About me
If you look put together on the outside, but your low self-confidence, self-esteem problems, or perfectionism make life feel harder than it should I can help.
I teach people to see what's happening and how to change their patterns even if therapy hasn’t worked before.
Who I work with
I work with people who describe themselves as outwardly successful or high achieving but who still feel like something is missing.
This shows up as anxiety, panic attacks, relationship issues, family issues even when they're often competent and doing well at work. The mismatch can be confusing and embarrassing and mean people find it hard to articulate what's wrong.
People tell me that they want to stop feeling so bad about themselves because secretly they still imagine they're not quite good enough.
You might also have a 'complicated' family background and don't know if it's relevant or not (and if it what you should do about it).
You’ve probably spent too long trying to figure this out by yourself. You want someone who sees past your bravado and can help you make sense of what’s going on.
How I work
- I'm direct, I explain things and I tell you what we're doing and why. If you have questions, just ask.
- People tell me I'm easy to talk to. I'm clear, honest and don't use therapy jargon.
- I'm LGBTQ+ affirming, neurodivergent friendly and trauma informed.
- If I don't think I can help you I'll let you and try and refer you to someone who can.
Session details
- Online via Zoom
- Mon/Wed/Fri: Morning/Afternoon (no evening/weekend availability)
- £130 per 50 minute session (weekly or fortnightly)
- Short/long term. Many clients work with me long term. Short term clients are also welcome
- Free 15 minute call to see if we're a good fit https://www.exploreyourmind.co.uk/book-now
Training, qualifications & experience
I took a counselling skills course at Metanoia Institute in London before undertaking a 4 year postgraduate diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy. I'm UKCP accredited which means the UKCP check that I meet their high standards.
I've had additional training in sexual abuse and abusive relationships, trauma and cptsd (complex trauma). Childhood trauma and CPTSD are my specialist areas of interest.
I've had a lot of personal therapy to help me differentiate my 'stuff' and your 'stuff'. You don't need to worry about whether you're sharing too much or if I'll be ok. I'm happy for you to tell me as much as you feel comfortable. Whether you want to talk about dying, feeling suicidal or why you feel like a failure, I'm happy to listen.
The most important indicator of success in therapy is how you connect to your therapist. I want you to find the right person and if that's not me, I'll see if I can direct you towards someone who can help.
I'm LGBTQIA affirmative, neurodivergent inclusive and committed to anti racism work.
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 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
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
C-PTSD, CPTSD, Complex trauma, developmental trauma.
Therapies offered
Fees
£130.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I charge £130 per 50 minute session.
I'm a registered provider with Aviva. Please check your policy if you would like to use your insurance.
When I work
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Further information
My practice is LGBTQIA affirming and neuro diverse inclusive. I am committed to anti racism work. I work online via Zoom, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-4.30pm.
