My training

Qualifications:

I hold a Clinical Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy making me a UKCP accredited Integrative Psychotherapist.

Experience:

I have over 20 years' experience working within a variety of healthcare, mental health and social care settings. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients in both short-term and long-term therapy, supporting people experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological and relational difficulties.:

  • Individuals within forensic mental health services
  • Ex-offenders
  • People experiencing homelessness
  • Older adults
  • Neurodivergent individuals
  • Young people aged 11-21 within NHS services
  • Clients referred through GP primary care counselling services

Alongside this, I have worked with people from a wide range of cultural, social and economic backgrounds who have sought support for a variety of issues, including:

  • Relationship difficulties
  • Cultural issues
  • Identity issues
  • Personal development
  • Stress
  • Depression
  • Work-related issues
  • Young people's issues
  • Anxiety and Panic attacks
  • Anger management
  • Bereavement/Loss
  • Addiction/Alcoholism
  • Eating disorders
  • Trauma
  • Childhood abuse
  • Support for neurodivergence
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Mental health issues

This breadth of experience allows me to work sensitively with the diverse experiences and challenges that people bring to therapy, whilst also recognising the uniqueness of each person's story. I have particular interest and experience in neurodivergence, cultural and identity issues and relationship difficulties.

Registered with Counselling Directory