My areas of expertise 

Whilst I specialise in helping client’s withy anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family issues, I have extensive experience helping with many other issues such as depression, stress, loss and grief.

I would describe my working style as being respectful and collaborative.  Whilst I am supportive, empathetic, and compassionate, I can also be very direct, interjecting when needed, so it's important to let your feelings be known to me.

I believe that everyone has the potential for change and personal growth. Sometimes, life’s challenges can make us feel stuck, but with the right support, clarity, and guidance, we can overcome these obstacles. My role is to facilitate this process in a relaxed and collaborative way, helping you see things more clearly and tackle difficulties with confidence.

I have a vast array of tools, techniques and templates for all manner of issues, that have proven to be incredibly beneficial in repairing and healing the lives of those I have worked with.

I have also helped many clients make real changes in their lives through hypnotherapy. Whether this was to help with stress and anxiety, habits, fears or phobias, improving confidence and self-esteem, weight management, or stop smoking.

Qualifications

• Couples Counselling Course Advanced Specialist Recognition NCPS
• Diploma in Supervision – Iron Mill College (NCPS accredited course)
• Diploma in Couples and Family Therapy (CofE)
• Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice  (AIM Award Level 5)
• Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (AMI Award Level 4)
• Diploma in Counselling Skills and Theory (AIM Awards Level 4)
• The Chrysalis Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
• Certificate in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills (AIM Award Level 3)

I am a Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), an Accredited Registered Member of the National Counselling  and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS),and an Accredited Registered Member of the National Society of Hypnotherapy (NSH) and work within their Ethical Frameworks for Good Practice. I am also a member of the Hampshire Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (HACP).

The BACP, NCPS and NSH have registers of members and these registers have been accredited by the FSA Accredited Register programme.

The Professional Standards Authority (FSA) Accredited register programme was set up by the Department of Health and is administered by the Professional Standards Authority, who are an independent body, accountable to Parliament. The Programme was created to ensure that the public are able to choose safe, ethical and competent professionals for their health and social care needs.

As part of my commitment to you I have ongoing clinical supervision and regularly attend courses and further training to enhance my knowledge and professionalism with Continued Professional Development.

I am fully insured and hold a DBS Certificate.

I volunteered for two years, as a counsellor with a charity providing counselling to young people ages 11 – 25 years.

I help train other counsellors by teaching level 5 counselling. I also offer supervision to trainee and qualified counsellors.