Hello there and a warm welcome to my profile. I understand it can be pretty daunting taking that first step in contacting a therapist.

 

Perhaps life feels too much right now — or, indeed, not enough. You may feel overwhelmed, anxious or burnt out. You may want to make changes, explore difficult experiences from the past, gain clarity over a life event, or simply feel that things cannot continue the way they are. Whatever is going on for you, I offer a safe space where you can speak openly, honestly and freely; where you'll be met with respect and acceptance; and where you can explore what deeply matters to you. We will work together in a way that suits your needs, personality and life experiences.

 

Areas of Interest

My work is open and inclusive, and I welcome a wide range of issues. Areas of particular interest to me include:

Relationship difficulties,
Trauma,
Bereavement, grief, despair and loss,

Sexuality,
Third-culture identity & cross-cultural relationships,
Experiences of Boarding Schools, International Schools, and the European School systems,
The effects of domestic, sexual, spiritual or religious abuse/trauma (particularly within the Evangelical, Fundamentalist or Presbyterian churches),
Twin-related issues,

Sex work,
The mother–daughter relationship,
Low self-esteem and low self-worth,
The Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)

How I Work

I use what is known as a Pluralist approach, meaning that whilst I draw on some of the more widely known psychological methodologies — such as Person-centred, Psychodynamic, Existential and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) — as well as creative techniques, I seek to create an equitable, collaborative relationship with each client.

 

Together we work to find the best course of counselling for you — one that reflects your unique personality, needs, wants and life experiences, and where you are in your life’s journey. We can also look at strategies to enable you to live a more positive, fuller life.

 

Practical Information
I offer both online and in-person 60-minute sessions.
I work with individuals over the age of 17 (in Scotland) and over 18 in the rest of the UK and Europe.
I do not work with children or couples.
I offer weekly sessional slots only (i.e. not fortnightly, monthly or on an ad hoc basis).

 

Cultural Sensitivity
While I practise in the English language, I have worked with many clients for whom English is a second language. Having lived in Italy for 12 years, I also have a good understanding of the Italian language and culture.

 

A Final Word
Choosing to come to counselling is an act of real bravery, self-compassion and self-love. It's completely understandable to feel unsure, but if you feel drawn to anything I've written above, I gently invite you to take that first step today.

 

I strive to treat each client with a non-judgmental attitude — with respect, acceptance, openness, honesty and integrity.

 

My hope for you is that we use our time together to explore the impact of whatever you have come to counselling with, and that you feel safe enough to express your burdens, worries, concerns, pain, grief, anger, and more.