I offer psychodynamic counselling, providing a gentle and thoughtful space to explore past experiences, unconscious ways of being, and relationship patterns that may be influencing your present life. Working with sensitivity and compassion, I support clients in developing greater self-awareness and insight, enabling them to make more conscious choices and find new ways forward. I work at a pace that feels right for you, offering a safe, respectful and empathic therapeutic relationship where you can begin to speak openly and feel truly heard.
Before training as a therapist, I worked as a professional musician and teacher, experiences that deepened my understanding of creativity, discipline and communication. Alongside this, my background in mentoring and management across education, the arts and business sectors has shaped my openness, curiosity and appreciation for learning and expression. Having lived overseas and worked across a range of environments, I have developed a strong awareness of different cultures, identities and ways of being. These experiences help me relate to clients from diverse backgrounds and support them with sensitivity, respect and genuine interest in their individual journeys.
I believe deeply in each person’s innate capacity for growth, creativity and change. Being attuned to how personal history, identity and relationships shape emotional life, I work collaboratively with clients to explore both challenges and strengths. With the opportunity to explore together what has brought you to counselling, many clients find they begin to feel lighter and less burdened, with a deeper sense of connection to themselves and others.
Alongside my private practice in St Albans, I work in the charitable sector, providing both short- and long-term therapy through employer-assisted programmes and self-referral. I work with teenagers through to people later in life and offer counselling face-to-face, online and by telephone. I support clients with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, bereavement and relationship issues.
You are very welcome to get in touch to explore what support might be helpful for you. I offer a free initial 15-minute call, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions and get a sense of how we might work together before deciding whether to arrange a first session, when it feels right for you.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in line with their ethical framework. This means you can feel confident that our work together takes place in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment, where you are treated with respect, care, and professionalism at all times.
Training and Qualifications
Training at St Albans Counselling Foundation:
- Advanced Certificate in Psychodynamic Clinical Skills
- Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
- Foundation Certificate in Psychodynamic Counselling
Rates and availability
Tuesday mornings at No.8 and online at other times throughout the week.
Fees
£60 per session