About me
Getting the right therapist is a really important decision. I have 18 years extensive experience working in therapeutic settings. I aim to offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space for you to explore your problems or difficulties.
I am an Integrative therapist that can work creatively to offer a bespoke therapy that is tailored to your needs at any particular time. Looking at your past history and what's going on for you in the present can offer useful insights into your own processing and coping mechanisms. Our aim of working together is for you reach a place of contentment, fulfilment and resolution. If this sounds what you are looking for then firstly:
1 - Call or email me to arrange an initial assessment.
2 - The initial assessment is where we can meet and you can decide if you feel we can work together to reach your desired goal in therapy. The sessions are 50 mins.
3 - If we are both happy to work together we contract for 6 sessions and then review to see if you are getting what you want and need.
Sessions are:
£65 Individual
£80 Couples
Payments can be made by BACS, cash, or debit/credit card both over the phone or in person at the office
I work successfully with a broad range of problems from anxiety, bereavement, depression, relationship difficulties as well as trauma, however, my specialisms are working with anger, communication, trauma and addictive processes. I have trained in EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) which means I can help you process your emotions in a practical way. I have 18 years experience working with emotional eating and as such can help to uncover the triggers to this addiction and work with you to help you find resolution to long term cycles of weight loss and gain. Through counselling I can help you to become more self-aware of your self-sabotage techniques. I have also worked as an addiction therapist at a private treatment centre in Nottingham so have knowledge of the 12 steps Program regarding addiction of any kind.
There are many different ways in which a therapist and client relationship may develop. I feel privileged that I have had a thorough comprehensive training in Integrative counselling that allows me to utilise the skills I have to bring about change. For some people talking is enough but for others a more creative approach may be in order. Whatever the approach, you are always in control and have the right to say yes or no to anything that may be suggested. In fact, that part of the therapeutic approach can be really useful particularly for someone who finds it difficult to say no to anyone in the outside world. People pleasing can manifest many different problems. Whatever your issue I would look forward to meeting you for an initial assessment to see how we both feel about moving forward to help you achieve whatever outcomes you are looking for.
Training, qualifications & experience
BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy MBACP and 11 years experience of working in therapy.
Trained at The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute which is considered to be the best training provider in this subject area outside of London. Course accredited by Staffordshire University.
I have undertaken a course 'Counselling Young People' at The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute.
I have had 2 years experience at a Domestic Violence unit counselling victims to help get their lives back on track. I have also worked with clients with a variety of issues including Anger Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Depression, Bereavement, Gender Dysphoria, relationship issues and lack of self esteem and confidence. As well as working in my own Private Practice, I currently work as an addiction therapist with clients recovering from Alcohol and Drug addiction in a private treatment centre.
As a trained weight management consultant I also have a sound knowledge of relationships with food and as such offer psychotherapy to those wanting to explore their issues surrounding food whether that be over-eating or other eating disorders.
I have a particular interest in working with anger and also any addictive processes.
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
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£65 for 50 mins One to One Counselling
£80 for 1 hr Couples Counselling
When I work
I work Mondays to Fridays and offer daytime and evening appointments - latest appointment is at 6.00pm.
