About me
I offer play, creative arts and talking therapies for children and adolescents. A trusting relationship is at the heart of this work, helping each young person feel safe enough to explore their thoughts and feelings.
With over 15 years’ experience supporting neurotypical and neurodivergent children, young people and families, I have developed extensive knowledge of adolescent mental health and the challenges that can arise during this important stage of life.
My work in primary schools has shown me how play and creative activities can help children express big feelings when words are hard to find, while giving young people of all ages space to understand themselves.
I support children and adolescents experiencing emotional challenges, including trauma, parental separation, and difficulties with school or friendships. I see behaviour as a form of communication and offer a warm, containing space where young people can explore what may be behind it.
The therapy room includes toys, art materials and crafts. For adolescents, connection can also happen through talking and reflecting on their experiences together. Early sessions are relaxed and help us build trust and understand what support may be most helpful. I usually meet with parents or carers first, although this may not be right for every teenager.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a UKCP-registered child and adolescent integrative psychotherapist, supporting children and young people with neurodivergence, anxiety, low mood, self-harm, substance use and family or school difficulties. I can also work with parents and carers where helpful. I prioritise safety and connection, working at each individual’s pace in a way that feels right for them.
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 UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. 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
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone, and I offer a limited number of low-cost spaces. I work from my clinic in Hove and Preston Park.
When I work
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Further information
If I sound like the right fit, please do get in touch. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your child’s needs and whether working together feels appropriate. Therapy is not a magic wand, but it can provide a safe, supportive relationship in which change becomes possible.
