People I work with
I work with individuals from all walks of life seeking help with many different problems, for example depression and anxiety, panic states, phobias, obsessional behaviour or angry outbursts. Those who turn to psychotherapy may also feel worried in more general ways such as feeling aimless or dissatisfied in their work life, or feeling unable to make satisfactory personal or sexual relationships.
About my practice
My clinical practice is based on psychoanalytic theory which considers that there is more to consciousness than meets the eye - we have feelings, thoughts and impulses that we are often unaware of.
The therapeutic relationship with a therapist, and the gradual process of understanding which occurs within that relationship, can enable insights and bring about lasting change.
As a therapist, my aim is to offer the opportunity to talk freely, so that I can try to understand the underlying emotional conflict from what is being communicated, both verbally and non-verbally. By conveying this understanding through interpretation, I can help the patient gain insight into their emotional states and find relief and enrichment in their personal life.
I trained at the Severnside Institute for Psychotherapy (SIP) in Bristol, and am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) to work with adults once or twice-weekly.
My practice adheres to the BPC Ethical Framework.
I have a diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling (Westminster Pastoral Foundation)
