Counselling in Earlsfield, London

I practice under an integrative approach which means I draw from a variety of models and techniques of counselling and psychotherapy to ensure that anyone who comes to see me has the opportunity to be met and understood as a unique individual. I provide a safe, contained and confidential space, where you can explore your unique issues, providing a non-judgemental and supportive space for you to work at your own pace. The principal goal in therapy is to assist in the learning of trusting in your own process, which gives way to self-empowerment and the ability to make choices from a deeper part of yourself.

My focus is clients who see themselves as Carers, to another person, people or group - whose quality of daily life is in part or whole, is largely dependent on the care provided. My clients have lost the ability to see themselves as separate from their caring, or to put their own needs first. Life has has become blurred-like trying to see in a fogged-up mirror. Often clients want to 'just' unburden, tentatively trying out the novel feeling of hearing their own voice, exhausted, angry, overlooked and ironically, not well cared for themselves, very often managing their own

I work with clients to help them achieve their goals, working collaboratively with them to overcome, manage or move on from difficulties in their lives. I believe in supporting clients to realise and develop their skills in managing difficulties and living the life they are seeking.

Are you having more bad days than good? Feeling fed-up, depressed, anxious or grieving and having trouble ‘to shake’ those difficult feelings? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or having trouble with your relationships? We can feel we ‘should’ be able to cope which can be make our differcult feelings more tough and feel very isolating for you too. I know how daunting it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with someone. Before becoming a therapist, I felt the same. Together can create a create a sanctuary, a place where you can ‘come as you are’ and share what is you are experiencing. A time and space, just for you

I work alongside and support individuals who are currently experiencing distress and want to explore their thoughts, feelings and relationships in the context of their experiences. I offer a friendly and warm approach built on the foundations of trust with my clients. I work flexibly, allowing for individual’s busy lives and support individuals who may be experiencing difficulty regulating their emotions, low mood, trauma responses, interpersonal and relational difficulties and other issues.

Thank you for visiting these pages. Psychotherapy offers a confidential, judgment-free space, in which you and your therapist will be able to think together about the issues that are troubling you. You will be encouraged to explore freely your experiences, thoughts and emotions, in order to arrive at a renewed sense of understanding, self-appreciation and self-compassion. I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist with a background in culture, arts and economics.

I am an integrative counsellor which means I believe the past, especially our relationship (or lack of relationship) with our parents/caregivers shapes the person we are today. As your counsellor aim to provide a safe space for us to work through your issues, recognising and changing unhelpful beliefs with a view to helping you towards becoming your best self. I believe like a phoenix we all have the ability to rise from the ashes and it helps to have a counsellor who you feel is really in your corner.

I am an experienced psychotherapist, drawing on a range of psychological and creative theories to try and meet your specific concern and needs. When you engage in psychotherapy or counselling with me, I listen carefully to you, to help you make sense of and gain a deeper insight into your problems. I believe we are all unique and need different things at different times in our lives, and in you setting the pace of our work together. I see psychotherapy as a creative process, facilitating finding new ways of expanding, growing and adapting to present life or circumstances.

Choosing a counsellor is a big step which can feel daunting. How do you find the therapist who will be right for you? If you are new to counselling, the various theoretical approaches listed by therapists can be confusing. Current research shows that more important than the theory is the therapeutic relationship (the relationship between you and me) and this is the cornerstone of my work. My theoretical approach is Integrative, drawing on the Psycho-dynamic, Humanistic and Existential schools within a relational working model which emphasizes the Humanistic philosophy and embraces Person Centered core process.

Are you feeling depressed, anxious, or just not yourself? Maybe recent events or past traumas are making it hard for you to cope. I can support you while you explore your concerns which, in turn, can help you find new ways of dealing with your problems, make different life choices, and find a way forward. I have experience working with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and eating issues. I have a particular interest in work related stress and its impact on mental wellbeing. My approach is relational, so I work with you and at your pace as you explore what you want from life and relationships.

Finding the right person to trust and talk to can feel difficult, but together we can explore your issues, in a safe place where you will be heard fully; and where you will be able to process your thoughts openly without judgement. As a qualified integrative counsellor, I draw upon a person-centred, humanistic and psychodynamic approach. This places my client’s best interest first; to facilitate the safe and trusted exploration of current and past conflicts, trauma and/or struggles affecting you today.

I work particularly with anxiety, depression, trauma and loss; loss of belonging and cultural identity as well as loss through bereavement including childhood bereavement. Influenced by the work of Carl Jung and by the writings of Annie Dillard, John O'Donohue and Richard Rohr among others, I make room for the soulful and the creative in my work. A qualified psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor, I am a member of UK Counsellors and Psychotherapists (UKCP) and registered with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I have Diplomas in Integrative Transpersonal Psychotherapy and Counselling.

I offer individual psychotherapy and couples counselling. Couples counselling involves an assessment of one hour, then eight sessions every two-three weeks that are one and half hours. This short term model is popular and successful. If this interests you, do contact me. Are you feeling a bit stuck, or are you feeling that your life is not quite on the right track? Are you feeling stress in your life? Are there things from your past that you would like to understand, or maybe things in your present that you want to change? I realise that choosing a counsellor is very personal and you need to consider many things.

I help people who are feeling lost, in pain and increasingly unable to cope. I work with people who suffer from debilitating anxiety, depression and trauma and all of the many manifestations these can have in your life such as alcohol and drug abuse, eating disorders and self harm, relationship difficulties, social anxiety, codependency and suicidal thoughts and feelings. Clients I see often, above all else, just want some peace of mind. This often comes alongside self acceptance, healthy relationships with friends and family and a satisfying work life balance.

Perhaps you are wondering, why choose to work with me or what would this look like? We can begin with exploration, an opportunity to share what you are going through. We aim to increase awareness and understanding, which can help reveal the nature of any issues you are seeking to resolve. A list of possible topics is irrelevant as your journey and experiences are unique. You bring the story and together we will navigate the feelings, validate the impact and create a clear picture of the change you might hope to achieve. Through this process we can also explore ways you can best implement change for an improved lived experience.

Taking the first step to solve intimacy issues can often feel intimidating but from our first call I will help you feel as comfortable as I can. . Through positive-oriented therapy, I help you get to the root cause of the problem and guide you to implement practical solutions. I work extensively with clients struggling with sexual issues such as low sexual desire, anxiety, erectile dysfunction, vaginismus and sex/porn addiction as well as couples looking to fix relationship problems which include communication difficulties, mismatched libido, conflict and betrayal.

Many people come to therapy feeling low, anxious, or lost, and I offer a space to explore those feelings and identify opportunities for doing things differently. Building a rich picture of who you are can help us make change in the areas that are important to you, and I believe the most important thing in any therapy space is that you can feel safe and heard. I draw on a range of approaches (e.g. CBT, compassion-focused and narrative therapy), with a particular focus on values, self-compassion and identity. I am experienced in supporting adults of all ages with a range of issues, such as low mood, stress, anxiety and shame.