Counselling in SW10

I am a Counselling Psychologist offering therapy to individuals from a diverse range of cultural and religious backgrounds. I am guided by the principle that the therapeutic relationship and connection between client and therapist is the most important ingredient for successful therapeutic work. I aim to facilitate a real and honest engagement with my clients by offering a non-judgemental and safe therapeutic space. I have experience supporting individuals with a range of difficulties including existential questions, low mood, anxiety, stress, relationship and sexual difficulties.

Graduated from Warwick University with a Person Centred degree. I have been working as a counsellor for almost 13 years. I work with clients of all ages for a varied range of issues and have been contracted by Forward Thinking Birmingham at Open Door for almost 11 years. I have worked all over Birmingham in many schools visiting clients. I am currently working weekly at King Edwards High School and at Heartlands Academy. I also work with clients referred to me by Women’s Aid. Using the person centred approach helps my clients feel accepted and heard no matter what issue they bring. I offer a safe place to talk enabling clarity.

I am an integrative therapist and coach with many years of experience supporting people to overcome life's obstacles and difficulties. I understand the enormous amount of courage it takes to reach out and start counselling especially when you are experiencing a challenging time, although, you don't have to be in a crisis to benefit from therapy but it's ok if you are. People can come for therapy for a variety of reasons. Sometimes we just talk and process what is happening in our lives in a safe space with the acknowledgement that we will be heard and not judged

Welcome to a supportive space where counseling transforms challenges into opportunities for growth. I specialize in helping individuals navigate a variety of issues, offering a unique and inclusive approach tailored to each client.

People may come for therapy because of specific issues such as recent or past trauma, loss, relationship difficulties or for support with making life changes. But often, we don't know why we feel bad about ourselves or our lives - we may simply know we're depressed, anxious, stuck or frustrated. Therapy can provide a safe, non-judgemental space in which to figure out where we are in our lives, and what we need next. For some, this may be a short course of counselling, for others a longer term psychotherapy and yet others may find they need something other than therapy: my job is to support you in making your own decision.

I can help with: abuse, anxiety, bereavement, cultural issues, depression, loss, post-traumatic stress, relationships (couples), trauma, low mood, sense of self, self-esteem and confidence. Also, developing resilience and the capacity to be with unbearable feelings; personal growth and transformation; healing from trauma and emotional hurts; overcoming stress, burnout; anxiety; overcoming negative life patterns that are holding you back, developing healthy boundaries; stopping the intergenerational transmission of negative emotional patterns, combating negative relationship dynamics; connecting more deeply with your inner self, etc.

At times life can be overwhelming: loneliness, divorce, grief, parenting or work challenges... Even natural transitions can throw us off. Coping with difficult feelings alone can be daunting. I provide a safe, confidential space, in which to identify and work through what is troubling you. You can expect to explore unresolved issues, bringing greater understanding of yourself and your patterns of relating. I am interested in the roles you take within families, couples and work. Prior to re-training, I had a career in law and finance, so am familiar with high-pressure environments, stress and the search for a healthy life-balance.

All Together Autism (Adults) provides tailored, therapeutic assessment or autism for adults which considers the needs of the whole family or network. We know that our clients often face long periods of uncertainty before they are able to contact with a service. Every client that we work with is supported through their journey. While we can provide a suite of gold standard assessments and guidance on any diagnosis, our aim is to ensure that you have the information, guidance and support that you need.

Experiencing difficult emotions in face of life challenges or crisis are often considered as “problems” that make us feel vulnerable, powerless or shameful. Although these "problems" are often natural human experiences, we sometimes struggle with the critical inner voice and have little compassion towards self. Psychotherapy is neither a quick fix of your psychological wounds nor a direct path to happiness. It's a process where you can start connecting with yourself and make sense of your own narrative in a safe and respectful space. The process of relating to a genuine human being itself could be the start of your healing journey.

Thank you for visiting these pages. Psychotherapy offers a confidential, judgment-free space, in which you and your therapist will be able to think together about the issues that are troubling you. You will be encouraged to explore freely your experiences, thoughts and emotions, in order to arrive at a renewed sense of understanding, self-appreciation and self- compassion. I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist with a background in culture, arts and economics.

Life is hard and full of unsuspected challenges. Often the more we journey toward where we want to go, the bumpier the road gets. The impact of past experiences, present stressors, and worries about the future threaten to keep us stuck in an unhelpful loop. We repeat old, conditioned patterns and behaviours simply because we're on autopilot and maybe haven't had the space to reflect. By increasing our awareness, bringing our attention to the present, detaching from old stories, and focusing on what's helpful we make meaningful choices.

Beginning therapy can be difficult, that’s why I believe in creating a bespoke experience for all my clients to ensure their needs are met within my therapeutic limits. Perhaps you have reached a point where continuing without help has proven to be impossible and affecting your relationship - not only with others but yourself too. Then it’s time to work on gently, compassionately healing those parts that are no longer serving you. If you have experienced: childhood adversity, identity difficulties, migrations and cultural challenges, relationships blocks, then this might be the approach for you.

Are trauma experiences getting in the way of living a life in line with your goals, beliefs, values, and desires? Does anxiety stop you from doing the things you want to do? Do flashbacks get in the way of functioning at home, work, or school? Have you been diagnosed with a health condition and you’re finding it difficult to adapt? Therapy helps you understand the cause of your symptoms and how to break the cycle. You will learn skills to help you manage these symptoms so that you can achieve other things in your life that are important to you. These might be working, having a family, or simply living trauma-response free.

These are tough times for coupledom. The modern companionate model of marriage is based on the idea that each partner look to the other to supply all their needs, and this new type of partnership has to last longer than ever before. Not surprisingly, perhaps, many long-term relationships flounder under the weight of such high expectations and when this happens couples feel bitter and blame each-other.

I am originally from the USA, where I have experience working with adults, families, and groups in inpatient and outpatient settings. My passions lie in working with people impacted by trauma, attachment disorders, relational distress, addiction, low mood, anxiety, and general unhappiness. I often work alongside my clients to figure out why they feel the way they do and identify their needs based on what we discover. I use modalities like CBT, DBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and EMDR to understand and heal underlying causes of external problems.

My online therapy helps people suffering with low mood, depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, lack of confidence, anger and loss, gain regulation, control and peace within their lives. Alongside my private practice, I have been working for MIND, and a world leading heath care provider for the NHS since 2021, as an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Psychotherapist - providing short and long-term therapy to a multitude of diverse clients. In my experience, a change of mindset can be noticed after 6 weeks of therapy. No size fits all, which is why I integrate with several approaches to therapy, depending on the client’s need.

Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety or depression, or you may have gone through a life event that has set you adrift. You may be in pain or you may be curious to look deeper within yourself and work out the jigsaw that is “you”. I believe that loss is central to many of our issues. It can be loss in the most extreme way through bereavement but it may also be loss in a more general way : the loss of our identity or purpose. I help my clients to adjust to change - indeed to see change as inevitable and to embrace the growth opportunities it presents.

I work with people who want to take time to understand themselves and build skills that will support them for a lifetime. In therapy sessions, we’ll work together to understand current problems and how they came about, and find useful tools you can use long-term to solve them. I specialize in anxiety/worry, low mood, self-esteem, relationship issues, OCD, emotional dysregulation, and recovering from trauma. I love helping clients discover how their emotions work and build confidence in themselves and their relationships, to create more fulfilling and balanced lives.

I am passionate about working with parents as I know how challenging and under-supported parenting is! Perhaps you are struggling to manage your child's difficult behaviour and emotions? Or maybe you are feeling confused by times when your reaction to your child seems disproportionate and out of your control? Perhaps you would like to find more closeness and connection with your child and enjoy parenting more? Maybe you would like to explore the best ways to support your child with their emotions and behaviour in a way that builds their current and future mental health and resilience?