ABOUT ME
Guiding You Towards Healing and Growth
Compassionate, Experienced, and Accredited Care
- Experience
I am a BACP Accredited Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 20 years experience. I am also a Clinical Supervisor and Trainer.
My approach covers a broad spectrum of areas and issues with a deep respect for culture and diversity and is very much tailored to individual client needs.
I have extensive experience in working with children and young people, as well as adults and families. I have worked in both the voluntary sector and private practice as well as in schools, GP Surgeries and numerous other settings.
My work is Accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am fully committed to promoting the highest professional standards
Insured and Professionally Accredited
Committed to Professional Excellence
My work is fully insured.
As an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I adhere to and practise in accordance with, the BACP Code of Ethics.
The BACP is the body responsible for the professional conduct of counsellors in the UK.
I am a registered Data Controller and Data Processor and abide by the regulations imposed by such procedures. My registration number is: ZB 216122. All client information is stored in line with the current BACP Ethical Framework and in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
I am qualified in online and telephone counselling.
I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor.
As an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I adhere to and practise in accordance with, the BACP Code of Ethics.
The BACP is the body responsible for the professional conduct of counsellors in the UK.
I am a registered Data Controller and Data Processor and abide by the regulations imposed by such procedures. My registration number is: ZB 216122. All client information is stored in line with the current BACP Ethical Framework and in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
I am qualified in online and telephone counselling.
I am a qualified Clinical Supervisor.
Therapy
Adults
It is not always easy to make the decision to come to therapy. Recognising that you need help is an important first step.
You may be struggling to cope with a moment in time or have deeper concerns about feeling stuck and limited by the repetition of familiar patterns and behaviours.
You may not even know what it is that is troubling you. You may feel that you are not getting the most out of life.
I work in a relational way. I believe that humans are shaped by the success and failure of our relationships and that a sense of self and wellbeing is created and determined within this context.
The therapeutic relationship is critically important. My work pays attention to this, using what happens between us to inform our understanding about how you interact with the world outside the therapy room. Therapy is a collaborative partnership that offers a steady, warm and containing presence, facilitating growth and helping to optimise your inner strengths.
Children/ Adolescents
Children and young people frequently experience emotional difficulties which impact their overall well-being and confidence. Your child may be experiencing a number of issues including withdrawal and social isolation. They may experience difficulties at school or with friends, leading to real unhappiness. These experiences often impact the family as a whole.
Therapy can help young people to navigate these challenges in a supportive and empathetic environment. Articulating deeply held feelings coupled with practical tools provides young people with a springboard for good mental health, helping them to feel happier, more in control and confident overall.
Involving parents/carers in this process is fundamental to its success. Learning how to best support a young person throughout their counselling journey is key to moving forward positively. An initial assessment with parents/carers will assess and better understand the help and support required.
Regular review sessions as the therapy progresses is recommended.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Initial Contact
- Assessment
- Contract
Initial Contact
Once you’ve made contact, we will arrange a time to introduce ourselves and to understand why you are initially seeking support. I will explain how I work, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have in relation to the therapy process, my experience and qualifications. It will also be an opportunity to think about what type of therapy you might like i.e, face to face, online, telephone or other. There are a number of possibilities.
Assessment
This includes personal details and a comprehensive assessment of what will be the best way to help and support you to reach your required goals. It’s really important that you have had a good opportunity to begin to tell your story at this stage and to feel the opportunity to seeing a way forward.
Contract
We will discuss together and agree on a counselling contract, giving you a full understanding of how I provide my service and what you can expect.
I will email you a copy of this agreement for your approval and signature.
LINKS
LOCATION
Aashna, 1 Castle Mews,
Castle Road, N12 9EH