About me
Do you feel like your brain is constantly on high alert? Whether it is a loop of intrusive "what-if" thoughts, overwhelming past memories that refuse to fade, or a harsh inner critic telling you that you don't belong, it is exhausting to live in a body that never feels fully safe. You don't have to keep fighting your own mind alone. I'm a warm and reflective CBT and EMDR therapist. I specialise in supporting individuals navigating the complex intersections of trauma, OCD, ADHD, and social anxiety. I help people who feel overwhelmed by their thoughts and nervous systems reclaim a sense of calm, control and confidence.
My approach is active, collaborative, and entirely free of clinical judgment. We will use two evidence-based treatments to get you feeling better:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): To help us map out how your thoughts, anxiety, and ADHD traits interact, giving you practical, day-to-day strategies to break free from OCD loops and social dread.
- EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing): To safely process traumatic memories/painful past experiences so they lose their emotional charge and stop hijacking your present.
Together, we won't just talk about the problems we will actively retrain your nervous system and give you tangible tools to build a life that feels authentic and manageable.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am an accredited CBT Psychotherapist and EMDR Psychotherapist in training with over 11 years of NHS experience working with adults in NHS primary health care services with clients from diverse backgrounds.
I tailor therapy to your needs, goals and aspirations, effectively combining CBT, CFT, ACT and EMDR, allowing us to explore the challenges you are facing now and any past experiences which may be impacting you. Alongside this, I am able to support you to develop coping strategies in order for you to gain insight and make meaningful and lasting changes to your life, mental health and wellbeing.
Top Specialties: Trauma and PTSD| ADHD| Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)| Chronic Illness
Other interests I work with include; anger management, anxiety, burnout, depression, pregnancy, prenatal, postpartum, relationship issues, self-esteem, sleep or insomnia, stress, health anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, phobias and existential angst.
Qualifications:
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- PGDip CBT
- Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£85.00 - £90.00
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Further information
You can email or call me to discuss your needs and what has brought you to therapy. We will arrange a time to have a telephone discussion initially. If you are happy we will book an appointment to meet.
During our first appointment we will work together to identify the problem or issue that you would like help with and I will ask you about the problem(s), how they trouble you, and when and how they started, as well as any other treatment or support you have had or are having now. This may take one or two meetings. At the end of this period we will agree on your goals for therapy, decide if I am likely to be able to help you, and if you would like to continue working with me. You will be under no obligation to continue working with me.
I have been trained in several therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Whilst there are times when I will draw on an integrative approach there will be instances where a specific evidence-based approach such as a structured CBT or EMDR protocol will be most appropriate. In such cases I will apply that model of therapy in its standard form to ensure the best therapeutic outcome. You will receive a thoughtfully tailored approach to your difficulties, goals and aspirations.
I provide short and long-term therapy and we can agree what will suit your needs, goals and aspirations best.
Starting therapy can feel daunting. My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you feel safe to talk openly, at your own pace.
Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my work, as I believe meaningful change happens when you feel heard, understood and accepted.
Whether you are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship difficulties or feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges, I will work alongside you to help you gain insight, build resilience and make meaningful and lasting improvements to your mental, emotional health and wellbeing.
Seeking support is a courageous first step, and you don't have to face things alone. Together, we can work towards helping you feel more like yourself again and create positive, lasting change.
