I am a fully qualified, (BSc (Hons), Dip. Counselling, MNCS Accred, MBACP) professionally registered Psychotherapist and counsellor. I am also a Clinical Supervisor and provide Supervision to other therapists in practice (specialising in the TA and integrative approach). I trained at The Northern Guild for Psychotherapy,  which is regarded as one of the best training organisations for psychotherapy and counselling in the UK. I am registered as a data controller with the ICO and I am insured and enhanced DBS checked. 

I am a Humanistic Integrative therapist, which means my "eclectic" style of therapy is adaptable to the individual. The integrative approach views the client as a whole and considers many different therapy styles and approaches to find what works for the individual, and appeals most to their personality and attachment style. I use many techniques but specialise in Transactional Analysis.  I see my clients as people, not jargon and I don't believe in putting a time limit on the therapeutic process. Everyone is different and has different needs.

I am very experienced and have previously worked as a Senior Counsellor at The Sanctuary in Shildon, (www.sanctuary-shildon.org) as well as my own private practice in Bishop Auckland, County Durham. My offices are comfortable, private, spacious, and COVID secure.

With a background in Psychology and a combined experience of over 9 years, along with my own personal lived experience in a number of areas, I can help with a range of presenting issues. I specialise in, but not limited to working with the following:
 

• Anxiety

   

• Depression

   

• Bereavement and loss

   

• Identity

   

• Confidence and self-esteem
   

• Trauma 

   

• Sexual abuse

   

• Anger Management

   

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I offer both weekly and fortnightly face to face therapy sessions, and also Clinical Supervision. I also offer online therapy and supervision sessions via Zoom - Get in touch to find out more. 

 

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