About me
Online/telephone counsellor
I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with adults and young people (aged 14+) to help improve emotional well-being and quality of life. I offer short, medium and long-term counselling and psychotherapy.
Please note all sessions are currently online. I am continuing to meet clients via telephone, Zoom, WhatsApp and Skype.
You may be experiencing distressing thoughts, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed with relationships or life. Counselling can support the exploration of difficulties, disruptive thoughts and feelings. A therapeutic relationship can offer and promote access to self-awareness and emotional wellness.
It is my belief that change can occur when the environment feels safe, confidential in which your feelings, beliefs and behaviours can be explored in a non-directive space. To facilitate, it is my intention to offer a warm, open and genuine relationship.
I am committed to growing my own self-awareness and working in a reflexive, curious manner. I bring my unique self to the therapeutic relationship which comprises of congruence, self-awareness and a non-judgemental attitude. I observe, take note, feel for and gain my felt sense of connection when in relationship. Through relating in this way I hope you feel I am present and that you are valued.
Initial contact for potentially working together would be to a 10-15 telephone call. This will allow us to spend time gaining an insight into what brings you to counselling. It is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions you may have about the way I work or the counselling process.
Training, qualifications & experience
I decided to retrain as a psychotherapist after 10 rewarding years as a secondary school teacher. During my psychotherapy training I gained experience in a number of placement settings. This enabled me to gain experience of working with a wide range of mental health issues, age-groups, class, gender, race and sexuality. My placements were within the Nottinghamshire area and included; Women’s Aid, Base 51, Bilborough Sixth Form College and The Carers Federation.
Years of experience - 5 plus
- UKCP full clinical accredited membership
- University approved Training for Working at distance/online
- The Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute Graduate membership
- MSc Person-Centred & Experiential Psychotherapy
- MA in Education
- PGCE Teacher of ICT
- BSc (Hons) Sports Science & Computing
- BND Health Studies
Member organisations
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.
UK Council for Psychotherapy
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
Accredited Register Scheme
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
From £40.00 to £50.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Session fee: £50 (50 minutes)
Sliding scale: £40 (50 minutes)
Home visits incur additional charges. Please contact me regarding this option
Availability
Monday - Friday (flexible times)
Further information
I adhere to the UKCP and BACP ethical framework and principles. I have regular clinical supervision which ensures the efficacy and safety of my practice and undertake continual professional development.
