About me
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially when life feels overwhelming. The fact that you are here and considering therapy is already an important and courageous first step.
HOW CAN COUNSELLING HELP?
At times, we can feel stuck, unsure, or confused about how to move forward. Therapy provides a space to pause, reflect, and begin to understand what may be happening beneath the surface. By exploring your thoughts, feelings, and relationships, we can work towards a deeper understanding of yourself and the patterns that may be influencing your life.
WHAT TO EXPECT WORKING WITH ME-
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist, working with psychodynamic and person-centred approaches. This means I draw on different therapeutic perspectives while keeping your individual needs at the centre of our work. Together, we can explore how past experiences may shape the present and consider the changes you may wish to make-however big or small.
My approach is warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental. I aim to create a safe and supportive space where you can speak openly about what is worrying you. Therapy will move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, guided by what feels most important in your life.
I am genuinely curious about what makes you who you are. By embracing your individuality, we can explore your experiences, develop healthier ways of coping, and build a stronger, more resilient relationship with yourself.
Alongside talking therapy, I may also work creatively and with imagination where this feels helpful. This might include exploring dreams or using creative methods such as art or play. These approaches can provide another way to express thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to put into words and gain deeper understanding.
EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW-
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their Ethical Framework. I have worked with organisations including St Mungo's, Best Start for Life, and The Starfish Project at Bede House Association, as well as within HM Prison Service. I have supported people from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals experiencing homelessness and those who have had to leave their homes or countries.
I specialise in supporting survivors of domestic abuse and individuals affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). I believe that by using the therapeutic relationship as a foundation - where you feel free to speak your truth without judgement - we can explore your experiences and begin to make sense of how they may be affecting you today.
If you feel that working together could be helpful, you are welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial conversation, where we can discuss your needs and see if working together feels like the right fit for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 4 Diploma - Therapeutic Counselling CPCAB @ Southbank College
- Level 3 Diploma - Counselling Skills CPCAB @ Morley College
- Level 2 Diploma - Counselling Skills, Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) @ Morley College
- Diploma - Distinction in Anthropology @ Open College
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
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 per session
When I work
If you feel like we might be the right fit or have any questions about working together please get in touch via email.
Further information
Sessions can be scheduled weekly or fortnightly with some ad hoc sessions available.
I offer a free 15 minute consultation via Google Meet.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out via email.
