Bisexual Counselling in West Wickham

I am understanding of different cultures, beliefs, and values. I feel race and sexuality in therapy is something that is important. I have studied and developed my tools in working with clients from the Global Majority and LGBTQ+ communities. I have over 5 years experience of working with drugs and alcohol in a unique yet successful approach.

We work within a structured integrative framework. From your initial assessment, you will describe and specify the areas you’d like to work on. I will formalise a treatment plan which will be communicated throughout, whilst sharing homework, and other resources I see will enhance your progress. Our work is to understand who you are and to own your personal power enough to start leading and transforming your relationships with yourself and those around you. Working towards a goal can help with self-esteem and self development as you can map and develop whilst seeing your progress. Reviews will take place every 6-8 sessions

Having been a client myself in the past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.

If you are reading this it might mean that you are not feeling happy within yourself. These feelings can manifest themselves into our lives in different ways: people pleasing; self harming; perfectionism; alcohol and substance abuse; and over controlling behaviour are among the many. They can lead to feelings of depression and anxiety. These coping mechanisms might have helped whilst growing up, but can disrupt our lives as we get older. If you feel you want to change the direction you've been going in, then seeing a counsellor can be a choice that can help you build your self-esteem.

Having therapy can be a difficult decision, especially when you feel low, self-critical, lonely, anxious, not worthy of having this type of care for your own self. The power to feel better and release this pain is within you, and I can help you access it. Together we can learn the best way for you to reach and keep a good self-esteem and mental health. I offer a confidential space in which you can feel understood, cared for, free to talk about anything that you require. I also offer walking therapy sessions, in peaceful green areas in London. For some clients this has proven deeply beneficial, if interested please enquire.

Do you feel that your life has been dominated by your worries and fears of the future? Are there unresolved issues or painful experiences from the past or in the present moment that overwhelms and cause you anxiety? Do you find it difficult to feel confident and good about yourself? If your answer to these questions is yes, my approach to therapy will be of benefit to you. I can assure you of a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where we can both identify, honour and explore the possible reasons for your struggles that blocks you to feel freer and more confident about yourself.

I believe that each person's needs are unique, and my training allows me to tailor a variety of approaches to meet your specific requirements. In our sessions, you are my highest priority—here, you can be completely yourself without fear of judgment. I have unconditional positive regard and empathy for you and may offer gentle challenges when you are ready, to help embrace change, build resilience, and foster growth. You may also be seeking a safe space where acceptance thrives, to develop self-care and self-compassion . My style during sessions is adaptive to suit you and we will work collaboratively and transparently.

I have extensive experience working with both adults and children, providing support to individuals facing various emotional challenges. I have helped clients with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, phobias, self-harm, sexuality, autism, ADHD, exam stress, bereavement, addiction, anger management, eating disorders, and more. I am also experienced in domestic abuse and trauma counselling, supporting clients who have experienced different forms of abuse. Additionally, I have provided guidance to individuals participating in 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous and Cocaine Anonymous.

BACP Accredited Counsellor, Registered GHR Master Hypnotherapist, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing with Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Internal Parts Therapy. Over 25 years NHS experience; inpatient, outpatient, community and Private Practice. Complimentary telephone consultation to discuss your therapeutic pathway forward. An integrative therapist with multi-modalities; extensive qualifications, specialisms and experience working with you with all issues. More information can be found on my website; an evolution of many many years.

People usually seek therapy because they have reached a crisis point in their life and are struggling to cope alone. This can lead to feeling stuck or creating unhelpful behaviour patterns to cope which present them from living life to their full potential. We often feel confused, anxious, depressed, emotionally numb or trapped in our past without clear goals in life or clear identity. I can offer you a safe space to explore better internal understanding which promotes self awareness, personal growth and inner peace which enables you to feel full of hope and clarity to achieve personal success.