How I Work

The framework of my practice is Transactional Analysis (TA) supporting clients in achieving autonomy - awareness, spontaneity and intimacy. With new awareness, it’s possible to consider making challenges to our existing script - the narrative of our life - to support new ideas and opportunities. Transactional analysis might sound complex, but the ideas, models and tools are simple to use and usually clients find the TA work easy, fun and insightful.

When we work creatively in the moment with Gestalt therapy, we open doors to awareness just outside of our consciousness. This model offers an opportunity to observe deeply held beliefs and blocks - used as coping mechanisms in the past - but now outdated or unhelpful. This work can be deep and potent - for some clients it can be the key to change.

And supporting this whole process in the therapy room, is the intention and energy of working ‘relationally’. What evolves in the therapeutic process - between client and therapist. This provides more information regarding relationships, patterns and beliefs - an opportunity to overcome long-standing obstacles in families; partnerships; at work and with friends.

There is no ‘one size fits all’, and each person coming to therapy is unique and will respond differently and in their own personal way to how the therapy evolves. For some clients understanding the process and models of psychology is important, for others, talking through particular memories or recent events can unlock blocks and deepen awareness. You don’t have to worry about what suits you best or what you will prefer, as I aim to provide you with different experiences to identify what’s most beneficial for your situation. When you start to feel like you have the keys, you can trust yourself to move forward with a new perspective.

One of my specialisms is working with couples, and I structure the sessions to allow equal and easier communication, deeper analysis of why breakdowns might be occurring and the options for resolution or improvement. For some couples facing a critical breakdown or separation, the work allows for care on both sides, throughout the transition - a secure environment for consideration, options and negotiation. Here’s a link to my couple counselling page

My background

My interest in personal development began in 1997, and since then I’ve explored a variety of training and group work, both in the UK and abroad. In 2007, I qualified as an NLP Practitioner, drawn to practical tools that help people notice unhelpful patterns and create positive change for themselves.

In 2009, I co-facilitated the Family Aftercare Support Group at an addiction treatment centre in Ontario, Canada. While training as a therapist, I also volunteered at several therapy centres, building hands-on experience and developing a broad understanding of different approaches. I later worked with a large health provider in mental health clinical assessment, which deepened my insight into a wide range of presenting issues and the different ways people can be supported.

Before moving into psychotherapy, I spent 20 years in marketing and communications across Europe, North America, and the Middle East, working with teams and training groups to optimise performance. This experience taught me a lot about workplace stress, work-life balance, identity and cultural difference and sensitivity.

Specialisation & Qualifications

Since qualifying as a therapist, I continue to develop my skills with personal development, undertaking training courses and work with peers and professionals to deepen my knowledge. I am also a qualified clinical supervisor and have a further quality standard of ‘Accredited Status’ with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists (BACP).

My specialisations include:

• Transactional analysis

• Gestalt therapy

• NLP

• Couple work

• Schema Therapy

• Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)

• Private Health Insurance via AXA Health, WPA and PLE

• Short term/goal-focused personal development support

• Clinical supervision for trainee and qualified counsellors

My qualifications include:

• BACP Accredited Diploma in Humanistic, Integrative Counselling

• Diploma in Supervision

• NLP Practitioner Qualification

• I am an Accredited Member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). Achieving BACP Accredited Member Status is a further acknowledgement of knowledge, experience and development. The award of accreditation signifies a commitment to high quality work, ethical practice and personal integrity.

As part of my on-going membership with the BACP, I adhere to the ethical and professional framework, commit to regular supervision and CPD and maintain full practitioner liability insurance. For more information about the BACP Ethical Framework click here.