I have been working as a Counsellor and Psychotherapist for the last nine years. I have worked across the NHS, Voluntary and the private sector. I am an accredited member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and a member of my graduate body; the Foundation for Psychotherapy and Counselling (FPC).

Clients often get referred or come to see me when they are feeling down or suffering from a period of distress in their lives. They may have personal problems, be suffering in a relationship, career or family life. Alternatively, they may have experienced painful life events or feel something is missing in their lives. It may be difficult for them to find somebody to confide in or they may feel misunderstood by others.

As a psychotherapist and counsellor, I provide a safe and neutral environment to talk about what is going on, enabling individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts and behaviour at significant depth. Each client's session is tailored towards their own personal needs and an understanding of their own unique situation is explored, within an environment that is empathic and Non-judgmental.

For some, I offer a lifeline during a period of emotional distress and for others, I provide a place to reflect on current issues and concerns. Clients often feel a great sense of relief through talking and gain greater clarity and solace in their day to day lives.

My approach is based on the understanding that difficult experiences in the past can continue to affect the way you feel and behave in the present. In the therapeutic relationship, we can start to explore and recognise the reasons why the things that make you unhappy seem to be repeating themselves. For example, if you live in fear that your manager will be critical of you this might reveal a pattern of difficulty in relationships, particularly with those in a position of authority. Perhaps this stems from growing up within a highly critical environment during your early stages of development.

We would be able to look at how your life experiences have shaped the way you think, feel and behave. This will enable you to let go of past patterns of behaviour, which are no longer helpful. Ensuring you gain the psychological freedom to perceive yourself, the world and your relationships in a new way, enabling you to enjoy your life and live it more fully.