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My journey into psychotherapy has been shaped by both formal training and many years of working alongside people experiencing emotional, personal and relational challenges.

I trained as an integrative therapist, completing my Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling with CPCAB, followed by further postgraduate training through the Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling and Level 6 Diploma in Supervision.

My integrative approach means I draw from different therapeutic models, including person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), transactional analysis and psychodynamic approaches. This allows me to adapt therapy to the individual, recognising that each person brings their own experiences, personality, strengths and challenges into the counselling space.

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Before becoming a psychotherapist, I spent five years working within a specialist educational setting, supporting autistic young people, individuals with ASD and ADHD, and other social learning differences. This experience gave me a deeper understanding of neurodivergent experiences, including differences in communication, emotional regulation, sensory needs and the impact of environments that may not always recognise individual needs.

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Alongside my private practice, I have worked within a range of support settings, including Victims First, Rape Crisis, Youth Information Service and Newport Pagnell Medical Centre. These experiences have allowed me to work with people from many different backgrounds and with a wide range of emotional difficulties.

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I am also a tutor with Langley Therapy and Training, where I teach CPCAB counselling qualifications and support trainee counsellors in developing their therapeutic knowledge, skills and reflective practice.

I continue to develop my knowledge through regular professional development. My ongoing areas of learning include neurodiversity-informed practice, nervous system regulation and polyvagal theory, which continue to inform my understanding of how people experience emotions, relationships and the world around them.

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I believe that effective therapy is built on the relationship between therapist and client. My aim is to offer a space where you feel understood, respected and able to explore your experiences at your own pace.