I have 27 years of experience working with individuals and couples who struggle with many issues that prevent them from leading a happy and fulfilled life.

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Within my work, I implement an Integrative Humanistic Approach – this is developed around the belief that problems may not solely be caused by life events themselves, but how we experience them. Within this approach, I employ the use of Transactional Analysis – which is a communicative therapy exploring an individual’s personality and how this has been shaped by experiences – particularly those stemming from childhood.  Alongside this, I also integrate a Psycho-dynamic angle to my work, which focuses on enabling you to understand the way you relate to; people, the world and to yourself.

 

My approach provides me with the tools to offer my client(s) various ways of exploring their feelings and emotions. I can vary techniques according to their needs. I like to think of this like making a cake – there are many ingredients that can go into a cake but by varying them you get different results!

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I have made a serious commitment to working with issues of difference and equality. Therefore, I regularly attend workshops focusing on these issues, along with other regular training courses to inform my practice and enable me to provide a safe and highly professional service.

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I have ongoing formal consultative support (Supervision) for my work – in accordance with professional requirements. This is so that I can regularly monitor and review my work to maintain good practice. 

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I find my work in building counselling relationships with those from all walks of life, and helping to provide a safe space to work through life’s challenges incredibly rewarding.