MY APPROACH
What therapy approaches do I use?
I’m trained to work with several therapeutic models and I try to adopt a therapy that best suits the needs of the individual. I primarily work using an integrative Counselling Psychology approach or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I recognise the value of evidence-based practice.
Counselling Psychology
Counselling Psychology draws on elements from several approaches. I incorporate aspects from relationship-focused approaches useful for managing emotional distress associated with relationship difficulties (e.g. family, partner, colleagues). I integrate elements from schema, compassion-focused, systemic, mindfulness or existential approaches if suitable. I promote empowerment and finding ways of living where you can be more ‘true’ to yourself. I find an integrative approach provides the flexibility to reflectively respond to what are often complex client needs.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT assumes that the way you think about situations influences how you feel and behave. Early life experiences can contribute to forming unhelpful negative beliefs and skewed assumptions about yourself and others which then fuels negative thinking in the present day. CBT aims to challenge negative thinking, beliefs and patterns of behaviours to bring about change, and new skills to more effectively manage your emotions.
What am I offering?
Currently I’m offering sessions to individual adults and couples. I provide in-person, online sessions via video link (e.g. Skype, Zoom etc) or telephone sessions. I offer short-term or more open-ended options depending on what we agree would be most helpful. I work Monday to Friday. Daytime and evening appointment options.