I'm a chartered counselling psychologist and integrative psychotherapist registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS), Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Having worked within the NHS and charitable organisations I now work with individuals and couples from my practice in Maidstone, Kent as well as online.
I firmly believe in the importance of continued personal development. As part of this belief, I regularly attend workshops to develop my understanding and practice. In addition to holding a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, I also hold a BSc (Hons) degree in Psychology and have completed training's in Person-Centred counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Couples Counselling.
I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) Division of Counselling Psychology and adhere to the ethical guidelines set out by the HCPC, UKCP and BPS.
Prior to training as a Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist, I first studied Fine Art before returning to complete a BSc (Hons) degree in Psychology.
Throughout my career I have worked in primary and secondary mental health services in the NHS, charitable organisations and within healthcare services as part of specialist weight loss surgery, oncology, and cosmetic and aesthetic services. Alongside working in private practice I am also an Assistant Professor in Counselling Psychology and support multi-disciplinary teams within both NHS and private hospitals in Kent where I provide psychological support for individuals dealing with major life transitions following diagnosis or surgery.
I have a particular interest in how physical change affects how we feel about ourselves. Whether it be a physical part of yourself that you don’t like or a physical change brought about by illness or surgery (e.g. mastectomy, pregnancy, ageing, weight loss etc.). I work with individuals to overcome the limits and challenges that prevent them from living their lives fully and authentically.
