About me
If you're looking for a therapist who knows what it's like to struggle with mental health issues and chronic illness, I'm glad you're here.
I offer a relaxed, no pressure environment where we can explore your concerns at your own pace. I incorporate both the mind and body in my approach so that we can create nervous system safety and body healing as well as working with thoughts, feelings and emotions.
If you're looking for a non-judgemental, open-minded therapist who shows up as her authentic self, respects your pace and individual journey but knows when to challenge you, please get in touch.
My Journey
I have a personal history of depression, anxiety, emetophobia, self-harm and suicidal thoughts. Additionally, since being diagnosed with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), I've been on my own healing journey which has provided me with a deep personal understanding of the daily struggles, systemic barriers, invalidation and frustration that comes with being chronically ill.
I know how important it is to feel understood by your therapist and my personal experiences of mental health issues and chronic illnesses help me to provide that understanding.
Sessions
I currently offer online sessions on a weekly or fortnightly basis. I offer a free 15 minute initial consultation in which we can have an informal chat about the way I work, your therapy goals and I can answer any questions you may have. There is absolutely no pressure after this consultation to book a session and if either of us feel it's not the right fit, I'll do my best to signpost you to alternative therapists that might be better suited.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
- Level 5 Certificate in Working Therapeutically with Trauma
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 2 Mental Health First Aid
- First Class BSc Psychology Degree
Experience:
- Providing somatic workshops for the On the Mend programme to help heal chronic illness
- Experience working for the NHS IAPT service
- Supporting individuals through Employer Direct Referrals via counselling agencies
- Support worker for the 'Say it Loud' sexual assault helpline
- Supporting victims of crime as a Victim Care Advocate for Victim Support
- Providing emotional support to individuals struggling with addictions and substance misuse through CGL
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 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
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £80.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Daytime sessions: £50
Concessional rates for students or those on a low income (sessions must take place on weekdays between 9am-5pm): £45
Concessional slots are limited so please get in touch if you're not sure if you qualify or you have any questions.
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