About Me
As a qualified counsellor trained in the person-centred approach, I support you to take control so that you feel empowered to overcome your difficulties and make positive changes. I have spent many years working in field of psychology supporting adults and adolescents with a variety of mental health difficulties. My experience is varied from working within HMP Dartmoor Prison Service, Private Psychology company, Cornwall Council’s Clinical Psychology and Jigsaw Service, before training as a counsellor. My counselling journey began working with survivors of trauma specifically domestic abuse and sexual violence before moving on to providing counselling within the NHS and supporting individuals with anxiety and depression.
I have over a decade of experience working in a trauma-informed way and supporting those who have experienced a wide variety of issues, some of which include:
- Emotional difficulties
- Suicidal thoughts & Self-harm
- Attachment and relationships
- Trauma
- Abuse
- Anxiety & Depression
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy ( BACP ), and I have full professional liability insurance and an enhanced DBS check.
In addition to supporting and helping others, I have a passion for animals, specifically horses and dogs, and being outside in nature. I find being on the beaches and by the sea incredibly therapeutic and restorative.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced Certificate – Clinical Supervision including online & telephone working
- Level 3: Award in Education and Training
- Level 5 Diploma: Person Centred Counselling & Therapy
- Diploma: Animal Assisted Therapy
- NCFE Level 2: Counselling Skills
- NOCN Level 2: Share Mentoring for young people
- BSc (Hons) Degree: Psychology
- Higher National Diploma: Applied Psychology
- National Certificate: Management of Horses
TRAINING TO COME:
- Level 5 – Diploma in Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
