What is it like to work with me?

​Starting therapy can feel daunting. You might be worried that your problems aren't big enough somehow, or that you won't know how to start...or what you talk about when you do start. That's more common a concern than you might think and I'm happy to help you find your way, at a pace that feels right for you.

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How I Work

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Whilst there's deep listening on my part and a real willingness to understand your situation to provide focused support, I'm told by clients I'm easy to open up to, and there's definitely room for humour (dark or otherwise!) in sessions as well as the more difficult stuff. I'm human, I adapt my work to individual clients, and you are welcome as you are. No lying on couches, no endless nodding, and no "and how does that make you feel?" every two minutes.

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The way I work is collaborative and I'm genuinely interested in getting to know the people I'm working with, because sometimes who they really are gets buried far underneath life demands. You might be surprised at long-forgotten aspects of yourself that you get to meet again; this can help you look at yourself with kinder eyes, or feel more confident.

 

Sometimes it's a relief to talk about things, but it's my belief that talking can only take us so far. There are lots of ways to get creative with communication, or when we're trying to make sense of our experiences. I'm not going to laugh and roll my eyes if you want to bring your dreams, for instance - let's go exploring! I'm also a somatic therapist, meaning I believe that incorporating the body - for instance through gentle movement or noticing sensations - can bring relief, lessen anxiety, and help us process more fully.

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Practical Information

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I hold a diploma in therapeutic counselling and am an accredited member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have an enhanced DBS check and full professional insurance.

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I regularly update my training and am currently studying a post graduate diploma in depth psychotherapy.

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What’s happening in the world can feel heavy right now; I want to state explicitly that I strive to provide a space that is welcoming and inclusive.

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A Little More About My Training

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I’ve completed additional longer trainings in:

• Gestalt therapy – focusing on your thoughts and feelings in the present moment

• Transactional analysis – understanding patterns in relationships

• Focusing – connecting with how experiences are felt in the body so they can be more fully processed

• Trauma therapy & Rewind – an approach that can be helpful for PTSD​

 

These approaches are gentle and always tailored to what might feel useful in our work together.