My Experience

I work with children, young people (8-25 yrs) & adults to move towards their goals using talking therapy, drawing & practical tools. I am passionate that therapy should be fun & creative and work in a collaborative way so my clients look forward to our sessions together. I specialise also in working which neurodiverse children (ADHD & ASD). If your child is under 8 years & having difficulties, please get in touch to discuss how a joint approach of child-led & parent work may be beneficial.
 
I am a BABCP Accredited Child & Young Person therapist. I have many years experience of working in a Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). CBT is an evidence-based therapy to help manage symptoms of low mood, anxiety & stress. You will learn practical tools to help you to “live your best life”.
 
If you are a parent or young person who is looking for positive change. Please get in touch to discuss how I might be able to help.
 

I work with a wide range of presenting difficulties including:

  • School refusal and anxiety 
  • Neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD)
  • Emotion regulation work for children
  • Depression and Low Mood
  • General Anxiety & Stress
  • Panic Attacks
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Specific Phobias
  • Social Anxiety
  • Bereavement, grief and loss
  • Relationship difficulties
  • Long-Term Health Conditions 
  • Emotional Difficulties causing distress, undesirable behaviours or relationship problems
  • Trauma / Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)


Models I work with

I specialise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and I am qualified to work with Children, Young People and Adults of all ages. I integrate different skills across a range of therapeutic approaches (Humanistic Counselling, CBT, ACT, DBT & mindfulness) to ensure a customised treatment plan that fits with the individual needs of my clients.  I draw upon scientifically proven research and my own clinical experience to adapt and customise treatment plans to individual’s needs. The overall goal is to reduce psychological distress and promote well-being. Using a skills approach, clients will learn practical ways to help improve mental health to get the most from what life has to offer them.

My Values

I believe in working collaboratively with clients to understand, process, and improve with their difficulties. I have a clear aim of providing a safe and personable space for clients to explore their current problems, strengths and goals. This is done in a way that allows clients to cope better and empowering clients to move towards enhancing their quality of life.

Clinic Information

I currently hold a virtual clinical and offer appointments on Friday daytime and evenings. I work with children from 11 years upwards and adults.

Training and Qualifications

  • Working with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder & Complex Trauma (Solent NHS Trust, 2020)
  • Fundamentals in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) (Southern Health NHS Trust) – 2019
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Diploma (BABCP accredited) (University of Reading) – 2018
  • Systemic & Family Therapy – Accredited by the Association of Family Therapy – 2018
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)(Russ Harris) – 2014
  • Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction 8 week course (Rowans Hospice) – 2013
  • Level 3 Humanistic Counselling Diploma (Eastleigh College) – 2013

Membership of Professional Bodies

British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) – 150421

 

Age Range

11+

Key Models

ACT, CBT

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