Counselling in Clapham, London

I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties, and I love working with children, teens, families and couples. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting you to be the author of your own life. I further believe the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity and collaboration that feels safe and supportive. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviours, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and end-of-life/ terminal diagnosis related challenges.

I am a humanistic counsellor with an interest in people and what makes us individually unique. I work with what you want to explore, looking at what is happening now and how the past may be impacting this.

I am a UKCP accredited integrative psychotherapist. I have a particular interest in trauma and the mind-body relationship, including the psychological impact of health problems and the physical manifestations of emotional distress. Many of us have times in our lives when things feel broken and painful. In those times we may seek support. I have over fifteen years of experience working with victims of abuse and trauma and also in palliative care. I am a clinical associate at Domestic Violence Training Ltd and a member of Cancer Counselling London. I am also a certified Iyengar yoga teacher and a registered nurse.

Whether due to recent events or past ones, many people struggle with grief, loss, food and body, and traumatic experiences, leaving them feeling stuck, overwhelmed and needing support. My professional expertise is in working with clients struggling with trauma and PTSD; struggling with eating disorders, body image and identity; child and adult bereavement; clients undergoing cancer treatment; end of life care; and carers. This breadth of experience has informed my understanding of the universality of inner conflict and distress, and how the tools of self-exploration and insight are essential to effect change in the here-and-now.

I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in physical health conditions. If you are finding aspects of life challenging due to living with a health condition or you are supporting a loved one living with a health condition, I may be able to support you. Starting therapy can feel rather daunting. This is why I offer a warm and compassionate approach in working with your difficulties together. I offer brief and targeted therapy focused on developing coping skills to enable you to live a meaningful life alongside the health condition. I can also support you with your wellbeing if you do not live with a health condition.

Dealing with a loss, major change in your life or a new diagnosis? Feeling overwhelmed by trauma from your past or by a current relationship? Experiencing family difficulties and or realising your values are different from the ones you grew up with? At some points in our lives we all need extra support and this is nothing to feel ashamed of, in fact asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do. I offer an empathic, non-judgmental approach and warmth in our journey together. This will enable you to explore the sometimes painful feelings, past experiences and stuck patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back.

I work with adults, children and young people of all races, genders, sexualities, abilities, etc. I have worked in both the public and private sectors. In the public sector I have worked with people with cancer at MacMillan, with women with complex trauma at Swan Women’s Centre, and with children with anxiety (neurodivergent and neurotypical) in a primary school at Place2Be. I also have over seven years' experience of therapeutic coaching with people who are neurodivergent to accept themselves as worthy despite the internalised messages of unworthiness coming from an ableist society (in the UK, at least).

I work relationally with the clients I see, aiming to build a shared understanding of their difficulties. Using integrative techniques (including evidence based psychodynamic, existential, humanistic & cognitive behavioural modalities) I focus on encouraging individuals/couples to identify their existing challenges, build an understanding of themselves & their situation, & reflect on why they may feel the way they do. Through this process it is possible to build long term resilience & a more robust sense of self, having identified patterns of relating to others. This includes developing skills & techniques for coping in the future.

I specialize in three deeply challenging aspects of the human experience: trauma, critical illness and end-of-life. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where clients who face their darkest hours can explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours. My experience covers a wide spectrum of traumatic experiences, PTSD, grief and loss, critical illness, palliative palliative care and complex bereavement. I love supporting clients on their unique journey towards self-discovery and well-being. I know from experience, that everyone has the capacity for healing and recovery and it is never too late for a positive transformation.

As an integrative practitioner, I am engaging, insightful, curious, respectful, and able to design an individualised treatment that suits your needs. I practice CBT, EMDR, DBT, psychodynamic and integrative therapy. My 12-year clinical experience includes both the private mental health and the NHS, working both in individual and couples therapy. Previously, I had an executive corporate career at Microsoft UK and an MBA from INSEAD. I specialise in working with a spectrum of psychological issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, PTSD, low mood, low self-esteem, addiction, burnout, divorce and relationship issues.

I approach my work with sincere care, empathy and without judgement. My goal is to empower clients to overcome challenges, gain insight and lead happier, more fulfilling lives. I assist my clients by providing a safe space for self-exploration, facilitating personal growth and developing coping strategies. My approach to couples work focuses on resolving conflicts, rebuilding trust and creating a harmonious partnership. In my clinical practice, I include debt management counselling as a valuable service for clients. My passion is to assist you in a warm, nurturing environment as you address challenging and distressing issues.

I believe that every client is unique, so I like to tailor the sessions to you and your needs. I know how dauting it can be to trust and open up to a new person, therefore I offer a warm, confidential and safe space where you can unpack your thoughts and issues, encouraging you to gain a better understanding of your inner thoughts and concerns without the fear of being judged. Sometimes, but not always, we might look at the past and see how it has impacted and influenced your present. I believe that with the right support everyone has the ability to move towards the best version of themselves.

We work with a wide range of conditions, from common psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, to more complex health conditions such as brain injury. We see individuals, couples and families. We offer: Couple therapy, Family therapy; Neuropsychology assessment & treatment including cognitive rehabilitation; EMDR, Expert witness work; consultation (with staff teams working with challenging behaviour); ADHD assessments, Neurodevelopmental disorder and Mental capacity assessments

I provide integrative holistic Play and Creative Arts Therapy as a method of helping children and young people with behavior and emotional difficulties. I offer tailored individual and group sessions for children and young adults with additional needs, and those that have challenges in accessing learning and meeting their full potential due to school or life difficulties, emotional, behavior and wellbeing issues. I use creative mediums such as art, drama, music, sand play, story telling and many other channels to understand a child/ young person’s world and help them deal with social/emotional challenges.

I work with genuine care, empathy and am non- judgemental. I am very passionate about helping and offer a warm and nurturing space for you to explore your presenting issues which you may be finding challenging and distressing.

I'm a UK-based American therapist focused on supporting your unique needs with a unique approach. I think that you and I are both imperfect humans working together to gain understanding of your experience. I facilitate this exploration through compassionate curiosity and open exploration of emotions. I firmly believe you know yourself best; I’m just here to support. Whatever you feel like you need support with, I'm here to work alongside you with compassion and empathy (and sometimes a little silliness). I offer flexible scheduling online for people who travel regularly, or have difficult schedules.

SERVICES I PROVIDE: Like all forms of therapy, integrative therapy requires that you are open to exploring your fears, your hopes, your life, what is causing you challenges, and what you hope for your future. But if you like the idea of a therapy which is a bit more bespoke and less rigid than other forms, then integrative therapy might indeed be for you. Would you like to try this type of therapy?

Are you struggling with feelings such as shock, guilt, regret, or anger? Stuck in emotional pain and it is affecting what you do or can't do? Not coping well with changes that are making your life unmanageable? Loss and grief is such a personal, unique experience that needs to be processed to mine the meaning of the relationship for you. Working with me, a highly experienced bereavement specialist, can give you the confidence in making the pathway to healing smoother. With support and guidance, it is possible to respond in different ways to our wounding experiences. And maybe even learn to cope well with future losses, too.

I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach & placement Supervisor working towards Certification www.counsellingsupervisors.co.uk - Counselling Supervisor, I offer a safe non-judgemental and confidential space for you to freely explore your situation and understand it better. We can work together to understand your past ,see were you want to be in your life and explore the best way of getting there.My passion is to help people fulfil their potential and to help them through the difficult times.