I am a qualified Counsellor with a Master's level qualification in Counselling & Psychotherapy from University of Salford. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

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Sometimes, external pressures get in the way of living truly fulfilling lives. These pressures may be inspired by society, peers or family; and this can create conflicts which make us feel worse. I specialise in Person Centred counselling, which is based on the premise that we can achieve change by discovering and reconnecting with our true selves. As Carl Rogers once said, “The curious paradox is that when I can accept myself just as I am, then I can change.”

My approach is non-directive, which allows the client to take the lead in the session. I will work to understand your frame of reference, your thoughts and your emotions. I provide a safe and trusting counselling relationship where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgement; and through this exploration, growth and positive change can occur.

I provide short-term and long-term counselling, and I can help with many issues, including (but not limited to) anxiety,

childhood trauma, bereavement, depression, domestic violence, guilt, identity issues, low self-esteem, and work-related stress.

I provide telephone and online counselling, via Zoom. 

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Background

I trained to become a counsellor several years after I completed my degree in Visual Art and Culture.  My artistic skills enabled me to initiate creative workshops in schools and in charities that I worked for. The therapeutic value of these workshops was observed. I've always felt that art, play, and poetry reveal a lot of hidden depth about us and our perceptual lens, and how this collides with experience.

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Throughout our work together, I may offer a creative activity for a future session, if I feel that it may benefit you. But I will be led by you on this. If this is something that you don't feel comfortable with, then please let me know.

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Relevant Qualifications

MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy (Professional Training)

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Certified Clinical Trauma Treatment Professional Level 2 (CCTP-ll)

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Grief and Bereavement Counselling Diploma 

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BA (Hons) Visual Art & Culture   

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CPD

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I am trained and experienced in the following areas:

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Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder 

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Trauma 

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Bereavement

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Attachment

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Suicidal feelings

 

Self-Harm

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Eating Disorders

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Domestic Violence 

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Intrusive Thoughts 

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Mindfulness

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Transactional Analysis

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