About me
Experienced Psychodynamic Counsellor and Psychotherapist Adults and couples.
There are times in life when we can feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. Reaching out for support can be the first step towards understanding yourself more fully and creating positive change.
I am an experienced Therapeutic Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering face-to-face counselling for adults in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. My aim is to provide a supportive space where you can talk openly about your concerns, feel heard, and explore the difficulties that may be affecting your wellbeing and relationships.
With over 30 years' experience working within the health profession, I have developed a deep understanding of the challenges people face throughout their lives. I believe that each person is unique and work collaboratively with clients, tailoring therapy to their individual needs and circumstances.
I offer both short-term and longer-term counselling and have experience supporting clients with a wide range of issues, including:
• Anxiety and stress
• Depression and low mood
• Bereavement and loss
• Relationship difficulties
• Low self-esteem and lack of confidence
• Emotional and physical abuse
• Life transitions and personal change
• Addictive or repetitive patterns of behaviour
• Feelings of being stuck, lost or overwhelmed
Alongside individual counselling, I have a particular interest in working with couples who may be experiencing conflict, communication difficulties, or feeling disconnected within their relationship. I also offer support to couples navigating separation, helping them work through challenges in a respectful and constructive way.
Choosing the right counsellor is an important decision. I offer a warm, compassionate approach and believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship can help people gain greater self-awareness, develop resilience, and move towards a more fulfilling life.
If you would like to find out more, please contact me by telephone or email. We can arrange an initial conversation to discuss your current situation and explore whether counselling or psychotherapy feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- WPF :Advanced Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
- HBCF: Post Advanced -Diploma Quality certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- WPF : Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
- WPF Certificate in Counselling Skills
- MBACP
I specialised in training as a Psychodynamic counsellor/ Psychotherapist following a long career working within Psychological services in the NHS and Charity organizations managing teams to support vulnerable Adults/ Families.
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
Therapies offered
Fees
Additional information
Initial consultation £55.00
My fee is £50 for a once-weekly individual 50 minute session.
Costs for family and couples differ and would be discussed prior to booking an appointment.
Limited places for reduced fee for clients on a low income.
Further information
I am a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and follow their ethical guidelines to run a safe professional practice.
I hold a CRB Enhanced Disclosure which is renewed every 3 years as I still work part time within the Health services.
