Experience

"The real meaning of enlightenment is to gaze with undimmed eyes on all darkness"

Nikos Kazantzakis

Following completion of my degree in Education from Nottingham Trent University, I pursued a career in teaching. My experiences allowed me to expand my knowledge and understanding of human development, particularly child psychology. This learning has contributed invaluable insight towards my career in Psychotherapy, where I have been able to provide support for parents in a range of issues, from dealing with troublesome teenagers to coping with children with ADHD, Eating Disorders or Asperger’s Syndrome, among others.

Earlier in my career as a psychotherapist, I worked for two multi-purpose charities, Northpoint and Barca. Both organisations offered me the opportunity to work with clients who presented a variety of issues, ranging from trauma, damaged self-esteem, anxiety or bereavement to suicidal tendencies or sexual abuse affecting both men and women.

After gaining accreditation, I focused on full time independent practice. In my practice, I work with adolescents and adults who are committed to working hard in order to lessen their emotional burden under the guidance of a highly trained professional. My areas of specialization include helping individuals cope with low self –esteem, life transitions and childhood trauma but I also work with individuals who face a variety of challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, work difficulties or sexual concerns.

In my clinical work, I engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. I consider all aspects of my client’s life including socioeconomic factors, culture, race, gender identity, sex and more. I am aware that we are all much more complex beings with our own unique history and experiences, hence why there is not a one-size fits all model of therapy. For that reason, I engage in continuous professional training to further expand my knowledge and ultimately benefit my clients. I strive to be flexible and creative enough, drawing from different approaches and adapt them in order to meet individual client needs.