Background and approach

As a counsellor and psychotherapist I draw on a wide range of approaches including systemic, solution-focused, CBT, ACT, compassion-focussed and coaching oriented ideas and techniques.

I work flexibly – most of my sessions are fortnightly though some are weekly, monthly or less frequent including standalone sessions. I try to work around irregular routines where possible, which is easier now I am working remotely.

I aim to work as inclusively as possible and have undertaken training in LGBTQI+ Inclusion, GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity), Gender Dysphoria, ADHD and Autism. I have lived experience of many of these and am happy to be open and transparent about myself if this is helpful to you.

I have worked with a wide variety of private, NHS, fertility and Relate clients, been a secondary school counsellor, provided short term GP-referred counselling, worked with parents in a primary school, with homeless people looking to reconnect with their families and provided telephone CBT to survivors of road accidents. Most recently I set up and ran a pilot project integrating Advocacy and Psychotherapy, supporting parents of neurodivergent children.

I have a MA in Philosophy and AI which has led me to explore the benefits, risks and most effective uses of AI in a therapeutic context. I am part of a global AI Mental Health Collective which facilitates cross-discipline dialogue, collaboration and serves as a resource for those in need of support for AI issues.

For the last 10 years I have been a fertility counsellor working in private and NHS clinics on Harley St and in Tunbridge Wells, and am an accredited member of BICA (British Infertility Counsellors Association).

I have a particular interest in non-traditional relationships and alternative family structures and have experience of the dynamics and challenges that these relationships face. I am deeply committed to equality and individuality for all and aim to work with everyone by understanding the unique way in which you operate, rather than making any traditional assumptions or judgements.

As a therapeutic coach I can offer stand alone coaching or bring a coaching approach to counselling which looks at making practical changes, clarifying goals and focussing on the positive. For the last few years I have offered specific coaching support to late diagnosed ADHD adults, finding strategies for navigating a world not designed for their (our!) brains.

Training & Qualifications

  • MA Philosophy and AI (New College of the Humanities – Distinction.  Dissertation: Human flourishing in a technological world)
  • BACP Accreditation
  • British Infertility Counselling Association (BICA) Accreditation
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy (University of East London – Distinction)
  • Advanced Diploma in Life Coaching (Learning Curve – Distinction)
  • Advanced Certificate in Systemic Practice with Families and Couples (Institute of Family Therapy – Merit)
  • Graduate Certificate in Couples Counselling (Relate / University of East London)
  • Qualification as a Relate Counsellor (Relate)
  • BSc (Hons) Psychology with Philosophy (2:1)

Specialised Relate training in :

  • Counselling Young People
  • Domestic Violence & Abuse
  • Mental Health
  • Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse
  • “Sexually Speaking” – Awareness and practice with issues of sexuality
  • LGBTQI+ Inclusion
  • Gender Dysphoria
  • Asperger’s Syndrome and the Couple Relationship (prior to the dropping of the diagnostic term “Asperger’s”)

Further training:

  • Compassion Focused Therapy – Dr Chris Irons, Balanced Minds
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Dr Richard Sears
  • Advanced Course in Infertility Counselling (BICA)
  • Bisexuality (Pink Therapy)
  • GSRD Therapy (Pink Therapy)
  • Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) – Meg-John Barker (author of the BACP’s Diversity policy)
  • Autism in the therapy room
  • ADHD: Current research and practice
  • Implications and Support counselling for fertility clients
  • Teaching Mindfulness Skills
  • Working with Men in a Fertility Setting
  • Narrative Therapy