I have extensive experience of working with young people. I work with young people from 15 years of age+ on issues such as PTSD, trauma, self injury, suicide, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, feelings of low self-worth, confidence, family conflict, identity issues, exam stress and bullying.
My practicing ethos with young people is person-centred but I may also integrate other therapies such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing or more creative approaches to help them to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe and supporting environment.
I can provide open-ended, short term or longer term therapy depending on individual requirements.
I work using an integrated model of counselling. I often use relational/psychodynamic concepts within my work but I'm also influenced by the values of humanistic/person-centred approaches. I can also offer cognitive-behavioural based interventions if appropriate. I aim to establish a safe, creative environment in which we can work therapeutically.
My approach does not just focus on the problem but can also help you to realise unused resources. I may use various techniques including mindfulness based relaxation and trauma-based body awareness to help you with coping strategies.
I am a qualified EMDR therapist and can provide therapeutic support in areas such as complex trauma (CPTSD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), attachment-related issues, depression, anxiety, self-harm, phobia's (including needle phobia), Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD), pain management and grief.
Fees: £70 per session
I can provide supervision to experienced or trainee Integrative or Person-Centred Psychotherapists working with both adults and young people (15yrs+). Fees: please contact for further details.
I am able to offer full day or half day training in specialist areas such as:
Self Injury
Suicide
Self-Esteem
Complex Trauma
I have delivered training for the following organisations: Mind Charity, The Apple Tree Centre (Sheffield) and Rotherham Abuse Counselling Service.