I provide a non-judgemental, welcoming and confidential space for you to explore the challenges and issues in your life and to work together towards the changes you want to see happen. Empathy, understanding and building a trusting therapeutic relationship is integral to how I work.
My approach to therapy focuses on resolving the root cause of presenting problems. In individual therapy, I use attachment-informed EMDR and DBR therapy as my main therapeutic approaches for a variety of presenting problems because I find it to be the quickest and most effective approach to reduce distressing symptoms and restore a state of wellness. I integrate faith based therapy (if requested) and IFS therapy / parts-work with EMDR therapy.
I specialise in neuroscience-informed therapies, EMDR and DBR. These are powerful and effective therapies for rewiring and healing unhelpful patterns rooted in the past that continue to impact on your life in the present. To read more about EMDR, please visit the EMDR page. To read more about DBR, please visit the DBR page.
For client testimonials please visit this page.
What to expect from therapy
First steps
Initially I provide a free 15 minute telephone consultation to discuss the issues that have led you to seek therapy, your therapy goals, and we would determine whether we could work together.
After the initial phone conversation, there is no obligation to work together.
Initial assessment
I start by offering an initial assessment that usually lasts for 50 minutes. The second session may also be an assessment if you have a history of trauma or there is complexity to the problem. Alternatively, I offer extended assessment sessions of 90 minutes where there is a history of trauma or complexity to the problem.
During our initial assessment, we will discuss together the main difficulties that you are seeking help with, your goals for therapy, and agree a therapy plan that best suits your needs. I would ask relevant information about your current situation, family / life history and anything else that you want to tell me about.
This is an opportunity for us to begin to get to know each other and for us to decide whether we are a good fit. It is important that you feel comfortable and safe.
Ongoing sessions
We would meet weekly for 50 minutes (unless otherwise agreed) at the same time and same day of the week.
Usually we would start with 6 sessions and then review. I like to hold regular reviews of the therapy every 6 sessions or so to discuss in more detail how we are working together and if therapy is meeting your needs.
Generally, clients attend for 12-20 weekly sessions, but contracts can be shorter or longer depending on your needs. Ending therapy would also be a collaborative process, depending on your ideas and my clinical judgement.
The number of sessions needed will vary from person to person depending on what you want to work on, your history, needs, severity and duration of symptoms. A single-incident trauma may be resolved in 8-12 (90 minute) sessions; multiple complex trauma and childhood trauma will usually take longer than this.
I also offer intensive EMDR therapy with increased length and frequency of appointments, and intensive DBR therapy with increased frequency of appointments, which can help you achieve your goals more quickly.
Working hours
- Mondays: 10am – 1pm
- Tuesdays: 10am – 1:30pm
- Wednesdays: 10am – 7pm
- Thursdays: 12pm – 7pm
- Fridays: 9am – 7pm
- Saturdays: 9am – 1pm
- Sundays: 10am – 7pm
For intensive EMDR or DBR therapy please enquire.
Sessions are by appointment only. I do not hold a waiting list and do not offer crisis services.
I work exclusively online. Therapy including EMDR is delivered via an encrypted secure online EMDR platform called Bilateral Base (you do not need to download the app).
If you have any questions about how I work, or would like to discuss working together, do get in touch.
Confidentiality Statement & Safety
- Please note I am not able to offer a crisis or emergency service. Please contact your GP, local Accident and Emergency department or call emergency services (999) to access urgent support if you do not feel able to keep yourself or your child safe.
- Other places to access support:
- Samaritans offer a free 24-hour, 365 day a year confidential listening service. Their number is 116 123.
- Childline is a free confidential 24-hour helpline for young people up to the age of 19. Their number is 0800 11 11.
- All information will be kept securely as per EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and HCPC guidelines.
- I provide a confidential service. The exception is where there is imminent serious harm to oneself or others. In these circumstances I would look to get you more support and try to discuss this with you beforehand where possible. As per conditions stipulated by the HCPC, I am legally bound to disclose confidential information if necessary to prevent an imminent, serious crime or serious harm to other people.