About me
Approach:
I am trained as an Art Psychotherapist which includes an understanding of early developmental, and attachment issues and a psychodynamic approach. However, I like to work collaboratively with my clients, working in a way that best suits the needs of the individual or group. I like to offer creativity, arts or play in my therapeutic interaction. I am also trained in Mindfulness interventions and can bring this into my therapeutic work.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have an MA in Art Psychotherapy and qualified in 2007. I have also recently trained as a Mindfulness Teacher with Breathworks. I currently work for the NHS in adult mental health both individually and in groups and have experience of working with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem. I also currently work in education setting with young people who have learning disabilities or are neurodivergent and struggle with their mental health. I have experience of working with primary school and secondary school aged children.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
£50.00 for a 50 minute session. If the first in person session is charged an introductory price of £25.00.
When I work
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Further information
Area of Practice Details: NHS Adult Mental health, Education (Primary, Secondary, Further Education) including mental health and learning disabilities.
I have a quiet cabin, set in the garden offering art materials and a safe creative space for art and play. I am trained both in psychodynamic therapy but also mindfulness. I use these to offer a therapeutic relationship in which the individual feels able to explore themselves verbally and creatively.
