I am a specialised trauma and neurodivergent affirming therapist who offers a kind, caring, curious space for your sessions. Talking, along with creative exercises, somatic bodywork and setting goals for change may be helpful for you.
I'm passionate about listening to people and will give you the time and space to explore, process, grieve, accept, or plan for change. I have specialised training in neurodivergence, domestic abuse, grief, trauma, and sexual assault, with several years of experience in these areas.
Therapy can help you build stronger boundaries, make healthier relationships, improve your communication, and find calm. Change can feel scary and challenging, but it is also an opportunity to make different choices.
My practise:
I hope to help you understand yourself better and positively change your life. In my private practice, I personalise the therapy space for each individual client. I follow a detailed intake procedure which helps me to understand your situation, your problems and their origins.
I’m trained in person-centred therapy, but my approach is pluralistic and creative. I draw on various therapeutic, somatic and creative approaches depending on what therapy might suit you best. It is important for me to adapt my style of working to you.
I currently offer daytime face-to-face or online sessions on a Friday. The first session of the day starts at 8 am and runs until 6pm. I also run evening online sessions on Mondays and Thursdays from 5pm onwards. The last evening session on a Monday or Thursday is at 7pm.
Qualifications and training: MSC/PGDIP Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of Salford Certificate in Neuro-Affirming Practice, Free2bme ATAA (Adaptive Therapy for Autistic Adults) Practitioner Certificate in Creative Counselling Interventions, CPCAB Domestic Violence and Childhood Sexual Abuse Training, University of Salford Diploma in Diversity, Cultural Competence, Race & Anti-Discrimination Practice (TADF) Certificate in Online Counselling, Counselling Tutor Level 2 and 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Trauma training: I’ve undertaken additional training over the years. Some of my training is listed below, enabling me to work safely and trauma-informed way. I am a member of the Complex Trauma Institute.
Rewind Trauma Therapy – Complex Trauma Institute The Flash Technique – Dr Justin Havens Foundation Certificate in The Application of The Polyvagal Theory in Counselling & Psychotherapy, Online Events Somatic interventions, yoga and dance therapies, for Trauma, Rewire Trauma Therapy Working with trauma stages 1 and 2 – Complex Trauma Institute Certificate in Trauma-Informed Practice, Counselling Tutor Making trauma therapy safer – Babette Rothschild