About me
I know how overwhelming looking through the listings on the Counselling Directory can be. Maybe contact a few different therapists - it's pretty standard to offer a free consultation, so you can get a sense of the different therapists out there, and choose one who feels a good fit with you. I pay close attention to the narratives we build and the disguises we assume to protect ourselves from pain. Understanding how these patterns are formed can help you decide which aspects of your life you want to hold onto, and which you would rather let go of. Together we can work on the feelings and issues that are troubling you.
Whatever is affecting you we can examine together, so you can move toward greater self-understanding and emotional wellbeing, and feel less 'stuck'. I have a previous life in the arts, which means I can bring a curious, creative approach to the work, alongside my training in the psychodynamic and person-centred traditions of psychotherapy.
Psychodynamic therapy helps you understand how your current feelings and behaviour are shaped by your past experiences and our unconscious mind, while person centred therapy works more with aspects of self-actualisation and personal growth.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re used to holding things in or managing on your own. You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. If you’re looking for a space where you can be met with warmth, honesty and understanding, take that first step by contacting me for a free consultation call.
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” C. S. Lewis
Training, qualifications & experience
- I am a member of COSCA (Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland)
- I have a PG Diploma in Counselling (Edinburgh University)
I have been practising for 4 years
Member organisations
COSCA is the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland, and seeks to advance all forms of counselling and psychotherapy and the use of counselling skills by promoting best practice and through the delivery of a range of sustainable services. COSCA Counsellor Accreditation is a pathway to entry onto the UKRC. It is a requirement of all individual and organisational members of COSCA to abide by its Statement of Ethics and Code of Practice and be accountable to the Complaints Procedure. 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
Photos & videos
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
You are welcome to discus fees with me.
When I work
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Further information
Prior to training as a psychotherapist, I worked in the arts, directing documentaries and pop videos.
