Registered BACP Accredited Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Supervisor. Working with Individuals, Couples and Groups. Face-to-face and Online available.
Whilst I think our unique situation cannot necessarily be placed into a neat area of difficultly, diagnosis, condition or label, some of the broad areas you might identify with that I can help you with particularly:
Depression
Anxiety
Loss
Change
Bereavement
Relationship Issues
Anger
Agression
Attachment
Post Traumatic Stress
Self-esteem
Self-image
Addictive behaviour
Illness
Su***de
Stress
Disordered Eating
Crisis
Confidence
Abuse
Trauma
OCD
Sexuality
Family Difficulties
The quality of the relationship with your therapist, one that is understanding, safe, secure and collaborative, is key. I believe we all have the ability to live to our personal potential within the parameters of our unique life circumstances and the situation we are in. And so my theoretical approach is underpinned by a Humanistic/ Existential philosophy. There is no single theory that can possibly encompass the complexities of the human condition and believe our path to healing and improved well-being is as unique as we are individuals. This is why I take an Integrative Approach, through which I bring together several therapeutic approaches and theories, fitting the therapy to you and what is best for your unique situation and what you want to achieve. Integrating Transactional Analysis (TA), Psychodynamic thinking, Interactional, Systemic, Gestalt and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Creative and Experiential Methods. For couples, my approach is centred around creating a safe space for you to discuss your concerns with mutual understanding, as well as building awareness of what has led to or what is keeping you in stuck patterns of relating or in particular roles, helping you and your relationship to move forward.
25/03/2020
If you’re feeling overwhelmed at the moment with stresses or anxieties because of uncertainty think about allowing yourself a mindful break from chewing them over. Set yourself some time, 5 minutes, half an hour, an hour, however much you can manage without feeling too anxious to get back to sorting things out. For that time focus your mind and body on something else that will lift your spirits; exercise, listen to or watch something you enjoy, paint, read some fiction... If thoughts and feelings about your troubles come to mind while you’re doing this, just gently remind yourself you can get back to them if needed once you’ve had your break!
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Sometimes life can be difficult or challenging. Maybe you have noticed feelings that you are struggling with such as sadness, anxiety, anger, depression, stress, worry, guilt, or shame?
Perhaps something has particularly knocked you sideways? Maybe you are finding your usual means to cope with life’s challenges no longer suffice or you realise they are not the solution?
Or do you find yourself feeling lost or empty, or caught up in a cycle of thinking or behaving that is affecting your emotional well being or making life, work or relationships difficult?
Do you see the same patterns repeating in your life but are finding it difficult to do something different? Are you finding close relationships a challenge, or struggling to get on with family, groups or work relationships?
Have you and your partner got into stuck ways of relating? Is this leaving you feeling hurt, sad or lonely, or are you hurting or blaming those you love?
You may be able to identify a reason why you feel the way you do, or maybe there are so many reasons you feel overwhelmed. You may simply have a general sense that that life isn’t working out as you want it to, are looking for direction or want to make more of life.
How can Counselling and Therapy help?
Seeking support from a trained professional who can understand and help with your particular experience may be the next step in your journey towards healing,
I offer to meet you without judgement, providing a safe, understanding and therapeutic space with the opportunity to explore thoughts, feelings, past and present experiences, and how you go about life and living.
Supporting you in this and keeping an open mind to your particular experience and what is the best way forward for you, I bring warmth, empathy, challenge and a straightforward passion to my work. With a new perspective and greater awareness gained through therapy you can experience strong mental health and improved relationships.
“Sometime the smallest of changes in our awareness can have a large impact on our lives”.
