About me
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor with 13 years’ experience, and I have been running my own private practice for the past 10 years. I work integratively, which means I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches and tailor them to suit your individual needs.
This allows us to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a way that feels relevant and meaningful to you. Together, we can look at how life is for you, how you respond in different situations, and work towards finding ways forward that feel manageable and effective.
I offer a confidential, non-judgemental and accepting space where you can talk openly about whatever is going on for you. Unresolved issues can often lead to emotional distress, and therapy can help bring awareness to underlying thoughts and feelings, allowing you to better understand yourself and create change.
While it can be helpful to talk to friends or family, it isn’t always easy to be completely open with those close to us. Counselling provides a safe, supportive environment where you can express yourself freely, without fear of judgement or impact on others.
I have experience working in a variety of settings, including a GP practice, supported accommodation for young people, and as a school counsellor for ages 11–18. This has given me a broad understanding of the different challenges people face at different stages of life.
I also have extensive knowledge and experience working with ADHD and Autism. Whether you are diagnosed, undiagnosed, or beginning to question whether this may apply to you, I can support you in understanding your experiences and developing practical strategies to manage day-to-day life. I can also help you explore whether seeking a formal assessment may be right for you. Please note that I am not able to provide a diagnosis.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified counsellor/therapist and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I can also be found on the BACP Register which was set up by the Department of Health in 2013.
I have been trained to post-graduate level in Integrative Counselling, which is accredited by the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
I attend regular CPD training days keeping my skills and knowledge up-to-date so that I can help you in the best way I can.
Attachment from the inside, Sir Richard Bowlby
The Psychology and Neuroscience of Children & Teenagers, Dr Margot Sunderland
- Diploma in neurodiversity awareness
- Eating disorder level 2- KSCB
- Child Sexual Exploitation Level 2 - Kent Safeguarding Children Board
- Child Sexual Abuse Level 2 - Kent Safeguarding Children Board
- Self Harm level 2 - Kent safeguarding children board
- Safeguarding Training - Place2be
- Play therapy with children - Place2be
- Working with body image & weight - The weight matters practice
- Trauma & the Body: Somatisation & Dissociation
- Neurodiversity awareness diploma 2024
- Understanding autism
- Working creatively
- Certificate level 2, suicide and self harm prevention
Other experience:
- Bexley Adult Education – The Psychology of Relationships
- Freedom programme – Awareness of domestic abuse
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
I have very good experience in bereavement therapy, pregnancy loss and still born.
I work with young people from aged 11 years and also adults.
I have been a therapeutic counsellor working with clients for 10 years.
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My fee is £70 per session; I can offer some appointments with concession rates for low-income individuals at £60 per session. The initial assessment is £60
When I work
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early morning | |||||||
| Morning | |||||||
| Early afternoon | |||||||
| Late afternoon | |||||||
| Evening |
Further information
I am fairly flexible with appointments, I am based in Upchurch Rainham. I can offer appointments at fairly short notice.
I work mornings, afternoons and early evening most days.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the service I provide. I am happy for you to call, text or email me.
- 07713 254 077
