About me
Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming, and finding the right support can feel like a difficult first step. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, loss, low self-esteem, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. Whatever has brought you to therapy, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted. Together, we can explore what you are experiencing, develop a deeper understanding of yourself, and work towards positive change at a pace that feels right for you. Taking the first step can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of something different.
As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I believe therapy should be as unique as the person seeking support. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including person-centred, humanistic, psychoanalytic, transactional analysis (TA), and existential therapy. This allows me to adapt my way of working to your experiences, needs and goals.
Everyone’s journey is different. Together, we can explore what you are going through, understand patterns that may be affecting your life, and consider what you would like to change. I will work alongside you with compassion and understanding, helping you explore what matters to you and what you would like to gain from therapy.
I believe that we all have the capacity for change, although at times we may need support to better understand ourselves, our experiences, and the challenges we face. Through careful and respectful listening, I provide a confidential space where you can explore both past and present experiences at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
My aim is to work collaboratively with you to develop greater self-understanding, confidence and awareness, supporting you as you move towards positive change.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualification:
- MSc in Psychotherapy & Counselling
- PG Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
- PG Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy
- Diploma in Family Therapy - Systemic Practice Application & Skills
- BSc Hons. in Psychology
Training and CPD:
I attend regular CPD to keep my practice and my knowledge up to date. I have a real passion for learning about anything counselling related.
Some of the CPD trainings I have attended include:
- Treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & Training
- Self Harm
- Anger Management
- Addiction
- Stress Management
- Counselling Studies
- Understanding Guilt & Shame
- Working with Women Survivors of Sexual Violence
- Domestic Violence
- Loss & Bereavement
- Counselling Skills
Experience:
I have several years of experience both in private practice and working for agencies such as Newham Action Against Domestic Violence, working as a counsellor within a GP practice, in a drug & alcohol agency and within a rape & sexual abuse support centre.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individuals counselling face to face - £60 for a 50 minute session.
Telephone or online counselling - £60 for a 50 minute session.
Please contact me for any further information.
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Further information
I understand how daunting it can feel to contact a counsellor this is why I offer a free 20 minutes telephone consultation. You are welcome to call me for an informal chat and to ask any questions you may have.
To get the best out of counselling, you need to feel comfortable with your therapist, so before making a decision, I am more than happy to talk to you on the phone to see if we can work together. After all, counselling is an investment in you and you deserve to choose someone that suits you, there is no obligation or pressure to book an appointment.
I may not be able to always answer my phone, please leave a message and a number that I can reach you on and I will return your call as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can email me using the email me feature at the top of my profile.
