About me
You can be reassured that you are in safe hands.
I have undertaken a comprehensive professional training with one of the most reputable institutions in the UK. I work in accordance with a rigorous code of professional and ethical standards.
Professional Training
I have undertaken a classical training as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist (7 years) and although this is my principal way of working, I also have a broad awareness of many other types of therapy including Attachment Theory, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Humanistic therapies (Transactional Analysis, Existential, Person-Centred).
Professional Qualifications
Clinical Qualification in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
(Licensed to Practice Once-Weekly, WPF Therapy)
MA in Psychodynamic Theory and Practice
(University of Roehampton)
Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling
APT Level 2 Accreditation CBT Essentials
Coaching for Counsellors
Diploma in Counselling Skills
Certificate in Counselling Skills
Enhanced DBS
(Working with vulnerable adults)
Teaching Post
I teach trainee counsellors at Clinical Diploma level on a BACP-accredited Psychodynamic Counselling course.
Professional Registrations
Registered Member MBACP (Accred) 375570, UKCP 2011170874, FPC 35882669
I adhere to the BACP, UKCP and FPC codes of ethical conduct and good practice including requirements for regular Clinical Supervision and Continuous Professional Development.
I am a member of the BACP Private Practice, Coaching and Workplace Divisions.
Other Qualifications and Experience
MBA (Cranfield)
Institute of Linguists Final Diploma in French
In my first career I have worked for 40 years in a service industry environment at all levels from the shop floor to senior executive roles, so I am familiar with the pressures of a modern workplace. I have also worked for many years as an industry mentor and coach and have contributed to management and leadership development programmes.