About Me

“Move without rhythm so as not awaken the worm” – Dune


MY APPROACH


I offer compassionate and engaging talking therapy for the diversity of cultural backgrounds, spiritual beliefs, sexual preferences and political opinions that step into therapy.


I hope to facilitate you to challenge yourself towards fresh choices with the material that you are bringing. My approach is creative, using a variety of experiential activities and a mix of therapeutic methods. This is an ‘Integrative’ approach, blending various ideas to support you in your venture into yourself. 

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE


I have been practising for over 10 years, working in the not-for-profit sector. I delivered for the NHS IAPT service at Oasis Talking Therapies (2018-22) and lead a counselling service for Second Step into 2023. Prior to this I provided sessions at the Swan Project Bristol, a drug and alcohol recovery service(2016-18). I began my career providing psychodynamic psychotherapy as a Junior Therapist at The Koan Project London (2013-16). I now work solely in my private practice which has been active since 2019.

I have experience working with a variety of presenting issues and struggles including:

  • Trauma
  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Low self esteem
  • Challenge in relationships & sexuality
  • Addictions
  • Eating disorders
  • Self harm
  • Loss, grief & bereavement
  • Early childhood trauma
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Stress and work related issues
  • Infertility and pregnancy
  • Stages of life
  • Living with long term health conditions
  • Asperger & autism syndromes
  • Spirituality

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

  • Full clinical membership with UKCP 2011173897. I attend regular Supervision and continual professional development trainings and am fully insured. 
  • Masters & Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy from Minster Centre, London (2018)
  • Diploma in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, London (2016)
  • Certificate in IAPT: Couples Counselling for Depression (2019)
  • Therapist-in-Training at EMDR Academy UK (2024)
  • Jan Day ‘Living Tantra’, Sexuality and Embodiment training (2021)
  • Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy training, Horse Haven Hypnotherapy Academy UK (2021)
  • x1 year training in Gestalt Psychotherapy from Metanoia Insititute, London (2013)
  • Foundation in Person-Centred Therapy from BCPC, Bath (2012)
  • BA Honors in Drama & English from Bristol University (2010)

                                                      ABOUT ME

Outside of my job, I spend time gardening and on countryside rambles with a dog, attempting DIY art projects, and capturing quirky moments through photography. 


Don’t forget to breathe – your breath is a vow between spirit and matter” – unknown