About Me
As an Integrative Counsellor I use a range of therapeutic models, tailoring our work to suit your individual needs. Working relationally with a strong focus on creating, respecting and maintaining our working relationship, I provide space and support for you to explore difficult or unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
I am a fully insured, fully qualified practitioner, an Accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a registered member of the BACP.
I have extensive experience working with people who have experienced trauma both in childhood and as adults. My trauma work has been wide-ranging and has included supporting survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
I have also spent many years working within the Arts/Entertainment industry and am passionate about counselling being accessible and relevant to performers and those working in other areas of the Arts industry. As a vocal coach I teach breathing techniques and voice control and am happy to include this as part of our work together if you feel this would be of benefit to you. I have helped many clients to harness the power of their breath, deepening their breath to body connection and awareness and giving them an understanding of the huge positive impacts of such techniques on calming the nervous system, aiding healing. Learning to work with your breath mindfully can assist with relaxation and rest and an increased ability to stay present and enjoy the world around you. Understanding how your body works to support both your breath and your voice, can help you to feel more self-assured and independent.
Personally, I have been incredibly moved by how therapeutic Nature can be and has been to both myself and my existing clients, especially throughout the recent Covid 19 pandemic. I find walking and sitting in nature to be extremely healing and can work with you to help you find creative ways to bring this into our work if you would like. Not everyone has access to an outdoor space but there are many ways we can explore to bring you closer to nature and its many mental and physical health benefits. Learning to consciously make regular contact with the earth, listening to seascapes and incorporating regular grounding techniques, can all assist with managing feelings of anxiety, stress and overwhelm. Learning to grow and nurture even the tiniest of pot plants can improve your self-confidence and autonomy.
Currently I am also supporting those working on the frontline within the NHS through a national charity.
I pride myself in offering an inclusive environment, honouring your background and experiences as they are.
I am a fully insured, fully qualified practitioner, an Accredited member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a registered member of the BACP.
I have extensive experience working with people who have experienced trauma both in childhood and as adults. My trauma work has been wide-ranging and has included supporting survivors of sexual, physical and emotional abuse.
I have also spent many years working within the Arts/Entertainment industry and am passionate about counselling being accessible and relevant to performers and those working in other areas of the Arts industry. As a vocal coach I teach breathing techniques and voice control and am happy to include this as part of our work together if you feel this would be of benefit to you. I have helped many clients to harness the power of their breath, deepening their breath to body connection and awareness and giving them an understanding of the huge positive impacts of such techniques on calming the nervous system, aiding healing. Learning to work with your breath mindfully can assist with relaxation and rest and an increased ability to stay present and enjoy the world around you. Understanding how your body works to support both your breath and your voice, can help you to feel more self-assured and independent.
Personally, I have been incredibly moved by how therapeutic Nature can be and has been to both myself and my existing clients, especially throughout the recent Covid 19 pandemic. I find walking and sitting in nature to be extremely healing and can work with you to help you find creative ways to bring this into our work if you would like. Not everyone has access to an outdoor space but there are many ways we can explore to bring you closer to nature and its many mental and physical health benefits. Learning to consciously make regular contact with the earth, listening to seascapes and incorporating regular grounding techniques, can all assist with managing feelings of anxiety, stress and overwhelm. Learning to grow and nurture even the tiniest of pot plants can improve your self-confidence and autonomy.
Currently I am also supporting those working on the frontline within the NHS through a national charity.
I pride myself in offering an inclusive environment, honouring your background and experiences as they are.
Qualifications & Experience
BSc Hons in Integrative Counselling - Matrix College of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling - Matrix College of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Certificate in Counselling Skills - University of Suffolk
Batchelor of Arts - Middlesex University
I am an Accredited Member of the NCPS and a Registered Member of the BACP and adhere to their professional code of ethics and practice.
I attend regular specialist Supervision and am fully insured, with a full DBS.
Continued Professional Development
I pride myself in offering an inclusive environment, honouring your background and experiences as they are. As part of this, I am committed to my ongoing professional development, attending regular and relevant training to further my experience and understanding (see below).
Regular Specialist Supervision supporting clients who are Childless by Circumstance
Regular Specialist Supervision supporting clients living with Eating Disorders
New Life and You: Understanding Birth Trauma - Kate Blakemore
Focus on Female Infertility - College of Sexual & Relationship Therapists
The Childless Collective Summit
Forever Mums - Kate Blakemore
Working with Weight Stigma, Body Image and Eating Distress - Mel Ciavucco
Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder in therapy (BDD) - College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists
Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodivergence - Bernie Wright and Lisa Smith
Working with Women Healing from Narcissistic Abuse - Joanna Daniel
The Legacy of Narcissistic Parenting. - The Counselling Academy
Bereavement Counselling - Dr. John Wilson
Disenfranchised Grief: The Grief That Does Not Speak - Sally Pendreigh
The Impact Of Father-Loss on Women Bereaved As Adolescents - Inge Nieuwstrayen
Working with Adult Survivors Of Childhood Sexual Abuse - Liz Harrison
PTSD - The Counselling Academy
PTSD: Trauma Awareness Training – Human Givens College
The Collision of Trauma and Menopause - Aneesh de Vos and Dr.Helen Douglas
Systemic Constellations and Mindfulness - Sheila McCarthy-Dodd
Safeguarding - Independent Safeguarding Service
Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling - Matrix College of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Certificate in Counselling Skills - University of Suffolk
Batchelor of Arts - Middlesex University
I am an Accredited Member of the NCPS and a Registered Member of the BACP and adhere to their professional code of ethics and practice.
I attend regular specialist Supervision and am fully insured, with a full DBS.
Continued Professional Development
I pride myself in offering an inclusive environment, honouring your background and experiences as they are. As part of this, I am committed to my ongoing professional development, attending regular and relevant training to further my experience and understanding (see below).
Regular Specialist Supervision supporting clients who are Childless by Circumstance
Regular Specialist Supervision supporting clients living with Eating Disorders
New Life and You: Understanding Birth Trauma - Kate Blakemore
Focus on Female Infertility - College of Sexual & Relationship Therapists
The Childless Collective Summit
Forever Mums - Kate Blakemore
Working with Weight Stigma, Body Image and Eating Distress - Mel Ciavucco
Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder in therapy (BDD) - College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists
Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Neurodivergence - Bernie Wright and Lisa Smith
Working with Women Healing from Narcissistic Abuse - Joanna Daniel
The Legacy of Narcissistic Parenting. - The Counselling Academy
Bereavement Counselling - Dr. John Wilson
Disenfranchised Grief: The Grief That Does Not Speak - Sally Pendreigh
The Impact Of Father-Loss on Women Bereaved As Adolescents - Inge Nieuwstrayen
Working with Adult Survivors Of Childhood Sexual Abuse - Liz Harrison
PTSD - The Counselling Academy
PTSD: Trauma Awareness Training – Human Givens College
The Collision of Trauma and Menopause - Aneesh de Vos and Dr.Helen Douglas
Systemic Constellations and Mindfulness - Sheila McCarthy-Dodd
Safeguarding - Independent Safeguarding Service
