About me
Thank you for visiting my page, I am a fully qualified, BABCP (British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies) accredited and registered Psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Starting therapy is a significant step, and it is completely normal to feel unsure about how to begin or choose the right practitioner. My goal is to provide a collaborative, supportive space where you feel heard, gain personal clarity, and start creating meaningful change. Together, we will look at the whole picture, exploring how your thoughts, physical well-being, and day-to-day environment connect, while focusing on the present moment and looking at the past where needed.
I work with:
Individuals navigating a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, low mood, and trauma. I also have a specific passion for treating OCD, as well as managing the emotional toll, physical pain, and identity reconstruction that often accompanies long-term physical health conditions.
To best support you:
My style is highly personalised and integrates both behavioural and somatic approaches, drawing on evidence-based frameworks like Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) and Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT).
Ultimately, the goal of our work together is to ensure you leave therapy equipped with concrete, practical skills you can confidently use to navigate your future self and future challenges. There is no rush and this process is to be taken with grace and kindness.
Taking that first step is often the hardest part, which is why I offer a free, informal 20-minute consultation call. This is a no-obligation chat for us to connect, discuss your goals, and see if we are the right fit for your journey. To arrange a chat, please feel free to reach out to me at MH_Therapy@outlook.com - 01865 638913
Training, qualifications & experience
Training, qualifications & experience
-Bachelor of Science in Psychology
-Masters of Science in Health Psychology
-PGDip (Postgraduate Diploma) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
-Long term conditions training
-British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies full accreditation
I have been working across diverse mental health services within the NHS and specialised for more than 8 years.
This background gives me a deep understanding of the unique challenges people face at different stages of their mental health journeys.
My professional experience includes:
Specialist Psychiatric Care: Spending several years focusing on: inpatient forensic psychiatric care, inpatient eating disorders, acute male and female units.
Forensic Services: Supporting individuals within prison environments navigating complex cognitive impairments.
NHS talking therapy services: Helping individuals manage day-to-day anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, PSTD and life transitions.
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 BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.
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
£55.00 - £75.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Following an initial free phone call to meet and discuss what you would like to work on. If you feel you would like to move forward with me, our first appointment will be an hour, with sessions to follow lasting 50 minutes.
This first session is charged at the reduced rate of £55 as a chance for you to experience what our therapy sessions will be like.
Subsequent sessions are £75.
If you have any questions of request please feel free to reach out to me.
Further information
Specific problems I treat:
- Anxiety
- Burnout / Chronic Fatigue / Long Covid
- Depression
- Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) 'worry'
- Health anxiety
- Low self-esteem or confidence issues
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Phobias *Excludes Emetophobia
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) & Trauma
- Social anxiety
- Stress and work-related stress
Symptoms that could indicate a psychological problem:
- Breathing difficulties (shortness of breath, hyperventilation)
- Digestive issues (stomach ache, nausea, IBS)
- Fatigue and low energy
- Headaches
- Heart palpitations
- Muscle tension
- Overwhelmed mind
- Poor appetite or overeating
- Poor concentration
- Brain Fog
- Shaking and trembling
- Sweating
- Nightmares and flashbacks
