A bit about me...
Experience
In addition to my private practice, I have worked in a variety of different counselling contexts, gaining in-depth experience, knowledge and further training to qualify me to work with a broad range of issues, all ages and genders. This includes working for a bereavement charity where I provided counselling support to bereaved adults, as well as other issues associated with loss, such as delayed/complex grief, loneliness, family breakdown, financial impact and further losses such as home/security.
I spent several years working as a counsellor in a young persons organisation, supporting young people for a wide range of issues such as stress, bullying; low self-esteem/confidence; childhood sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; self-harm; identity; suicidal ideation; phobia's and much more.
In addition to my private practice, I have worked in a variety of different counselling contexts, gaining in-depth experience, knowledge and further training to qualify me to work with a broad range of issues, all ages and genders. This includes working for a bereavement charity where I provided counselling support to bereaved adults, as well as other issues associated with loss, such as delayed/complex grief, loneliness, family breakdown, financial impact and further losses such as home/security.
I spent several years working as a counsellor in a young persons organisation, supporting young people for a wide range of issues such as stress, bullying; low self-esteem/confidence; childhood sexual abuse; anxiety; depression; self-harm; identity; suicidal ideation; phobia's and much more.
I had the privilege of working for a Cancer charity, providing short and long term support to adults whose lives have been affected by a diagnosis of Cancer. And finally, I worked for an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) as a Helpline Counsellor, providing emotional and counselling support for a wide range of issues both in and out of the workplace, including mental health issues; suicidal ideation; bullying and harassment, addictions and sexual assault.
Qualifications
Further Training
Additional Information
I am committed to continuing my ongoing professional development and regularly seek out training opportunities to develop and grow as a practitioner. As well as learning through courses, I believe I learn from every client I am privileged enough to work with.
Counselling is offered in Eastleigh (SO50), near Otterbourne (SO21) and also in central Chandlers Ford, Hampshire (SO53), near to Southampton, Winchester and Romsey surrounding areas.
Qualifications
- BA (Hons) Humanistic & Integrative Counselling (First Class)
- Higher Ed. Diploma (DipHE) Humanistic Gestalt Counselling (Distinction)
- ABC Diploma (Level 3) Counselling Skills
- Certificate in Basic Counselling Skills
Further Training
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Dilemma's
- Expanding Vision and Practice
- Working Safely to Safeguard Vulnerable Adults
- Working Smart with Social Media
- Suicide Prevention and Awareness
- PREVENT Training
- Safeguarding Children and Young People
- Identifying, Managing and Reducing Risk
- Substance Misuse
- Managing Anxiety
- Attachment
- Suicide and Loss of a Child
- Stress Management
- Emotions
Additional Information
- I am a registered member of the BACP and my profile can here: http://www.bacpregister.org.uk/check_register/result_details.php?personid=1517122
- My work is regularly supervised in accordance with BACP guidelines
- I am DBS (enhanced) checked and fully Insured.
I am committed to continuing my ongoing professional development and regularly seek out training opportunities to develop and grow as a practitioner. As well as learning through courses, I believe I learn from every client I am privileged enough to work with.
Counselling is offered in Eastleigh (SO50), near Otterbourne (SO21) and also in central Chandlers Ford, Hampshire (SO53), near to Southampton, Winchester and Romsey surrounding areas.