Qualifications
My Qualifications & Further Training
- Postgraduate Certificate in Psychological Trauma (Ongoing)
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Forensic Psychology
- Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling Studies
- Diploma in Domestic Abuse & Violence Awareness
- Certificate in Suicide Prevention
- Certificate in Bipolar Awareness
- Certificiate in Professional Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Counselling
- Certificate in Trauma Awareness
- Certificate in Professional Addiction Counselling
- Certificate in Grief & Bereavement Counselling
- Mental Health First Aid Training
Experience
Employment
Previously, alongside counselling I worked with victims of domestic and sexual violence, advocating on their behalf and ensuring they had access to specialist support services as needed. I decided to give this up in 2024 following the birth of my first child.
I have worked in supported living schemes with adults diagnosed with learning difficulties and who present with challenging behaviour.
I have also worked within the criminal justice system providing support to people at risk of suicide & self-harm.
Counselling
I currently own and operate my own counselling practice. Additionally, I work alongside Employee Assistance Programmes providing counselling to their workforces. I am also a registered Provider with Bupa.
I completed my counselling placement through an agency which provided support to the local community and have worked with a wide range of concerns.
I am also experienced in facilitating and delivering group work.
Professional Membership
Professional Membership
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). I practice within the Ethical Framework provided by the BACP, which demonstrates my commitment to working both safely and professionally.
I adhere to their ethical principles of:
- Being trustworthy: honouring the trust placed in the practitioner
- Autonomy: respect for the client's right to be self-governing
- Beneficence: a commitment to promoting the client's wellbeing
- Non-maleficence: a commitment to avoiding harm to the client
- Justice: the fair and impartial treatment of all clients and the provision of adequate services
- Self-respect: fostering the practitioner's self-knowledge, integrity and care for self.
I attend monthly supervision in line with BACP requirements to ensure my practice remains safe, ethical and professional at all times.
Professional Membership
Additional Professional Membership
I am an Accredited Professional Registrant of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). This means I have met the standard requirements for registration on the NCPS register, and have additionally demonstrated a substantial level of professional development beyond my initial training, signifying a higher level of competence in practice.
I adhere to their ethical principles of:
- Working towards the good of clients and doing no harm (Beneficence and Non-maleficence)
- Being trustworthy and responsible (Fidelity)
- Respect for the dignity and rights of the client (Autonomy)
- Justice
- Integrity and self-responsibility
Private Health Insurance
I am registered to provide sessions through:
