I began my training at Birkbeck, University of London, qualifying at the renowned Highgate Counselling Centre (UK. Est.1966), the longest serving counselling service in the UK.
I am a registered & accredited member of the BACP - The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work within and in reference to their ethical and professional guidelines. In line with BACP membership I am also committed to Continuing Professional Development and undertake regular supervision of my work. The BACP is accredited to the British Standards Authority. My private practice is based in Highgate, London Bridge and Stamford in Rutland (East Midlands).
In 2024/25 I completed a year long Group Analytic training at the IGA - The Institute for Group Analysis, in Hampstead, London.
I previously trained with Place2Be in respect of working with children and young people and am Enhanced DBS checked. I was for many years, involved in suicide prevention work and was a longstanding member of a National Listening Charity.
My clinical practice is affiliated to a number of widely recognised health insurance organisations, including Aviva, AXA and BUPA (details below).
Prior to clinical training I enjoyed a career as a senior executive and people manager where active listening and more crucially ‘subjective thinking' played a key role in understanding and developing large teams of people; cross culturally and in a range of settings.
Whilst training and clinical experience has provided a framework for understanding how feelings manifest, it is within relationships where healing tends to occur. The knowledge and skills I have gained, support people suffering acute psychic pain and those living with diagnosed mental health difficulties. Equally, for those who are experiencing emotional disturbance that is impacting their wellbeing and enjoyment of life.
I am particularly interested to see those suffering with anxious and depressive feelings arising from co-dependent relationships.
I am also curious to understand the mechanisms of post-modern crisis capitalism and technocractic systems and the impact that these contemporary movements are having on our unconscious world.
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HOW I WORK
The first few sessions are crucial to the overall impact of the work. I will be taking notes initially and will be asking more questions than in regular sessions. There will be an opportunity for us to discuss the goals of our work and how you see therapy helping?
I offer two contracts which will be agreed upon jointly during the first few sessions:
Time-limited: 12 to 16 weeks, focused on a single issue.
Open-ended: Ongoing therapy, where after several months a minimum of four weeks notice of termination is required for us to reflect on the work together.
The content of our work is confidential. There are, however, some exceptions:
- I may discuss our work with a supervisor to ensure good practice.
- I would be required to provide copies of case notes or to appear in person if ordered to do so by a Judge.
- I am also obliged to report the following to the appropriate authorities: Current child abuse including paedophilia. Threats of deliberate harm against the life of another person or too oneself. Threats to commit terrorist acts
I practice under a code of ethics regulated by the BACP. The British Association for counselling & Psychotherapy.Ethical practice includes, for example:
- Not exploiting clients, sexually or financially
- Not making false claims about their training, abilities or practice
- Maintaining appropriate confidentiality
- Being properly insured to undertake private psychotherapy practice
Copies of codes of ethics will be supplied upon request.I am registered to work with a number of recognised insurers & private health providers. Please obtain a case/ref number before requesting engagement.
I operate my fees on a sliding scale basis, giving patients the chance to place their own value on the work, relative to the affordability for each individual or couple. Ongoing fees are set at the first contact or assessment.
Daytime After 5pm
Online £80 £80 - £110
In-person £90 £90 - £125
If it applies to you, please ask about pro-bono work and reduced fees. In both cases there may be a waiting list and/or less desirable days & times should be expected.