Qualifications
Post Graduate Diploma Integrative counselling (2013), Post Graduate Diploma Counselling Children and Young People (2014)
Therapeutic Approach
Integrative, Person-centred, Psychodynamic, CBT (General)
Membership body
BACP
Years practicing
11 years
Issues worked with
Bereavement, Childhood abuse, Personal growth/wellbeing, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse, Social anxiety, Stress, Suicidal thoughts, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Anxiety (Worries, Fears, Panic), Bullying, Confidence/Self-esteem, Self-harm, Grief/Loss, Trauma, Adoption, Attachment issues, Chronic fatigue, Chronic pain, Dementia, Dyslexia, Foster care, Autism spectrum disorder, Health anxiety, Identity issues, Mood instability, Multiple sclerosis, Psychosis, Insomnia, Loneliness, Physical health, Sexuality, Personality disorders, Long Covid, Refugees and displacement, Cancer, Fertility and pregnancy, Depression, Chronic or acute health conditions, Disordered eating, LGBTQ+, Parenting, Rape/sexual assault, Sexual identity, PTSD, Phobias, OCD, Work-related issues, Complex Grief, Menopause, Not Assessed, ADHD/ADD, Abuse (unspecified), Romantic Relationships, Spirituality/Religion, Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Abortion, Academic Stress, Adjustment/Changes, Brain Fog, Burnout/Fatigue, Disassociation, Divorce, Dyscalculia, Dysphasia, Dyspraxia, Emotional Expression, Family issues/relationships, Financial concerns, Friendships, Gender identity (incl. dysphoria), Illness in the family, Learning difficulties (general), Leaving University, Low/Depressed Mood, Marriage, Memory/Amnesia (or cognitive impairment), Miscarriage, Parental Alcohol/Drug Problems, Parental Separation/Divorce, Perfectionism, Post-Natal Depression (PND), Public Speaking/Performance Anxiety, Relationships with Academic Staff, Sleep Problems, University Pressures (non-academic).
Special interest areas
I have a special interest in working with Anxiety, Panic attacks. All kinds of Abuse, Trauma Dissociation, Self-harm, Intrusive thoughts. I work for a Bereavement service giving me valuable experience in this area. I have worked extensively with Emotional Distress, Stress, Suicidal thoughts, Bullying and Self esteem.
Personal Statement
I am experienced in counselling adults, children and adolescents. I am an integrative therapist able to tailor my approach to your individual needs. I draw from various theoretical approaches, such as Psychodynamic, Person Centred and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am passionate about my work, and I believe the counselling relationship is essential in aiding you in your difficulties.
I offer a safe environment where you are valued, listened to and accepted without judgement. You will not be alone. Exploration of the difficulties you are facing can encourage new perspectives; which enable you to move forward with increased insight, which can help promote acceptance and change.