About me
Sometimes we know that something isn't quite right, but can't easily explain why. We may feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck in patterns that we understand intellectually but struggle to change. At other times, something has happened to us that has left us trying to make sense of ourselves, our relationships or the way we experience the world.
Therapy can offer a space to slow things down and look more closely at what is happening beneath the surface. I offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where you can talk openly about what is troubling you, without having to arrive with everything figured out.
My approach is trauma-informed and psychodynamic. I am interested not only in what is happening now, but also in how past experiences, relationships and ways of coping may have shaped the way you see yourself and relate to others. At the same time, I don't believe therapy should follow a fixed formula. I adapt my way of working to the person in front of me, drawing on person-centred, compassion-focused and mentalisation approaches where they are helpful.
My aim is not simply to help you manage difficult feelings, but to develop a better understanding of yourself and the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. From there, we can explore different ways of relating to yourself, to other people and to difficult experiences.
I work with children and young people aged 6–17 as well as adults. With younger clients, talking isn't always the best or most natural way to communicate what is happening. I therefore use creative and play-based approaches alongside talking therapy, allowing the work to develop according to the child's age, personality, interests and needs.
With teenagers, I can offer a space that is separate from external expectations; somewhere they can begin to make sense of their experiences in their own way.
I have significant experience working with:
- trauma, including PTSD and complex trauma
- anxiety and depression
- bereavement, miscarriage and baby loss
- perinatal mental health
- neurodivergence, including adults exploring or receiving a later diagnosis
- relationship difficulties and patterns of codependency
- psychosomatic difficulties
- difficulties with identity, self-esteem and emotional regulation
I also have particular experience supporting people who have spent a long time trying to cope, adapt or appear as though everything is fine, while finding that this has become increasingly difficult to sustain.
I offer both short- and long-term therapy, depending on what you are looking for and what feels appropriate for your circumstances.
Sessions are available in English, Italian and Spanish.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified Level 7 Psychodynamic Psychotherapeutic Counsellor. I hold a BSc Degree in Psychology (Hons) and a BSc Degree in International Relations and Diplomacy (Hons)
My core work modality is psychodynamic, trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirmative, and focused on addressing the root causes of problems to create deep, lasting changes. However, I tailor my approach to my clients' needs, and I can integrate person-centred, compassion-focused, and mentalisation techniques.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
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