About me
How I Work
Therapist and Supervisor
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile and for considering me as your therapist. I assure you that I will provide a comprehensive and inclusive therapeutic experience, where you can feel secure in delving into any aspect of your life at your own comfortable pace.
I have a deep commitment to supporting individuals through various challenges and have cultivated a wealth of experience across multiple therapeutic areas. My work often involves helping those struggling with anxiety, self-esteem issues, bereavement, grief and loss, depression, relationship difficulties, addiction, and eating disorders, among others. I am here to provide guidance and support on your journey to healing.
I understand the deep challenges of existential themes like loss, isolation, and bereavement, which affect us all uniquely. In my practice, I create a warm, secure space for clients to feel understood. I value working with diverse individuals and am especially passionate about supporting men's emotional well-being and its impact on relationships. Everyone deserves support, and I'm here to walk alongside you on your journey.
Please don't hesitate to ask if there are any other topics you would like to discuss. I have experience and knowledge in various areas, so feel free to enquire about any other interests you may have.
As a member of the BACP and a holder of a Professional Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, I have acquired expertise in various approaches and techniques in counselling. My practice now encompasses relationship dynamics, mental health, and bereavement. I take immense pleasure in meeting individuals who muster the courage to seek help through counselling. I appreciate the bravery it takes to come to me for support, and I strive to provide the most exceptional therapeutic experience possible. My passion for counselling stems from my deep respect for people's desire to understand themselves better.
I work in private practice and am qualified in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred, CBT, Psychodynamic, Gestalt and Existential Therapy.
My Approach
Whether you are new to counselling/therapy or returning after a break, rest assured that you will receive compassionate support from a friendly and accessible therapist. I will guide you through your concerns at a pace that suits you, and I will only encourage you to confront your fears when you are prepared and capable of doing so.
I believe in taking a comprehensive approach to therapy, which involves being trained in a range of techniques. I tend to gravitate towards existential themes because I think they underlie a wide range of life's problems, such as relationship and identity issues, addiction and isolation, as well as depression and grief. In addition to my private practice, I teach Level 3 and 4 Integrative counselling for the LSC. I am a fully qualified Supervisor. Previously, I have worked in numerous areas of the addiction world, including young people, families and individuals.
I offer therapy services for individuals or couples. It is entirely up to the client to determine the approach we take during our sessions as we work together towards our shared objective.
Other Experience
I recently worked with Children, Young Persons and Families as a Practitioner who offers a support service to children and young adults up to the age of 21. My goal was to provide information, advice, and assistance to those who are living with or affected by drug or alcohol issues. I strive to provide lasting support that helps individuals make positive changes in their lives. I am concentrating all of my passion into therapy now, which is my first love.
As a Counselling Tutor at the London School of Counselling, an adult education college, I teach Counselling Skills at Levels 1-3 and Therapeutic Counselling at Level 4. I also supervise the level 4 groups in their second year of training. Through this role, I have the opportunity to guide students who are embarking on their journey to becoming counsellors and therapists while also staying up-to-date with the latest ethics and laws in the counselling field. Witnessing the emergence of new therapists and contributing to their development is incredibly fulfilling for me.
As part of my services, I offer brief courses on various topics, including Understanding Depression, Introduction to Mindfulness, Positive Psychology, Mental Health Awareness, Understanding Addiction, Steps to Wellbeing, Understanding Self-Harm, Introduction to Psychology, and more.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:- Professional Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Lv 6); Active IQ Award in Education and Training; Substance Misuse: Mental Health Awareness; Drugs Awareness; Psychology, Safeguarding, Mindfulness, Grief and Loss; Existential Therapeutic Therapy. Counselling Supervisor
Courses attended:- Practitioner - Information Governance; 'How we live' Philosophy & Psychotherapy; New Psychoactive Substances (NPS) - Impact, , Through Neuroscience for Practitioners; On Death and Dying, Boundaries for Best Practice; Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults; Prevent Training; Relational Approach to Resilience (Mental Health Forum); Mindfulness; Anxiety & Depression; Alcohol Awareness; Recovery Planning; Synthetic Cannabinoids; Child Protection Issues; Mental Health Awareness; Working With Personality Disorder. Boundaries for best practice,
Work and Awards:
I have worked for the NHS, CRI, Foundation 66 (Phoenix Futures), Drugsline and BlenheimCDP in Therapeutic roles since 2010 and continue to do so. I have won awards for my work at the NHS, Foundation 66, BlenheimCDP and Drugsline. Haringey Practitioner outstanding achievement award
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am also a lead tutor for level 4 counselling course meaning I arrange, plan and deliver qualification level therapeutic training to trainee counsellors including clinical supervision to support them while on placement
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
One-to-one sessions £60
Couples £90
Trainee Students £35
Telephone £60
Skype £60
When I work
Monday to Friday evening / weekends by arrangement. Please contact me to discuss mutually convenient times.
Further information
What I help with : Abuse, Addiction(s), Anger Management, Anxiety, Bereavement, Depression, Eating disorders, General counselling, Identity problems, Loss, Mens Issues, Mental health issues, Obsessions, OCD, Personal development, Post-traumatic stress, Redundancy, Relationships, Self-esteem, Stress, Trauma, Work related issues
I am also a Counselling Supervisor. I offer a discounted rate for students. I work with individuals and groups. I have worked both in private practice and for charities as a therapist, tutor and supervisor.
