Welcome,

About me,

With a calm disposition, and respect for individual differences, I work with people from diverse backgrounds and age-groups. My journey began as a Mental Health Nurse, guided by Person-Centred Approach, and has since grown to include Cognitive Behavioural (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and other evidence-based methods, I also speak French.

Reflecting on my learning, I work through the different perspectives of human development, from childhood to old age, from individual differences to social identities, and the psychological and emotional aspects of health and illness, while recognising the socio-economic factors on well-being.

I enable the process to facilitate  clients’ well-being, by actively fostering  a supportive environment where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to achieve their goals, using strategies such as active listening, empathy, clear communication, and collaborative goal setting. Creating a positive atmosphere and providing the right tools and encouragement are key to helping clients improve their overall satisfaction with life and experience more positive feelings.

Counselling and Psychotherapy

The foundation of my work is the Person-Centred Approach, placing you at the heart of the process. I may integrate C.B.T. to address unhelpful thought patterns, Solution-Focused brief therapy to draw out strengths and solutions, or elements  of Transactional Therapy for interpersonal conflicts but use Psychodynamic Therapy to explore unconscious processes to tailor therapy to the  needs of the person.

Understanding Grief and Loss

Everyone faces loss at some point; grief is a deeply personal experience that can affect people in different ways -the death of a loved one often results in a range of emotions, thoughts and behaviour and the physical effects can include tiredness, sleeplessness, or a sense of emptiness. Significant changes, such as retirement or job loss, can also trigger grief while the loss of a sentimental  object or a pet may leave an unexpected emotional void. Sometimes, loss is more complex- what  is  often  called ‘ambiguous loss’- where someone  remains  physically  present  but  emotionally or mentally absent, for example, due to dementia or long-term illness.

Areas of focus

Counselling and  Psychotherapy provide an accepting,  confidential and non-judgemental space to focus on what has been happening and begin to make sense of your thoughts and emotions. Our  work together can help you feel heard,  develop coping strategies, strengthen relationships, set healthy boundaries, increase resilience, and reconnect with a greater sense of self-awareness and self-compassion. I work with adults on :

·        Relationship issues, and childhood attachment difficulties.

·        Addiction and unhealthy coping strategies, such as alcohol, drugs, gambling, or self-harm.

·        Significant life transitions, such as job loss, retirement or major change.

·        Anxiety, depression, stress, and troubling emotions.

·        Personal loss, bereavement, and grief ( including disenfranchised  and ambiguous grief).

·        Chronic illness, and ‘living loss,’ including Cancer.

·        Trauma, abuse, shame, guilt, and abandonment.

Trauma-Informed Practice and Culturally Sensitive Practice

I follow  the six core  principles  of Trauma-Informed  Practice : Safety, Empowerment, Trust, Choice, Collaboration and Cultural  Awareness. Recognising and respecting cultural differences is central to my work as it ensures  that therapy is relevant, respectful,  and effective. This approach allows me to create a strong therapeutic alliance, validating your your unique identity and lived experiences, and helping  you shape a more positive journey.

Ethical Practice

I maintain a safe practice guided  by the B.A.C.P.’s Ethical Standards, with regular supervision, further training, and  journaling to enhance my learning. I am a Member of  the  British Psychological  Society and an Associated Member of Charter Institute of Personnel Development.

Education and Qualifications

I am Accredited Member of the BACP and hold two master’s degree, one in Health Psychology from City University, London, and another from the Open University. Alongside these, I had completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology, a Diploma in Counselling Skills and specialist training at King’s College London in interventions for serious  mental illness. I also hold a Certificate in Coaching and Psychological Coaching from  the Centre  for Coaching.

Continuing Professional Development

I regularly update my skills through additional training. Recent CPD includes a Professional Certificate  in Coping with Abandonment  in Abusive Relationships, Advanced Training  in Bereavement and Loss, Trauma-informed  Practice, Anger Management, and collaborating with Adult Adopted Clients.

Clinical Experience.

 My experience spans a wide range of settings. I have worked in Counselling Agencies with survivors of abuse, trauma, and grief, and have supported individuals living with long-term conditions. I have co-led family interventions to build understanding between clients and carers, facilitated  health awareness groups, and provided vital support during the pandemic for those struggling  with COVID-related losses and transitions.