About me
I’m a trained Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist with full BABCP accreditation. My professional background is in Social Work, and I’ve completed specialist CBT training, with regular supervision and ongoing professional development. I’m also a CBT Clinical Supervisor and trained in EMDR and Life Coaching.
Taking the step to explore therapy or coaching can feel daunting, and it’s okay to feel unsure at first. My aim is to offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you feel supported and respected. I work compassionately and at your pace, creating a safe and welcoming environment to help you through your journey.
Training, qualifications & experience
With nearly two decades of experience in social work and psychotherapy, I offer a compassionate, non judgemental, highly skilled and evidenced based approach to mental health support.
- Professional Journey
2007–2012: Began my career in Advice & Guidance before earning my Master’s in Social Work from Durham University. - Barnardo’s (Disability & Inclusion): Supported children with complex needs, managed CQC-inspected services, and trained professionals in autism awareness and safeguarding.
- Barnardo's (Specialist Assessment): Conducted high-level statutory assessments, including Special Guardianship Orders and Capacity to Protect reports for local authorities and the courts.
- CBT & IAPT: In 2016, I qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy via the NHS "Improving Access to Psychological Therapies" (IAPT) initiative.
- Clinical Supervision: Since 2018, I have held a Post-Graduate Diploma in CBT Clinical Supervision, overseeing the practice of both trainee and qualified therapists.
- In 2022, I completed training in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR) with Michael Paterson of EMDR Masterclass, the training is accredited by EMDR Europe Association and the EMDR Institute based in the USA.
- In 2025, I completed a certificate in Professional Life Coach with Transformation Services.
Qualifications
- Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR Europe Association and the EMDR Institute based in the USA)
- CBT Clinical Supervision (PGDip)
- High Intensity Psychological Therapies in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (PGDip)
- PAMS (Parent Assessment Manual Software)
- Practice Education (PGDip)
- Social Work (MA)
- Advice, Guidance, Counselling and Disability Studies (BA Hons)
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.
EMDR UK
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
£98.00 - £125.00
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Initial CBT Assessment Sessions £125 (1 hour)
- CBT Session £98 (50 mins)
- Check-in session £50 (30 mins)
- EMDR session £98 (50 mins)
- Life Coaching £98 (50 mins)
- Therapeutic Parenting Support £98 (50 minutes)
- CBT Clinical Supervision £125 (90 minutes)
- Letters (short and straightforward) £30
- Letters (longer, more detailed) £60
Report writing (discussion will determine the detail required and therefore length to compile the report and a price agreed with individual client)
- Attendance at meetings £98 per hour.
Cancellation Fee
For all sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice, there will be a cancellation fee of £50
Further information
My Practice Today
In 2021, I founded CBT North East, now known as 'Evolve Therapy and Coaching'. I continue to provide therapeutic and coaching support for children, young people, and adults.
- Professional Standards & Safety
Your safety and privacy are my highest priorities. I am fully regulated and insured: - BABCP Accredited: Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist.
- CBT Clinical Supervisor: Over 5 years of experience supervising student and newly qualified cognitive behavioural therapists.
- EMDR UK Accredited: EMDR Practitioner
- Social Work England: Registered Social Worker.
- Certified Life Coach
- Practice Educator: Over 10 years of experience supervising student and newly qualified social workers.
- Compliance: I hold an enhanced DBS, professional indemnity insurance, and I am registered with the ICO for data protection
