Approach and background

I work with people who may be experiencing difficulty with a range of issues, including anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), worry/generalised anxiety, health anxiety, panic), trauma, psychosis spectrum experiences (e.g. voices, paranoia or unusual beliefs), sleep, perfectionism and low self-esteem.

Therapy usually begins with understanding how these difficulties may have developed, before working on what may be maintaining them, supporting you to make changes in line with your goals.

I am primarily trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but also work integratively depending on each person’s unique needs e.g. drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). I am also interested in attachment theory and how our early relationships may inform how we relate to ourselves, the world and other people. I can provide high quality therapy for the difficulties listed.

I understand that starting therapy and making changes can be daunting. I will aim to support you to get the most out of therapy while ensuring you retain a sense of control, working collaboratively throughout, and providing you with a safe space to express yourself. I am professional in my approach, but ultimately aim to relate to people as human beings- bringing compassion, respect and a sense of humour to the therapeutic relationship.