About me
Why counselling?
I work face-to-face and have an office in Southend, as well as online.
I am an accredited counsellor, experienced registered member of counsellors and psychotherapists (PNCPS) and adhere to ethical guidelines and framework.
Working with clients with a variety of different issues such as relationships, addictions, eating disorders, domestic abuse, depression, anxiety, work-related stress, building confidence, self-esteem, loss and bereavement. I celebrate being able to help the people I work with to make a very real difference to their lives.
I focus on bringing change, hope, direction, acceptance, purpose and fulfilment into your life. You choose your own goals then we collaborate to achieve them! During difficult times, I can support you to find your own inner resources to cope and to deal effectively with your situation, building up your natural tenacity in order to gain a healthy perspective on life's obstacles.
I use integrative methods, which means I use a range of different approaches. In simple terms, I take an individualistic approach to use the theories that best suit my client’s individual needs.
I offer a free telephone consultation. This is an informal discussion to evaluate how I may help you and also for you to evaluate my service - there is no obligation to continue.
I specialise in relationships, all addictions; eating disorders, domestic abuse, depression, anxiety, work-related stress, building confidence, self-esteem, loss and bereavement.
I have experience working in the voluntary sector for a bereavement service, substance misuse services, and a domestic violence service, as well as private practice.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a Registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapies Society.
I have a Diploma level 4 and 5 integrative counsellor.
Among the types of counselling approaches I am trained to use are:- CBT, Gestalt, Transactional Analysis and Inner Child, Relational Intersubjective, Intrapersonal Skills, Psycho dynamic, Person Centred and Existential.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 per session
Additional information
£70 per session - Concessions for students
Couples sessions £90
Telephone consultation free of charge.
Counselling sessions are one hour in duration
Supervision fee £60 per 90 minute session - consessions for students
When I work
I work to flexible times please contact to arrange a time to your convenience
Further information
Why come in to counselling?
When life gets tough, therapy may empower you to bring the spark back into your life and lighten your days. I will be there for you with every step you take. You will need courage, honesty and willingness. You can find inner peace and solutions in the safe environment of a therapeutic relationship.
Why work with me?
I work ethically to the framework of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists - BACP - which ensures my practice is safe, professional, confidential, non judgmental and empathetic.
I offer both short-term and long-term counselling with an Integrative approach, which allows me to tailor my practice to suit your needs.
I deal with a large variety of issues (as listed below), and also specialise in all addictions, substance misuse, eating disorders, loss and bereavement, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem and trauma.
I work with adult individuals, couples and groups, I celebrate being able to help the people I work with and make a very real difference to their lives. I would be honoured to offer you the same individual journey to your real self.
Please feel free to contact me by phone, email or text if you would like to book a free assessment session to discuss your needs, or for further information about how I might be able to help you.
