My Approach

My work is underpinned by my psychodynamic training which means thinking and looking at how past events may be affecting your current situation and exploring unconscious processes. I work in a non-directive way, where you determine the focus, depth and pace of our work together. There are no "exercises" or "homework assignments".

Asking for help and finding the right professional is a daunting prospect so I offer a free initial 30 minute conversation to determine whether what I offer is what you are looking for.

I work with adults of all ages, over the short, medium or long term. I also work with couples.

Training, qualifications & experience:
The 4 year counselling training I undertook, is accredited by the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) and the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). My 2-year post-qualifying psychotherapy training is also accredited by BPC.
Prior to this, I trained and worked as a mental health social worker in a wide range of settings. I have a combined experience of over 25 years of supporting people from all walks of life through challenging times. I have undertaken significant further training since qualifying in believe in continuous and meaningful professional development.

My preference is to work face-to-face, from my practice in Wiltshire, but I offer Zoom appointments where the situation requires it, for example if you live in a very isolated area with no therapists within a reasonable distance, you have severe mobility issues or your job requires frequent travel.

My current fees are: £55 for individual therapy (50 minutes) and £75 for couples therapy (60 minutes)

About Me

Sometimes we go through times of feeling lost, stuck, down, anxious or confused and life can feel hard to bear. You might have a sense that there are difficult dynamics or events that seem to repeat themselves over and over. Or you might not know what's wrong but have a feeling that things aren't as they should be and you would like to take some time to understand yourself better. Talking to a trained professional, who is impartial and not connected to your situation, who will listen and understand without judgement can help.

I can offer you a safe, confidential space to help you explore whatever it is that has brought you to this point. I place real emphasis on building a relationship of trust and security with my clients, where we can explore present troubles, consider the influence of the past and find hope for the future. I believe that a good therapeutic experience is key in making the links which will enable you to process difficult experiences, survive current challenges and know which choices to make from here in.


Qualifications:

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Qualification (Wessex Counselling & Psychotherapy)
Certificate & Advanced Certificate in the Study of the Couple Relationship (Tavistock Relationships, London)
Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling (Wessex Counselling & Psychotherapy)
Postgraduate Diploma & MA in Social Work [Mental Health Pathway] (Cardiff University)
Joint Honours Degree in Psychology & Sociology (Cardiff University)

I work with

• Couples
• Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Abuse
• Addiction
• Adoption
• Age-related Issues
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Chronic Illness
• Couple Issues
• Divorce
• Eating Disorders
• Employment Difficulties
• Family
• Health-related Issues
• Infertility
• Parents
• Phobias
• Physical Abuse
• Post-Traumatic Stress
• Relationships
• Separation
• Sex Problems
• Sexual Abuse
• Spirituality
• Step Families
• Stress
• Terminal Illness
• Trauma
• Workplace Counselling