Training & Qualifications
Trained in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling & Psychotherapy; I am able to draw on several psychotherapeutic and counselling approaches in order to best suit you. As a counsellor who experiences clients as unique and individual; I don't believe in a one size fits all approach, so we will work together to find a way of working that feels right for you.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and I am an accredited member of the National Counselling Society. Both membership bodies have a code of ethics which I adhere to. As a counselling professional; the welfare of my client is central to my work and I commit to avoid all manner of harm.
I hold enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service checks (DBS) which permits me to work with Children, Young People & Adults.
Masters Practitioner Programme in Eating Disorders & Obesity - National Centre for Eating Disorders (approved by the British Psychological Society)
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma Therapeutic Counselling
CPCAB Level 3 Counselling Studies
CPCAB Level 2 Counselling Skills
Enhanced Safeguarding Adults - NHS
ASK Suicide Prevention
Level 3 Safeguarding Children - NHS
Level 3 Safeguarding Children & Young People Supervision Skills
Trauma Risk Management
As part of my counselling & psychotherapy professional membership I am committed to ongoing Continued Professional Development & learning. This ensures that I am equipped and up to date with any new and relevant research; thus ensuring that I can support my clients in the best possible way.
Just some of my learning includes:
- ASD and Mental Health
- Foetal Alcohol Syndrome Disorders & Mental Health
- Transference & Countertransference in the Therapeutic Relationship
- Mental Capacity Act
- Shame & Guilt
- Attachment Disorders
- ADHD and Mental Health
- Pathological Demand Avoidance
- Creative & Play Therapy Training
- Suicide Prevention and Risk Management
This list is not exhaustive. Please get in touch for more information.
In addition to my ongoing Continued Professional Development; I have regular clinical supervision. This means that a senior counselling practitioner oversees my therapy practice to ensure that I am practising safely, providing the best possible support to my clients and identifying any opportunities for further learning and development.
