic, OCD and depression.
Our bodies are designed to experience a regular flow of emotional states. Sometimes, we become locked into an emotional state in a chronic way, and this would be termed 'generalised anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, derealisation or dissociative disorder' etc.
Research shows that negative life experiences and the way we feel about ourselves play a critical role in becoming trapped in such chronic emotional states. A range of psychological and physiological symptoms that can make life feel unbearable are the result, and for many people, no amount of talking about it shifts them out of their emotional state.
EMDR is a unique type of therapy that helps the brain and the nervous system process the experiences and self-beliefs that have led to being 'locked in' in this way. Essentially, we rewire what is being experienced internally, so that day to day functioning significantly improves.
People describe EMDR as transformational - resulting in lasting changes in the way they think, feel and behave. EMDR specifically targets these chronic states by directly accessing the emotions, beliefs, body sensations and the memories or future anxieties linked to them. By working with the brain's neural networks and the nervous system states involved, resolution and lasting change is quickly achieved.
People describe being to move forward in a way they haven't been able to before.
Originally used mainly in the treatment of traumatic stress disorders, EMDR now has a much wider application and is being used to treat a range of chronic emotional states.
I specialise in working with people who feel significant emotional distress; who have experienced trauma; adverse childhood experiences; or who are in stuck relationship patterns that are causing them problems with no idea why.
I am experienced in working with people who have a mental health diagnosis, such as generalised anxiety disorder, depression, DID or other dissociative experiences (depersonalisation/derealisation & dissociative amnesia), or BPD/EUPD.
I offer weekly psychotherapy and EMDR, as well as fortnightly EMDR and Intensive EMDR (working together for extended sessions or frequent sessions over a short period, to resolve issues very rapidly).
EMDR can be delivered online or in person.
I have also spent time researching and writing about women, parenting and shame.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a trauma specialist, which simply means that much of my work is with people who have experienced trauma in their lives - often, but not always in their childhoods. It also means that a lot of my continuing professional development is focussed around working with trauma. However, I work with a wide range of issues and if you're not sure whether I can help with your particular issue, please don't hesitate to get in touch with me for a no obligation chat.
I hold a Masters degree in Person-Centred Psychotherapy from Metanoia Institute in London and am trained and accredited to offer EMDR for trauma. I run a small but busy private practice, and also work for Mind, The Sporting Chance, London Ambulance Service, Seen & Heard, and RCK Partners as an affiliate psychotherapist.
My interest in therapy began when I worked for ChildLine as a counsellor. I stayed with ChildLine for around 10 years, before deciding to concentrate on working with adults and studying towards a Masters level psychotherapy qualification.
Before this, I had worked in people management and development for large professional services firms in the corporate sector. I still love helping people to develop professionally, and you can find more information about my Executive Coaching practice on my website.
I now divide my time between my private therapy and coaching practices and my work with other organisations, and focus on supporting individual adults.
I have completed specialist training in order to provide online therapy.
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 UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
EMDR UK
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
Parenting
Therapies offered
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Fees
£90.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£90 per 50 minute session. Intensive EMDR is costed at the same rate.
Whilst I don't offer free therapy sessions, we can have a chat over zoom before you commit to anything.
Once we agree to meet for therapy, I usually treat the first paid therapy session as a trial, so that we can see if we feel like the right fit for each other.
When I work
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Clients seeking Intensive EMDR can pay a deposit to secure the dates that best suit them (from dates available). We will tailor the intensive work to suit your needs.
Further information
I work non-diagnostically and therapeutically.
Not sure if working with a therapist like me is right for you? It's natural to feel hesitant about speaking to a therapist for the first time. Visit my website to find out a bit more about how I will support you, or email me to arrange a free 20 minute consultation over Zoom, so we can see whether it feels right to work together.
