A bit about me:
I am a relational psychodynamic counsellor, which simply put, means my practice focuses on our early relationships and how these shape how we relate to ourselves and others. My practice is non-directive and led by you and your inquiry into yourself. I view you as the expert in you and my practice is grounded in gentle enquiry, respecting what you are comfortable beginning to approach and exploring this together. Alongside working with the impact our relationships have in shaping us, my practice also holds the impact of societal structures and how inequalities we may have experienced have shaped our life.
Why choose me:
My background is in mental health nursing where I have practiced as a qualified nurse since 2018. In this role I have specialised in working in child and adolescent mental health working with young people aged 8-18 years old and their families. In my role as a counsellor my experience has been working with adults practicing as a volunteer counsellor at the PF counselling service for the last 3 years. I strive to adapt my practice to meet individual needs, reflecting on the body when we struggle to find the words for our experience and engaging in imagery such as metaphors to allow for exploration when we may be unsure what it is we are sat with.
My areas of experience/interest include:
• Complex Trauma
• Grief/Complex Grief
• Self-Harm/Suicidal Ideation
• Eating disorders
• Neurodiversity
How long are sessions/therapy:
I offer 50 minutes appointments and can offer short (12 weeks) and long-term work, with my experience primarily being offering longer term work (+2 years). I am firm believer in the importance of the therapeutic relationship and initial sessions will be seeing if I feel like the right fit for you.
I am registered with BACP and have completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling from the University of Edinburgh.
I am continuing my training as a Psychotherapist at The University of Edinburgh undertaking a Doctorate in Psychotherapy, with my research focusing on grief and our continuing bond with the deceased.
