How I Work:

Beginning therapy can feel like a significant step. You may be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain about yourself or your relationships, or simply aware that something doesn’t feel quite right. You don’t need to have clear answers before starting — therapy can be a place to explore these experiences at your own pace, within a safe and supportive space.

My core way of working is psychodynamic, which means I am interested in understanding how your past experiences, relationships and emotional world may be influencing how you feel and relate in the present. We explore thoughts, feelings and patterns together, with curiosity rather than judgement. Through collaboration and at a pace set by you; we work together to increase self-understanding, emotional awareness and the possibility for change. My style is warm, professional and non-judgmental as well as active and collaborative. I aim to sensitively and appropriately challenge my clients in an empathetic way to provide new insights and perspectives.

Alongside my core psychodynamic background I have also trained to offer CBT (with heart!). Clients may come for CBT only, or I can offer this alongside Psychotherapy as tool to support the work of recovering, acceptance and change.

Throughout my career I have worked with a wide range of clients. Over time I have developed particular experience working with neurodivergent clients as well as those from the LGBTQ+ community. I have also worked significantly with young adults (16+).

Time and again the therapeutic relationship is consistently identified as one of the most important factors in therapy outcomes and therefor the therapeutic relationship itself is central to the therapy I offer. This incorporates a consistent, reliable and confidential space where you can speak freely and feel supported in exploring whatever feels important to you.

What to Expect from Therapy

In the early sessions, we will begin by getting to know one another and exploring what has led you to seek therapy at this time. You may have clear goals or just know that you need support — both are welcome.

There is no expectation to talk about anything before you feel ready. Therapy unfolds over time, and part of the process is noticing patterns, feelings and thoughts as they emerge, both within and outside of sessions. Together, we reflect on these experiences to support greater understanding and emotional resilience.

Sessions take place at a regular, agreed time and last 50 minutes. I offer both in-person and online sessions, and we will discuss practical arrangements, boundaries and confidentiality at the outset.

Am I the Right Therapist for you?

Psychodynamic therapy may be helpful if you are interested in developing a deeper understanding of yourself, your emotions and your relationships, and are open to reflection and exploration. It can be particularly supportive if you find yourself feeling stuck, repeating patterns, or struggling to understand why certain experiences feel especially difficult.

CBT therapy (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), can be helpful in providing practical tools to help break thoughts/feelings/behaviours that feel stuck.

Finding the right therapist is an important part of the process. I welcome any questions you may have and encourage you to get in touch if you would like to explore whether this way of working feels right for you.