Qualification MA Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of Wales - Regent College
Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Certified Imago Relationship Therapist .IFS level2
Experience10++ years in Integrative Therapist
Over the past 14 years I have counselled in my private practice as well for a number of organizations including MIND, Chai Cancer Care, Harley Therapy and The London Practice. I also provide short term counselling as an affiliate counsellor for a number of EAP services, and am a recognized provider for WPA ,AVIVA and BUPA. My approach is integrative, and I work with both individuals and couples. I am an experienced BACP accredited psychotherapist and certified Imago relationship therapist with training in CBT.
Approach I specialize in the following three areas
1) Marital, Couples and Relationship Issues.
Couples often experience a breakdown of communication, that causes a fight and flight reaction. These may become repetitive cycle of self destructive behaviour were anger expressed spins out of control .A reduction of emotional closeness, trust and physical intimacy follows which can lead to crises in the relationship, affairs and even the threat of divorce. Together we explore what you need, why there is disconnection and how you can get the relationship you want. A key to this is building open and calm communication in order to understand each other, resolve conflict and meet each others needs . We also focus on building greater appreciation, care and fun to reignite love and connection in the relationship.
2) Overcoming Anxiety ( Generalised Anxiety Disorder & Panic attacks).
Anxiety comes from underlying fear. To overcome it, we need to understand what is causing it. Sometimes it can be based on illusory thinking, where a person focuses on the worst case scenario coming true. These thoughts need to be challenged so we can eliminate them. . When the fear is a real one, it needs to be confronted by taking appropriate action. There are times when anxiety is based on the influences from past experiences, which need to be addressed to resolve them.As an integrative psychotherapist , I draw from a variety of approaches to address your unique needs.
3) Anger Management.
Anger can wreak havoc in a person's life. With anger management a person gains understanding into whats triggering the anger and how to change the way you respond. This can be by expressing feelings in a healthy way, and taking appropriate steps to solve the underlying cause of the anger. In each case anger management is tailored to the needs of the clients. I also work with a variety of other issues including depression, low self-esteem, assertiveness, bereavement, and work-related problems .
