My Qualifications

  • MSc (Distinction), Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy, Birkbeck, University of London.

  • Post Graduate Diploma, Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy, Birkbeck, University of London.

  • Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling and Counselling Skills, Birkbeck, University of London.

  • BA (Hons), University of Warwick.

My Background and other experience

Prior to becoming a psychotherapist I worked for many years in London in the TV industry. My experience of the corporate/media environment taught me much about the challenges of balancing work/life commitments in a highly competitive industry in a busy city.

Before and during my psychotherapy training I volunteered with the Central London Samaritans where I provided support via phone, face-to-face, text and email. I also had the opportunity to engage in outreach work with the Samaritans, including presenting mental health talks to secondary-school pupils across London.

Other counselling roles have included positions with the counselling teams at Birkbeck (University of London), the University of Birmingham and the University of Warwick, as well as volunteering at a central Birmingham charity which offers free and low-cost counselling within the community.

Where do I work?

PRIVATE PRACTICE

I primarily work with clients in-person and currently in Stratford-upon-Avon only. I hope to add an additional location in the West Midlands in 2026. Details will be added here when available. I also keep some limited availability for returning clients in Leamington Spa but regrettably I am unable to see new clients in this location. Please note, there is no lift access in the locations I currently practice in.

Online therapy sessions are available via Zoom for UK-based individuals only. You will need to ensure you have a private indoor space for your sessions with a good internet connection. I’m afraid I am unable to offer appointments to individuals based outside of the UK.

NHS

As well as working in Private Practice, I am also an Honorary Therapist with a North London NHS Trust, specialising in complex trauma.

Who do I work with?

I work with adults only, offering either short-term focussed counselling or more in-depth mid to long-term psychotherapy. My approach is non-directive and non-judgmental and I have experience of working with people from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds.

What is the difference between counselling and psychotherapy?

The BACP states that: “counselling and psychotherapy are umbrella terms that cover a range of talking therapies.  They are delivered by trained practitioners who work with people over a short or long term to help them bring about effective change and/or enhance their wellbeing”.  

Traditionally, ‘counselling’ has been used to refer to shorter-term goal-orientated work, while ‘psychotherapy’ has been used to refer to longer-term, more in-depth work. However, the terms can be used interchangeably and I offer both short-term or longer-term therapy.

Professional Membership

I am a registered member of the BACP - the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists - and I abide by the BACP Ethical Framework for good practice. Registration number: 380672.

I am a registered Psychodynamic Counsellor with the BPC - the British Psychoanalytic Council - and I abide by the BPC’s Ethical Framework for good practice. Registration number: 22769.

I am a member of the BCA - the Birkbeck Counselling Association.

Ongoing training

I value ongoing professional development and seek to constantly broaden my expertise to enable me to continue to provide a professional and ethical practice that welcomes and values each individual client.  

Confidentiality & Data Protection

I am registered as a Data Controller with the ICO - the Information Commissioner’s Office.

I undertake regular supervision, in line with the BACP Ethical Framework, to ensure high standards of clinical practice. Any client information discussed with my supervisor will be treated as confidential and handled respectfully.

Your information is not shared with anyone else. The only exception to this would be if I thought you were at serious risk of harm to either yourself or others and/or where I might be legally required to disclose information.

Other Important Information

I hold Professional Indemnity Insurance.
I hold an Enhanced DBS certificate.