About Me

I have studied, trained and worked in mental health and psychotherapy for the past 17 years. I continue to be impacted by way in which relationship, connection and knowledge can change people's lives.

I love my practice and I feel committed to my clients growth, health and safety from the very start of the work with them.

My Experience

Education and Work Experience

Qualifications
PTSTA - in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy
CTA (P)- Certified Transactional Analyst with Psychotherapy specialty
UKCP registered psychotherapist
BSc. Hons - Psychology

Areas of Interest and Experience
I have worked as part of a University therapeutic service for over 10 years and can offer extensive support to students - including international, post-graduate and mature students.

I have extensive experience of chronic illness and the personal challenges this can present, and I work with many clients who are managing ill-health and long term conditions.

I work compassionately with clients with Autism, ADHD and neurodiversity, and I am passionate about the safe exploration of these conditions in a therapeutic setting.

I am interested in intersectionality, diversity and identity, and work well with clients who wish to explore their sexuality, gender-identity or other concerns in a supportive space. I particularly appreciate when aspects of our identity can feel at odds with our lived environment and the struggles this can bring.

Training and Requirements
I believe the rigour and expertise required to do this job are important, and that as therapists we are accountable to our clients to ensure we uphold safety, expertise and ethical best practice when offering support.

My psychotherapy training and qualification requirements included:

4 years of taught psychotherapy qualification to a Master's level
A total of over 900 hours of training, with 500 additional hours of training and supervision required prior to qualification
UKCP Mental Health familiarisation placement
Over 750 hours of clinical practice prior to qualification
1 supervision hour for every 6 hours of clinical practice throughout training
Personal weekly psychotherapy for a minimum of 4 years
Pass mark for written exam of 24,000 words
Pass mark for oral exam with 4 certified psychotherapy practitioners

I complete ongoing formal continuous professional development with senior and qualified practitioners in order to maintain and develop my practice.