More than ever people are recognising the need to explore difficult feelings with a professional therapist. Often the stresses of modern life and the conflicting demands made of us can begin to feel unbearable. Acknowledging that there is a problem or difficulty can be a very hard thing to do. For many people, coming to the decision to ask for help is not easy.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist, grounded in an understanding of early attachment relationships and how these connect with people’s present difficulties. Where appropriate I also use the techniques of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT).Qualifications & Training
I achieved a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Anthropology at Goldsmith College, London University, in 1980. After five years training at the School of Psychotherapy and Counselling Psychology at Regent’s College, London, I was awarded a Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling. I achieved an MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling in January 2009.Experience
I have many years of experience working as a psychotherapist and counsellor with the NHS, private practice and various counselling agencies. I've worked for: South London & Maudsley NHS Trust, Munro Centre - Guy's Hospital, Ealing Abbey Counselling Service and Battersea Pastoral Centre. Recently I have been providing counselling within Bristol’s NHS Primary Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP) and Gwent NHS.Fees
The fee for a fifty minute session is £35.00. Some reduced session fees are occasionally available for those on low incomes or on benefits.
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Individual Counselling, Adults, Long-term, Short-term, Single sessions, Time-limited, Face-to-face, Workshop, Concessionary rates, General counselling, Assertiveness, Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling, Existential, Mindfulness, Person-centred, Psychodynamic, Psychotherapy, Relaxation, Stress management, Transactional Analysis, Visualisation. |
