About Me.

My approach is heavily influenced by the humanistic Person-Centred way of being. This means that I believe you are the expert of your own situation and I will seek to encourage and empower you to access the inner wisdom that I know you possess. If you feel that you would find it helpful, I can incorporate a blend of psycho-education and practical tools tailored specifically to you that can aid and promote self-awareness and resilience.

My past experience as a Social Worker has given me in-depth knowledge on how childhood experiences impact on the way we navigate adult life. With this insight we will work together creatively to support your inner child and identify your wants and needs.

I am a trauma informed and inclusive therapist working with individuals over the age of 18. I will support you to set your own pace. This means that you will not be pressured to discuss anything that you are not ready to. Together we will approach every thought and feeling that arises with curiosity and compassion. I will accept you for who you are, at whatever place you find yourself in life.

Qualifications

Professional Memberships:

I am an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and I work to their professional framework and ethical standards.
I am a member of the Association for Counselling and Therapy Online (ACTO) and adhere to their online working ethics and code of conduct.
I am a practitioner member of the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN) and I am committed to working in a way that acknowledges, celebrates and supports cultural diversity.

My Qualifications:

MA Person-Centred Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice
BA (Hons) Social Work
Level 5 Couple & Relationship Therapy
Level 3 Life Coaching

Other areas of training:

NLP - Neuro-Linguistic Programming
CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
SFT - Solution Focused Therapy
ACT - Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

Experience Areas

I have a particular interest in working with people who have experienced childhood trauma. However this is not limited. Below is a list of presenting client issues that I have experience and additional training in working with:

Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Difficulties
Family Issues
Self-Esteem/Self Worth
Childhood Sexual Abuse
PTSD
Dissociation
Racism/Cultural Identity
Assertiveness/Self advocacy
Suicidal Ideation
Emotional Expression
Psychological Abuse
Physical Abuse
Emotional Abuse
Domestic Abuse