About me
Welcome.
I'm a Counselling Psychologist, and I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard, understood and accepted. I offer a warm, compassionate and non judgemental space where you can talk openly about whatever is on your mind. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck or simply looking to understand yourself better, we'll work together at a pace that feels right for you.
I welcome people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, relationship structures and backgrounds. I'm committed to providing an inclusive and affirming space where you can feel safe to be yourself and explore whatever is important to you.
I work with adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, low self esteem, relationship challenges and life transitions. Alongside this, I have a particular interest in psychosexual therapy and have completed advanced training in this area. I support individuals with concerns around intimacy, sexual functioning, compulsive sexual behaviours, desire and communication about sex within relationships.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't need to have everything figured out before we begin. Therapy is a space to explore what's important to you, gain a deeper understanding of yourself and find ways to move forward with greater confidence and self compassion.
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs. I draw on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person Centred Therapy (PCPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), adapting each session to what feels most helpful for you.
I offer both short term and longer term therapy, either online on a Thursday afternoon or in person from Banchory on Monday evenings.
If you're thinking about starting therapy, I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have and support you in taking that first step.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training
- Undergraduate in Psychology (hons) - University of Aberdeen
- Masters in Human Cognitive Neuropsychology - University of Edinburgh
- Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DPsych)- Glasgow Caledonian University
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for people with PTSD - NHS Education for Scotland
- Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) parts 1,2 & 3 - Richmond training
- Introduction to Compassion Focused Therapy - Balanced minds
- Compassion Focused Therapy: deepening knowledge and skills - Contextual Consulting
- Compassion Focused Therapy for psychosexual difficulties - Compassionate Mind
- Certificate in Psychosexual Therapy (level 5) - The Grove
- Foundations in Menopause-Informed Psychological Care - Menopause CBT Clinic
Experience
I have extensive experience of working with mental health presentations including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders and depression. I also have experience working with the LGBTQI+ community, more specifically body and/or gender dysphoria.
I have a special interest in working with psychosexual issues. People often are extremely anxious about seeking support for issues around intimacy and sex. Within our sessions, I aim to provide a safe and open space for us to explore these difficulties, often through increasing sexual knowledge, exploring potential barriers and communication skills and intimacy experiments.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£110.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
- I offer an initial free 20 minute telephone consultation.
- Sessions are 50 minutes - £110
- Clinical supervision (1 hour) - £75
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Please get in touch if my availability highlighted does not suit and we can discuss if we can find a suitable time.
