About me
I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC). I trained as a psychologist later in life, in my early 30s, previously working as a genetic researcher and later in medical communications. During this time, when I was in my 20s, I sought my own psychological therapy for experiences of anxiety and panic. My therapy had a significant impact on me and sparked a desire in me to better understand what causes emotional distress and how we can heal from this pain. I therefore at this point decided to change careers to become a psychologist.
In addition to my private practice, I have worked in various NHS roles, an addiction service as well as low-cost counselling services. I have a particular interest in inter-personal and societal trauma and their effects on us, including somatic issues, relational difficulties, emotional regulation, addiction and voice-hearing.
Training and education
Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (PsychD),
University of RoehamptonCounselling Skills Level 2, NCFE
Psychology (MSc), University of Essex
Biochemistry (DPhil), University of Oxford
Genome Science (BSc), University of Portsmouth