A Bit More About Me…
About Me
I believe that therapy is, first and foremost, about the relationship we build together. Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with, understood by and able to be yourself around is an important part of the process. I aim to create a warm, genuine and non-judgemental space where you can bring whatever is going on for you without fear of judgement.
I am a UKCP-accredited Integrative Humanistic Psychotherapist, with experience across mental health, addiction, and therapeutic settings. My career began supporting young adults returning to everyday life following residential rehabilitation, before moving into therapeutic work with people experiencing drug and alcohol addiction. I later developed a suicide prevention programme which grew into a counselling and group support service for people experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm. These experiences have shaped the way I work and given me a deep understanding of the different ways distress, trauma and difficult life experiences can affect us.
Alongside my work with individuals, I also work with couples and relationships, recognising that the relationships we have can be a significant source of both difficulty and support. I work with people at many different stages — from relationships experiencing conflict or crisis, to those who simply want to understand one another better, improve communication or build a stronger foundation. I am also undertaking specialist training in couples and relationship therapy at The Grove Practice, alongside my ongoing professional development.
My approach is collaborative and tailored to the person or relationship in front of me. I don’t believe there is a single way of doing therapy, or that people need to be ‘fixed’. Instead, I believe we can work together to understand what has shaped you, make sense of the patterns you may find yourself in, and create space for greater self-understanding, connection and meaningful change.
Training, Qualifications & Experience
MSc Humanistic Psychotherapy
Certificate Level 5 Couples and Relationship Therapy (ongoing)
Clinical Diploma in Humanistic Psychotherapy
In addition to my private practice I have also worked as Suicide Prevention Programme Leader for a charity funded organisation. I have worked with clients in various settings including Community Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services, Crisis Cafe’s, and The Family Treatment Centre.
I have experience working with trauma, complex trauma, neurodivergence, personality issues, addiction, anxiety, depression, self-harm, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation, sexual issues and sexual trauma.