Therapy with me
My approach
It has to work for you
You've heard of the term one size fits all, right? In integrative therapy, I don't believe this is true; actually, I'm not sure it makes sense in any context. You wouldn't buy a car you didn't feel comfortable driving, or shoes one size too small just because you like them. It's the same for therapy. It is so important it works for you.
I collaborate with each of my clients to ensure that their therapy is the right fit for them. We are all different, so therapy with me will be about making sure we talk about what you need and how we can work together.
I collaborate with each of my clients to ensure that their therapy is the right fit for them. We are all different, so therapy with me will be about making sure we talk about what you need and how we can work together.
I'm adaptable and friendly
I like to think of my therapy room as your safe haven. In this place, you can be uniquely and unapologetically you. I've designed it to feel like a cosy corner of your own home, calm and soothing in nature. There's something special about having a designated space for healing, isn't there? A place where you can lay down your burdens and then step back into your life feeling lighter and more grounded.
But sometimes, life's circumstances make it difficult to step outside your home, and I understand that. That's why I'm also equipped to journey with you online, providing the same level of care and support in a digital format. Imagine curling up with therapy from the comfort of your couch, sipping tea from your favourite mug. It could be a relief, knowing you don't have to worry about travel costs or physical limitations.
But sometimes, life's circumstances make it difficult to step outside your home, and I understand that. That's why I'm also equipped to journey with you online, providing the same level of care and support in a digital format. Imagine curling up with therapy from the comfort of your couch, sipping tea from your favourite mug. It could be a relief, knowing you don't have to worry about travel costs or physical limitations.
I think outside the box
As a therapist, I can be quite creative in my approach, you might notice, a button tin, sand, and a set of Russian dolls to name just a few things that have helped clients to talk about their struggles. Buttons are often really eye-opening when exploring family dynamics and characteristics in the family we belong to. The sand tray usually gets a love it or hate it response. It can be a game changer when clients are struggling, creating a visual in the sand, maybe about how they have managed a conflict at home or at work. These conversations support them becoming self-aware, understanding more about their feelings and behaviour.
Believe it or not
Believe it or not, in my own therapy I didn't do anything other than talk and this worked really well for me, so if being creative doesn't sound like it's for you. I get it and that's totally ok too. There might be times when a well-placed swear words is the only way to express your feelings, and that's okay
You're in safe hands
Qualifications
BSc (Hons) Counselling Psychology Degree
Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Young People (Level 7)
Edexcel Therapeutic Diploma (Level 5)
NCFE Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3)
NCFE Counselling Skills Training qualifications and experience and Theory (Level 2)
NCFE Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3)
NCFE Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities (Level 2)
NCFE Certificate in Common Health Conditions (Level 2)
NCFE Certificate in Awareness of mental health problems (Level 2)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy with Children and Young People (Level 7)
Edexcel Therapeutic Diploma (Level 5)
NCFE Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3)
NCFE Counselling Skills Training qualifications and experience and Theory (Level 2)
NCFE Counselling Skills and Theory (Level 3)
NCFE Certificate in Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities (Level 2)
NCFE Certificate in Common Health Conditions (Level 2)
NCFE Certificate in Awareness of mental health problems (Level 2)
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
My Special interests
Anxiety
Lack of self-trust
Low self-esteem
Low confidence
Stress
Feeling sad
Loss and change
Bereavement
Identity
Lack of self-trust
Low self-esteem
Low confidence
Stress
Feeling sad
Loss and change
Bereavement
Identity
My Experience
I qualified as an Adult Therapist in 2019 with a Therapeutic Diploma and then as a Child and Young People Therapist after completing a Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy with Children & Young People in 2023. I trained for a total of 5 years. This involved being in the client chair during my own personal therapy. I have a BSc (Hons) Counselling degree. I have supported clients since then. I've completed additional specialist training in online and phone therapy to make sure I can offer the same warm, effective support remotely. I have a BSc (Hons) Counselling degree.