About me
A skilled therapist offers more than a listening ear. They are an authentic and steady presence in difficult times, helping you navigate uncertainty and find your way forward. If you choose to work with me, I will offer authenticity, compassion, curiosity, and a genuine commitment to understanding your unique experiences. Together, we will develop a therapeutic relationship that is tailored to your needs.
My approach is integrative, drawing on training in person-centred and psychodynamic therapies. This means I bring my authentic self into the therapeutic space and work to create an environment where you feel safe to do the same. While I accept and value you exactly as you are, I also support you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or exploring broader patterns in your life, we will work together to understand its origins, explore what may be keeping it in place, and consider the impact it has on your wellbeing and relationships. From there, we can develop greater insight and identify sustainable ways for you to move forward with confidence and independence.
I am comfortable exploring whatever feels important to you, no matter how complex or challenging it may seem. With warmth and curiosity, I will ask thoughtful questions that help us delve beneath the surface, bringing hidden concerns into the light so that we can make sense of them together.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am deeply committed to supporting people who have experienced trauma or struggle with low self-esteem to build a kinder, more connected relationship with themselves. Together, I work with you to focus on exploring the impact of past experiences, letting go of shame that no longer serves you, and create meaningful change in your life today.
As a therapist, I have experience of working with:
- People recovering from substance addictions.
- Survivors of present/historic sexual and domestic abuse.
- Patients recovering from eating disorders, particularly anorexia.
- Survivors of racial abuse and discrimination.
- Those experiencing premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and menopause.
- Single-session therapy (SST) for individuals who want prompt, goal-oriented help for a specific, well-defined issue rather than deep, long-term counselling support.
I hold certificates in: Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (PESI), Essential Strategies for Creating Safety and Connection With Trauma Clients (PESI), Motivational Interviewing (ANEEMO), Treating Trauma with Internal Family Systems Therapy (PESI), Working with Suicide (PESI), Somatic Techniques to Decrease Defensiveness and Facilitate Trauma Processing (PESI), Adverse Childhood Experiences (Barnsley College), Drugs and Alcohol - Awareness and Prevention (Alinson), Fundamentals of Domestic Violence and Abuse (Alinson), Bereavement and Grief Counselling (Alinson), Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment (Alinson), Gestalt Therapy for Palliative Care (Alinson), Understanding and Overcoming Gambling Disorder (Alinson), Understanding Eating Disorders (Alison), Understanding and Managing Binge Eating (Alinson), Treating Anorexia Nervosa (Alinson).
During my traineeship, I worked with: people on probation in the criminal justice system to help them address their substance addictions; survivors of sexual, domestic, and childhood domestic abuse, and NHS in-patients recovering from eating disorders, particularly anorexia.
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
£60.00 per session
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Further information
My private counselling practice is client-focused and collaborative. I offer confidential, supportive and low cost counselling for you to explore your feelings and identity more deeply. If your counselling needs fall under my listed experiences above, then I can help you to explore what’s going on now, as well as past experiences, moving at a pace that feels comfortable and right for you.
Recognising you need help is a courageous first step. Take your next relaxed step by booking a free 30-minute consultation with me. It’s a chance for you to get a feel for how I work, ask any questions you may have, and see whether you feel comfortable talking with me. It also gives me the opportunity to ensure I’m the right person to support you.
