About My Practice
A compassionate, non-judgemental space for healing
I work with a wide range of issues, including bereavement, health concerns, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. Sometimes it might be more of a sense of feeling out of control, or emotionally exhausted - or perhaps you are contemplating a major life change and want some clarity on your decision.
Sometimes talking is difficult or just isn't enough. I can offer creative approaches such as using imagery, drawing, or sand play to help you explore the issue you bring. I have specialties in Neurodivergence. (ADHD & Autism).
I am an integrative counsellor working one to one with adults aged 18+. I use person centred methods to build our therapeutic relationship, which means I hold you at the centre of all we do and you are in control of each session and what we cover. I can use Gestalt, transpersonal, and cognitive behavioural, as well as psychodynamic therapies where appropriate to best support you.
My Approach
Integrative methods tailored to your needs
Person-Centred
You are at the centre of all we do. You control each session and what we cover.
Gestalt
Exploring present awareness and how we experience the here and now.
Transpersonal
Exploring spiritual dimensions of healing and consciousness.
Cognitive Behavioural
Understanding the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Creative
Creative counselling integrates art, imagery, movement, music, writing or play into the therapeutic process.
Psychodynamic
Psychodynamic therapy is a form of talk therapy that focuses on understanding how the past can influence your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviour.
What I Can Help With
I work with a wide range of issues, including:
Sometimes it might be more of a sense of feeling stuck but not knowing quite why that brings you to counselling. Or perhaps you are contemplating a major life change and want some clarity on your decision.
Qualifications
I have a degree in Psychology, and have completed a level 4 diploma in integrative counselling (CPCAB) and a level 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling.
I regularly undertake courses to improve my knowledge of specific issues and improve my skills.
I am trained to work with clients with ADHD and autism and I am GSRD aware.
A bit more about my experience
Health & Research Experience
Previous experience in the health field, from physiotherapy training and heading up health research in a London social research company. Worked as a counsellor in a hospice and GP surgeries and currently work with a cancer charity.
Education & Emergency Services
Understanding of education and emergency services from research background.
Neurodivergence Training
Personal and family experience of neurodivergence which has led me to training in this area.
Understanding of rural life
Living in Devon has provided me with a grounded understanding of rural life and agriculture, including specific challenges such as social isolation.
