About Me
Hello and thank you for taking the time to find out more about me. I am a Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), a Registered Counsellor with over fourteen years of experience. I split my work between the NHS, my private practice in Hale and Counselling for public sector employees.
An accredited BACP member is your guarantee that I have achieved a high standard of knowledge, experience and development.
My approach
I have been told my style of counselling offers warmth and respect, in a safe place where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without a sense of being judged.
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I am committed to offering everyone I see a warm, positive and productive experience. I use mainly a Person-Centred approach. During our time together, I’ll try to understand your world, life experiences, relationships and difficulties.
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It takes two
Counselling is collaborative, and at its heart there should be a good relationship between us.
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If you have experienced quality counselling, you might have experienced a high level of empathy and connection to your therapist. That’s what I aim for and will build an honest and authentic relationship. By the end, you should feel supported yet also stretched and challenged so you can make progress.
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It is my aim to help every client to find more fulfilment, contentment and peace in their lives. Counselling is not a magic wand, but I have been privileged to watch many clients significantly benefit from counselling sessions after a variety of personal difficulties.
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Find out more about how counselling helps
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Professional bodies
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Registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
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I am bound by the BACP ethical framework.
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Counselling Experience
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National Health Service (NHS)
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Counsellor in Salford Primary Care Psychology Service
Public Service Employees
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Counsellor at Employment Assistance Programme
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Covering: employees from British Army, Greater Manchester Police, Education and the NHS
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Special interest in working with teachers and others who work in education
Qualifications
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Diploma in Counselling - Salford University 2005
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Certificate in Counselling with distinction - Salford University 2003
Post qualification training
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Transactional Analysis 101 - 2018 Salford University
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Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - 2011
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Safeguarding children - Manchester City Council 2009
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Neurological understanding of Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) - Salford University 2007
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CBT approaches to PTSD - Salford University 2007
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Supporting victims of Domestic violence - Victim Support 2007
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