Hello...

I strongly believe in the restorative power of a safe, containing and connected relationship between therapist and client and that this is the foundation for positive growth and change in the therapeutic process.

I can offer you a welcoming, authentic space to explore whatever you would like to bring to achieve a better understanding of yourself, your place in the world and the relationships that you have.

I am a counselling psychologist and I currently work mainly in private practice with individual clients over the age of 18. I also work as a trustee and a psychologist with a local Bristol charity that aims to provide therapy for those unable to access paid or NHS therapy.

Therapy with me...

Everyone has a unique life story and your sessions with me are about what you would like to bring and receive help and support with in the therapy. I have extensive experience of working with people seeking help with all kinds of issues that feel challenging at different points and stages in life. I offer a warm, empathic space to safely work through these in a supportive and nurturing way.
As a counselling psychologist I am trained in a range of therapy approaches that include relational, integrative, psychodynamic and CBT. We can decide together what the best approach might be to offer you the space and opportunity to work through what feels most important to you.

Experience

I am a HCPC registered counselling psychologist which means that I am trained in a range of therapy approaches (including relational, psychodynamic and CBT). I work integratively in a way that responds to what you would like and need from therapy. I have clinical experience in a wide range of settings that include different roles within the NHS, The Priory Bristol, universities, charities and other organisaions.

I have a Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, a Bsc in Psychology and an MA (Hons) Arts Degree.

I have undertaken academic research on the lived experience of seeking help for visible differences and have published research on the experience of being a mother with anorexia.

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/capr.12687

Areas of Expertise

I have worked with a wide diversity of clients over the years who have had many different wants and needs from the therapy process. I really value the opportunity to work with you on whatever you are bringing and would like support with. I have some specialist experience of working with people experiencing post traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, pain, grief and loss.
I also have extensive clinical experience of supporting individuals who are experiencing more
general life challenges such as relationship issues, low mood and life transitions. I work
integratively, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches that fit best for each individual.

If you need a specialist, I am able to offer therapy to people who are affected by Neurodivergence, Personality Disorder, Psychosis

Qualifications

Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology

Approaches Offered

I am trained in

• CBT
• Compassion Focused Therapy
• Integrative
• Person centred
• Psychodynamic

Professional memberships

I am a member of the following regulatory bodies:

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Cancellation Policy

Please provide 48 hours notice of any changes to appointments to be eligible for a refund.