About me
Integrative Therapist/Counsellor, MNCS (National Counselling Society Accredited Member), Enhanced DBS Checked.
I am a dedicated and compassionate integrative therapist/counsellor committed to providing high-quality support to individuals seeking guidance and healing. I am a Level 1 IFS (Internal Family System) trained therapist, it is an evidence-based therapeutic model. IFS is a gentle yet powerful approach that helps us understand the different “parts” within ourselves. Through this model, I support clients in developing a compassionate relationship with their inner world, fostering healing, clarity, and emotional balance.
I can help you with a wide range of issues, from everyday stressors to profound traumas. These experiences could deeply impact your mental health, leading to feelings of anxiety, depression, to post-traumatic stress. However, amidst these struggles, there is hope for healing and growth. I provide a safe and nurturing space for you to explore your emotions, navigate through difficult life events, and uncover healthier coping mechanisms.
I extensively work with individuals who have endured abuse and neglect as well as those who are survivors of sexual abuse. I recognise the profound effects of such trauma which could present as anxiety, depression, feelings of guilt and shame, substance misuse, self-harm and thoughts of suicide.
I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. I draw upon theories, techniques, and tools from various humanistic modalities including Person centred, Relational, Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis, Internal Family System, CBT, Polyvagal Theory, Mindfulness and Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy.
I work collaboratively with my clients to develop long-term strategies for coping and resilience. By empowering clients to confront their past experiences and embrace their inner strength, my aim is to facilitate healing and cultivate a sense of hope for the future.
In essence, my practice is dedicated to your mental health, offering a guiding hand towards healing, growth, and ultimately, a more fulfilling life.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Foundation Degree in Counselling (with distinction) from the University of Plymouth.
Courses completed on:- Addiction, the Brain and Recovery
- Introduction to the Internal Family Systems Model for Healing Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, and Addiction
- Transforming Trauma with Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)
- Toxic Shame in Clinical Practice: Help Clients Release Shame, Get Unstuck and Improve Treatment Outcomes
- ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course: Strength-based Interventions to Thrive with ADHD
- DBT Essentials
- IFS Level 1
- Over five years of experience working with clients dealing with mild to moderate mental health issues.
- Currently working as a therapist at the Priory Hospital Bristol, managing a private practice, and offering counselling services to students at a higher education institute.
- Extensive experience working with clients who have suffered trauma, gained while working in an agency specialising in support for survivors of sexual abuse and violence.
- Volunteered as a bereavement counsellor in a local hospice in Bristol and volunteered as counsellor for a church.
Specialities: I specialise in trauma and abuse and it effect, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex post traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD), emotional dysregulation, anxiety and depression, substance misuse, suicidal thoughts and self-harm.
Professional Background: Prior to my career as a therapist, I spent over 15 years in the Public Sector, working in Health, Social Care, Housing, and Defence. This diverse background enriches my practice, allowing me to integrate a breadth of experiences and insights into my therapeutic approach, ultimately enhancing the support I provide to my clients.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Following a complimentary initial consultation, if you choose to continue, my fee is £60 per 60-minute session. Payment is required in advance of each session for private clients.
I am registered with BUPA, Aviva, and Vitality, and can work with clients covered by these insurance providers. In such cases, I will invoice the insurer directly.
When I work
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Further information
It is important that you find a counsellor with whom you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and emotions. I recognise that taking that first step could be daunting, I extend an invitation for a complimentary initial consultation, lasting up to 20 minutes. This session can be conducted over the phone or online and will be an opportunity for you to express your goals and expectations, and reasons for seeking counselling, and determine if we can work together.
