About me
The therapeutic approaches that I practice are:
- EMDR
- Compassion Focused therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Behavioral Couples Therapy
- Yoga Therapist for Mental Health
- Hatha Yoga Teacher
- Prana Kriya Yoga Teacher
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, and my core modalities are EMDR, CBT, & CFT. With 20 years of clinical experience, including extensive work within the NHS, charity and private sector, I offer a warm, professional space for deep healing to take place in.
Alongside my private practice I am also a Clinical Lead for Student Mental Health in a Higher Education institution and have years of experience working with the mental health difficulties that young adults present with in this setting.
I take a trauma informed approach to my work which is grounded in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside the use of EMDR as a highly effective modality for processing traumatic memories. I believe true change happens when we address the connection between the mind-body and brain and I place emphasis on working in an integrative, somatic-focused way that is tailored to the needs of the individuals that I am working with. My work is guided by Polyvagal theory, and I incorporate elements of mindfulness and body focused interventions that help to alleviate stress in the body and regulate the nervous system, restoring a sense of safety and supporting recovery from anxiety and depression symptoms.
I place strong emphasis on the healing power of the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for all my clinical work and provide a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore their lived experiences and facilitate change in a way that feels collaborative respectful and in line with the individuals' goals.
I am a HCPC registered and BABCP-accredited practitioner committed to inclusive care. I believe that one's cultural identity is a profound strength, and I work to ensure therapy is a collaborative space where every part of you is welcome
I tailor my approach to the individuals unique presentations am registered with the below insurance companies.
Bupa, Cigna, Aviva, AXA and Vitality.
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.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
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
£100.00 - £120.00
