About me
I offer Psychodynamic talking therapy and or Art therapy as well as being a specialist in EMDR. I often combine these modalities to best suit the individual I am working with.
I think it is important to treat people and this process with respect, compassion and kindness. Allowing you to take responsibility for your own creative decisions and content means that as opposed to leading you down a path, I am rather stood beside you, keeping you safe and supporting you in your journey.
I have over 10 years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of mental health struggles and neurodiverse needs, including trauma (PTSD & CPTSD), depression, anxiety, psychosis, Autism, ADHD, disordered attachment, personality differences, low confidence and more. Specialist fields I have worked in include those who have been in foster care, looked after children, acute psychiatric mental health issues, eating disorder, hospice/ bereavement, addiction and recovery programmes.
EMDR (eye movement desensitisation reprocessing therapy)- this is a therapy specifically designed for treatment of trauma (including CPTSD), using eye movement techniques as well as simultaneously recalling trauma. Individuals often find themselves freed of triggers, nightmares, fears, grieving and seemingly out-of-control symptoms that they have suffered with for years. The work will also focus on leaving you with a more positive core belief, helping develop positive self esteem.
Art Psychotherapy uses art media as its primary mode of expression; recognising how difficult it can be to translate our thoughts and feelings into words, as well as the stigma and challenges around language and mental health. Art is great at breaking through these barriers and allow us to reflect and express ourselves in a rich and authentic way. No artistic abilities are needed.
I follow a psychodynamic framework which focuses on looking at past experiences and relationships and the influence they have on current circumstances and relationships in your day to day life. I use this framework in both talking and art therapy. Having both vessels of therapy means I can adapt to provide a rich experience for my clients.
The Space: I work out of a private and secluded studio space, nestled within a peaceful garden. This space is designed to be comfortable, welcoming and safe.
Training, qualifications & experience
- EMDR practitioner training 2022
- Clinical supervision training, BAAT
- Masters in Art Psychotherapy with a Merit from Goldsmiths University of London
- BA (Hons) in Illustration from The Arts University Bournemouth
- Foundation Diploma in Art & Design from The Arts University Bournemouth
I focus on continuous professional development with a special interest in neurodiversity, chronic illness and trauma.
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Fees
£80.00 per session
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Further information
I am committed to providing a safe, inclusive and affirming therapeutic space for individuals from LGBTQIA+ communities and those who experience marginalisation or difference.
