About me
I am an experienced Integrative Counsellor, supporting clients with a wide range of problems, including: stress, anxiety, depression, overwhelm, feeling stuck, sadness or grief. I work using different theories, to provide a kind, confidential, non judgemental space to explore what is needed.
I bring different theories and methods into my counselling practice, providing a safe space and time to explore what is bothering you right now.
Often so many of us are dealing with an inner critic, who although intending to be well meaning, may be holding us back from our full potential or rewarding relationships. I can support you to explore these dynamics at work, understanding their impact, before moving on to work through, and find a positive transformation.
I am also a couples therapist, for those looking to better communicate and resolve tension in their relationship.
I hold a special interest in counselling individuals and couples experiencing Infertility or going through fertility treatment, and those that have experienced baby loss. I also provide Donor Implications Counselling.
FAQs
What problems can counselling help with?
People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons.
People come when they are struggling with low self esteem or low confidence, anxiety or depression, feeling lonely, bereavement, stress or simply feeling sad.
Some people come for relationship problems, to understand repeating life patterns, or problems with family members. Some people want to focus on problems at work or in their social life.
What about Theory?
As an Intergrative Counsellor, I will bring in different evidence based theories to support your counselling goals. We can discuss if you have a preferred way of working, and I am open to feedback.
I also can support you work creatively, (even in remote counselling), which can involve different techniques to explore what is going on, using Imagery, drawing, and symbolism.
I work to allow you a safe, confidential non-judgement space to explore what is needed for you, in your own time.
Is it Confidential?
Yes. Anything we discuss is held between us. I have a Supervisor, who is a more experienced Counsellor, who I will seek support from, ensuring that your identify is not shared.
I store any notes I keep in a lockable filing cabinet.
How often will we meet?
Weekly sessions are more effective initially whilst we explore what is troubling you.
After our Introduction meeting, we will agree an initial number of sessions, which is usually between 4-6. We can then decide as we go, how many more sessions you would like. Counselling can be long term, or relatively short to suit your needs.
Where will the Counselling take place?
I work from 2 different counselling practices in central Brighton. I also can offer remote sessions.
How do I choose my counsellor?
In your search for a counsellor, it is important to you feel comfortable with someone you can trust. This is why I offer a 30 minute introduction appointment where we can talk about why you are seeking counselling, and you can see if you feel you would be able to work with me.
Final words:
Please get in contact to see how I can support you. You have already taken the first step in searching for a counsellor, acknowledging your intention to dedicate time to your mental wellbeing.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BSc (Hons) and MSc in Psychology
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Registered member of the BACP. (MBACP)
- I previously worked in the NHS, Counselling patients and their families with Cancer.
- I am a mentor to young women within a local community organisation.
- I additionally support individuals and couples going through fertility treatment, supporting individuals with miscarriage and baby loss.
Recent Training Includes:
- Couples Counselling
- Trauma and Infertility
- Compassion Focused Therapy
- Specialist Miscarriage and Baby Loss Training
- Specialist Trauma Training
- Dealing with Shame
- Using Imagery to find strength and resilience
I bring experience of working internationally for many years in Clinical Research, as well as having experience of living and working overseas. I also still work in Research in Sussex University.
Member organisations
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am a specialised accredited Fertility Counsellor.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- £30: Initial 30 minute Assessment Session
- £60: Regular 50 minute Session
- £75 Fertility Donor Implications Counselling
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