My Approach

I'm particularly interested in working collaboratively with people to understand their relationship with themselves, their relationship with others and the world around them and connecting these relational patterns we have learnt to adopt, to our very early relationships and experiences

Within my practice as a cognitive analytic psychotherapist (CAT), I like to spend time focusing on one’s early experiences, as these experiences can deeply affect how we think, feel and act and then affect the way in which we relate to ourselves and others. It can be helpful to explore some of the patterns of relating that might have developed over time and find compassionate ways of understanding them, and also working towards changing some of the less helpful ways of thinking and feeling.

Everyone’s experience is different and I value the uniqueness of each person I meet, and tailor my approach accordingly. I consider myself to be an integrative practitioner, which means that although I am an accredited CAT psychotherapist, my practice draws upon a number of different therapeutic approaches in which I have been trained and I adapt my approach to the unique needs of the person I am working with. I have a particular interest in working creatively with people and I am most interested in our relationships with ourselves and others. I am also curious about understanding the social, cultural and environmental impact of the world in which we live, and how this affects us as people.

About Me

I'm a Cognitive Analytic Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in working in the field of mental health, initially as a mental health nurse, and later, as a psychotherapist.
I have worked in many different settings within the NHS, in social service settings and in independent Practice, including specialising in working with individuals within the creative industry.

I work with

• 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

• Cognitive Analytic Therapist