About me

I'm a fully qualified integrative counsellor, working in both the private and voluntary sector offering counselling to both women and men aged 16 or over.I'll work with you by gaining insight into your perspective of an issue through listening and using empathy to form a trusting working relationship where you can explore your issues in a safe, non-judgemental and beneficial environment.I have a special interest in and experience of dealing with Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, General counselling, Identity problems, Loss, Relationships, Self Esteem, Trauma. I'll see adults, couples, the elderly and individuals for both long-term and short-term face-to-face work.I'm registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This ensures that I work within an ethical framework that is beneficial to my clients and follow the professional conduct procedures laid down by the BACP.My approachI use aspects of different counselling methods to suit the client's individuality. However, my core is mainly of the psychodynamic model, gaining insight into the unconscious relationship patterns and life-scripts. As we explore past issues this can enable us to have an awareness of how they may impact on our present thoughts and behaviour. This awareness gives us an opportunity for more choice in how we progress in our present and future actions and responses.