About Me
I believe that the most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself and as a result I work on the principle that self-knowledge can help to improve many aspects of one’s life and that self-discovery can lead to a deeper sense identity and self-acceptance.
My Approach
The relationship we develop with ourselves over time often sets the tone for the relationship we have with others. As a result my approach to psychotherapy and counselling is not to treat my clients in the same way a medical doctor treats a patient. Instead, I work with my clients to help them learn more about themselves and create changes in their thought patterns that lead to their desired personal growth by providing a safe space that is respectful, confidential and non-judgemental in which my clients can explore their feelings freely, and work towards a better understanding of their emotions, thoughts, and ways of relating to other people.
Sessions are at the same time, and on the same day each week. I will normally work with you in an open-ended way or we can agree a set number of sessions, perhaps focusing on one key area.
My Qualifications and Training
For therapy to be beneficial, both the therapist and client have to be able to work together to build a relationship, therefore choosing the right therapist is essential. It is about finding someone you feel comfortable with, someone you can trust and ultimately work with. Part of building that trust is knowing that therapist has undertaken a thorough and rigorous training, and is appropriately registered with the relevant professional ethical bodies.
In addition to my private practice I also work as a Psychotherapist in the NHS and as a Organisational Consultant, focusing on Mental Wellbeing.
I hold the following professional qualifications
- Certificate in Counselling Skills (WPF Therapy)
- Clinical Qualification in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (WPF Therapy)
- Postgraduate Diploma Psychodynamic Theory and Practice (Roehampton University)