I am a fully qualified Relate counsellor with many years of experience helping couples and individuals with their relationships. I am also a qualified psychotherapist with experience in the voluntary mental health sector.
My experience includes working in a range of settings: an assessor and counsellor for individuals and couples in a London Relate centre, in a community-based psychotherapy centre offering long-term individual therapy, and working with parents in local children’s centres offering short term relationship-oriented therapy. I now run a private practice in Upper Norwood.
Previously, I qualified as a body therapist and ran a practice for over 25 years. My experience in bodywork has informed me of the profound connection between the body, the mind, and our emotional wellbeing.
When not working, I consider time well spent tending to all things horticultural and chickens in my garden, or whipping up a creative storm in the kitchen.
My practice is based on an integrative approach which means that I draw from a number of therapeutic models and theories. I work in an interactive manner, being as fully engaged with the process as my clients.
Much of what we explore is based in the here and now: the personal expectations and values that shape perceptions and influence choices. Sometimes it is also useful to reflect on past experiences and how they inform current thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Whether the focus is on the present or past, we draw on the qualities of kindness, open enquiry, curiosity and a dash of humour to foster a greater capacity for self reflection and awareness.
A compassionate approach is taken towards even the most challenging issues, for it is only from this non judgmental position that we can begin to have an honest dialogue about the very aspects that cause pain and confusion.
Masters (with distinction) Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP accredited) – University of East London
University Advanced Diploma in Couple Counselling – Relate Institute, University of Hull
University Conversion Award in Psychology – Staffordshire University
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists and abide by their strict code of ethics.
I hold an up to date disclosure and barring certificate.
I receive regular clinical supervision and am fully insured to practice.
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