About me
I am a BACP Accredited psychotherapist based in Edgbaston, Birmingham, specialising in trauma-informed therapy for persistent anxiety and attachment-related patterns.
My work focuses on anxiety that feels entrenched, chronic hypervigilance, emotional overwhelm, or relational patterns that repeat despite insight and effort. Rather than approaching anxiety solely as a cognitive issue, I understand it as a trauma-informed and nervous-system-based phenomenon shaped by early relational experience.
Alongside over 14 years in practice, I am completing a Master’s in Trauma-Informed Practice and finalising a specialist three-year training in Somatic Therapy (due September 2026). This advanced training supports depth work with the embodied impact of trauma and chronic stress.
My approach integrates psychodynamic and attachment-based understanding with body-oriented awareness. Therapy is structured, reflective and depth-focused, suited to individuals seeking meaningful, long-term change rather than short-term symptom management.
Sessions are offered weekly, in person from my private practice in Edgbaston and online across the UK.
Training, qualifications & experience
Education & Specialised Training
• MA in Trauma-Informed Practice – University of Nottingham (In Progress)
Pursuing advanced studies in trauma-informed approaches to deepen expertise in evidence-based trauma therapy.
• Somatic Experiencing Professional Training – 3-Year Program (In Progress)
Intensive, part-time training designed to address both shock and developmental trauma through body-centred approaches, equipping me with transformative tools for trauma recovery.
• Somatic Strategies to Address the Interplay Between Shock and Developmental Trauma – Training with Dr. Peter Levine
Advanced training under the guidance of a leading expert in somatic therapy, focused on the nuanced impact of trauma on the body and mind.
• Introduction to Somatic Experiencing
Foundation in somatic therapy, building essential skills for facilitating body-based trauma recovery.
• Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression – University of Nottingham
Specialised training in person-centred approaches tailored for depression, enhancing my ability to support clients with complex emotional needs.
• BACP Accredited Degree in Counselling Psychotherapy – University of Warwick,
Graduated with full accreditation from the BACP, marking the beginning of my therapeutic career with a strong foundation in person-centred practices.
• Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Comprehensive understanding of CBT techniques to address anxiety, depression, and behavioural patterns, further diversifying my therapeutic toolkit.
• Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Foundational training in CBT, focused on building core skills in evidence-based treatment for a range of psychological challenges.
• Introduction to Counselling – University of Warwick
Early training that ignited my passion for therapy, providing a broad understanding of counselling principles and practices
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.
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
Fees
£80.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer face-to-face sessions in beautifully appointed room in Edgbaston, a peaceful and easily accessible location just minutes from Birmingham city centre.”
Fees £80.00
60 minute session
Each session is crafted to provide a safe, personalised space for you to explore and address your unique challenges. My fee reflects my extensive training and experience, offering you high-quality, compassionate care backed by over 14 years of professional practice and specialised expertise in trauma, somatic therapies, and cognitive approaches.
Additional Information:
• Session Duration: Sessions are typically 60 minutes, allowing ample time to delve deeply into the issues that matter most to you.
• Flexible Payment Options: Payment can be made via bank transfer or other convenient methods, arranged at the time of booking.
Taking the first step towards healing is invaluable, and I’m here to support you at every stage of your journey.
When I work
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