About Me
I hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a Postgraduate Clinical Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy
I am a registered member of UKCP having met their standards for training and practice. I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
I adhere to the UKCP Ethical Principles and Code of Professional Conduct.
I have regular supervision of my practice and undertake regular Continued Professional Development.
I hold an Enhanced Criminal Record Certificate from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service
My Experience and Training
Whilst undertaking my psychotherapy training at Metanoia Institute in London, I worked, in a voluntary capacity, within the following settings:
University Student Counselling Service
Mind Counselling Service
Low-cost Counselling Service for Women
As well as working in private practice, I also worked for over 8 years as a qualified psychotherapist in an NHS service offering therapy to clients who experienced complex emotional difficulties and may have been diagnosed with a personality disorder. As part of this role, I completed further training including:
Mentalisation Based Treatment (MBT) with The Anna Freud National Centre, London
Foundation Course in Group Analysis with Institute of Group Analysis (IGA)
My Practice
My approach is integrative, meaning that I draw on different therapeutic perspectives, paying attention to both the influence of your past and current circumstances. This also means I am flexible; I believe in us collaboratively developing an approach that best supports you as an individual. The relationship we establish is fundamental to the work we do and can offer important insights about other relationships in your life. I believe therapy can be transformational; not only in terms of supporting behavioural changes, but also in developing a deeper insight into yourself and the relationships in your life.
Relationship difficulties,
Difficulties around food
Difficulties with emotional regulation
Feelings of low self-worth,
Feelings of isolation/loneliness,
Feelings of stress/anxiety/depression,
Lack of meaning and purpose in life,
Work related stress/dissatisfaction,
Facing a challenging health diagnosis
(of self or significant other),
Bereavement and Loss
Sexuality.