Fee assured
Verified account
Specialises in
- Applied Relaxation
- Counselling
- Mindfulness based CBT
- Psychotherapy
Offers
- Video and telephone consultations
About me
I am a qualified and experienced counsellor, psychotherapist, supervisor and teacher. I have been working as a counsellor and psychotherapist for over thirty years. I aim to make your experience of counselling or psychotherapy friendly, supportive, encouraging and non-judgemental.
I have trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including: Adlerian, Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, Gestalt and Transactional Analysis. Our exploration will take place mainly through talking, and it will sometimes be helpful to draw upon other things such as: literature, art, drama, play, body awareness, mindfulness and yoga. Our meetings will involve being curious and open, bringing humour and seriousness, with opportunities to try things out and experiment in a safe environment. I believe in the value of what is sometimes called “psychological education”. As a result, I will encourage you to explore ideas about human development and, as we work, I will share my thinking and theories with you. Above all, we will work at your pace and in a way which suits you and helps you to resolve your difficulties.
I work with a wide range of clients and presenting issues, including severe mental health issues. I have worked in many settings including: private practice, employee assistance programmes, University, Further Education and Secondary Schools. I have also spent six years working in an therapeutic centre, with young people who experienced severe emotional and behavioural difficulties. My experience of working in several large organisations and as a manager, gives me an understanding of the issues associated with the work place and within teams.
Equality & Diversity
I recognise that many individuals and communities experience discrimination and oppression on the grounds of their gender (including transgender and transsexual people), relationship or marital status, race or ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation (because they are lesbian, gay, bisexual or heterosexual), age, health status, appearance, language, background, class, faith or religious belief, physical appearance and political opinions. I believe that equality for all is a basic human right and I actively oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination. I welcome discussion of these issues in counselling and psychotherapy.
Areas of interest
I have extensive experience of working with clients of various ages and from many backgrounds and cultures. I have worked with many issues, including the following:
Relationships and family issues / Personal development and identity / Sex and sexuality / Confidence and self-esteem / Depression and anxiety / Stress and relaxation / Work and study issues / Time management & procrastination / Worries about the future / Bereavement and loss / Maximising your performance / Spirituality / Decision making and dealing with change / Isolation and loneliness / Experiences of prejudice and discrimination / Anger management / Experiences of harassment and crime / Physical health concerns
About me
Personal interests
Meditation and Yoga
Gardening
Cycling
Architecture
Cinema
Theatre
Music of many kinds
Literature
Awards received
July 2005
Merit Award – London Metropolitan University
‘In recognition of outstanding performance and contribution to the University over the period 1 July 2004 to 30 June 2005.’
November 2016
Staff Excellence Award – London Metropolitan University
‘For outstanding work on … and remarkable contribution … to the (University’s) mission and the fulfillment of the (University’s) values.’
Publications
Encouragement Through Being Taken Seriously - Publication: Therapeutic Care And Education: The Journal of 'The Association of Workers With Emotionally and Behaviourally Disturbed Children' (Vol. 4 No. 2 Summer 1995)
Describing The Family - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 1996)
Encouragement Not Rewards: An Adlerian Perspective on The Token Economy - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 1998).
Hearing Voices: An Adlerian Approach To Group Therapy With Adolescents - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 1999)
Parallel Lives: An Adlerian Approach Th The Creative Personal Journal - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 2000)
Finding The Mind’s Construction In The Face: An Adlerian Perspective On Body Therapy - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 2001)
There Are More Things In Heaven Than Are Dreamt Of In Your Philosophy: The Adlerian Approach As A Base For Integration - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 2002)
Yet More Things In Heaven: The Adlerian Approach As A Base For Integration (Part 2) - Publication: International Journal of Adlerian Theory, Research and Practice - Adlerian Society and Institute For Individual Psychology (February 2003)
Counselling Services in an Institutional Context - Journal of the Association of University and College Counsellors (November 2009)
Context, Communication and Commiseration: Psychological and Practical Considerations In Change Management - Publication: Perspectives Policy and Practice in Higher Education (2013; Vol. 17; No. 1)
An Introduction To Mindfulness - Publication: Education and Training (Spring 2017)
My qualifications & training
Qualifications
- Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy
Minster Centre London 2001
- M.A. Counselling Psychology
University of East London 1993
- B.Ed. (English and Drama)
Queen’s University Belfast 1978
- Diploma in Adlerian Counselling
Adlerian Society UK 1994
- Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
University of East London 1990
- Sensorimotor Approach to Trauma
Sensorimotor Institute, Austen, Texas 2006
- Psychodynamic Perspectives on Trauma
Tavistock and Portman Clinic, NHS Trust 2005
Additional training
- Mindfulness: A CBT Perspective
Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre 2006
- Diploma in Contemplative Supervision
Karuna, Institute, Devon 2009
- Certificate In Adlerian Family Counselling
Adlerian Society, UK 1998
Affiliations / memberships
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP). Senior Accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist.
Professional Standards Authority. Registration Number: 13260
My private practice
Practice hours
Practice
Day
Hours
Appt Bookings
- 1 Park Avenue, Wood Green, London N22 7HA
- Tuesday
- 09:00
- 20:00
- 020 8889 4684
- 1 Park Avenue, Wood Green, London N22 7HA
- Wednesday
- 09:00
- 20:00
- 020 8889 4684
- 1 Park Avenue, Wood Green, London N22 7HA
- Thursday
- 09:00
- 18:00
- 020 8889 4684
Post treatment communication
Following treatment of a Bupa member, I will communicate with GPs
in line with Department of Health, GMC and appropriate professional bodies
guidelines.