Psychotherapy can seem mysterious and there are many ways in which different professionals express what this process means to them. In my approach, I believe psychotherapy facilitates a process of exploration, which through a safe, confidential and non-judgmental relationship can aid self-development and encourage growth, which can underpin long lasting change.

The foundation for psychotherapy, is the relationship which is formed between you and me. The creation of this non-judgmental, confidential space, allows for a safe and contained exploration of the self. 

As we journey through your experiences; past, future and present, patterns can be recognised. We can bring to light aspects of oneself that cause distress and unhappiness. This in-depth process is unique to each person and the therapeutic relationship that develops.

My orientation to psychotherapy is an integration of relational psychodynamic ideas, attachment psychoanalytic psychotherapy and existential psychotherapy. This means that I am interested in exploring with you, your thoughts and feelings, your assumptions, values and beliefs. Together we explore your sense of self, your relationships with other people and relationship to the world in general.

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and an insured psychotherapist and supervisor, currently in private practice. I worked for some years in a NHS London hospital in secondary care.

I am a specialist consultant, supervisor, and psychotherapist at a highly specialised clinic for dissociative disorders (The Clinic Of Dissociative Studies, London, UK www.clinicds.co.uk ); as a supervisor, psychotherapist and support therapist.

I also guest lecture at Tavistock and Portman on Dissociative Identity Disorders. I provide specialist training within NHS settings for professionals working with Dissociative Disorders and speak at the British Psychological Society.

My voluntary work includes being on the Board of Directors and co-chairing educational content for the International Society for Trauma and Dissociation - (ISSTD www.isst-d.org ). The oldest complex trauma and dissociation society in the world.

I regularly consult on mental health for The Guardian, Vogue, Refinery29, The Stylist, Modern Matters to name a few. I also consult for film and scripts for some large TV companies and production houses, such as the BBC and Hulu.

My main training was at Regent’s University and The University of Liverpool. I have also attended courses at The Bowlby Centre and the International Society for Trauma and Dissociation. I attend conferences and training internationally.

I am committed to ongoing training and attend various courses and professional development seminars. I also hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from University of Liverpool.

My particular area of speciality is working with complex trauma and Dissociative Disorders. My research interest is exploring psychotherapists experience of working with those expereincing Dissociative Identity ‘Disorders’, which aims to add to the discussion and thought around this often under researched phenomena.

I am also interested in non-ordinary states of consciousness, and the adjunct of psychotherapies and other forms of healing from around the world.

Below are some typical areas that I work with in private practice. I see a breadth of clients, from varying backgrounds.

• depression, anxiety and stress

• grief, loss and bereavement

• trauma, neglect, deprivation, physical sexual and mental abuse

• addictions (food, drugs, alcohol, gambling etc.)

• identity, meaning and purpose

• relationship and interpersonal issues

• disorders (Dissociative identity disorder, dissociative disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders)

• phobias

• sexuality

Sessions are held either 1-3 times a week, and last for 50 mins per session. Your slot will be reserved for you each week on the same day, at the same time, online via Zoom or video platform.

I also offer 100 min sessions, for particular clients. This can be discussed in our initial meeting or at any point during our work.

Twice or three times weekly sessions can be arranged on the request of the client, from the outset or during our work together as it develops.

Where possible, I prefer to work long-term with clients and ask clients to consider a long-term commitment before our initial consultation.

I offer a free, informal initial consultation (50 mins) to any new clients. Thereafter our agreed cost is paid monthly via invoice in advance.

Standard rate: £90-£150 per session depending upon day,frequency and circumstances.
Low income rate: Set to a sliding scale - please enquire
(all low fee slots are currently taken, and my waiting list is full)

I offer video call and telephone psychotherapy sessions. 

My waiting list is currently open to both NHS and self-referrals. To self-refer please use the contact form on the contact page.