My primary training is in the Person Centred Approach. I have had further training in CBT, Transactional Analysis and Trauma Informed Practice. I discuss the different benefits of these ways of working so that we can decide on the best way to support you.

I hold a Psychology BSc (Hons), a Certificate in Counselling and a PGDIP  in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am currently undertaking research at The University of Salford as I complete my MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I am a member of the BACP and work with both  adults and young people. I hold an enhanced DBS certificate and am happy to share this with you.

An essential part of my work with clients is the relationship I build with them. In order that I am able to be present I am careful to maintain my own well being. I have a daily practice or sadhana involving Yoga and Meditation which helps me maintain a healthy body and mind.

My Experience supporting Young People is wide ranging

I have previously worked in Education for over twenty years, supporting young people with their Mental Health for the last 10years. During my career I have worked in Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) , specialist schools for young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and a range of special schools. I have had the privilege of supporting young people who have diagnosed attachment disorders, anorexia, depression and anxiety as well as autism and a wide range of additional and learning needs such as Fragile X syndrome.

 As a teacher and intervention lead I have worked therapeutically, on a one to one basis, with many amazing Young People. I have used a variety of techniques including CBT and Motivational Interviewing to support them to grow and develop, often after the most difficult of experiences.

As a Deputy Head Teacher I have worked to develop school settings to meet the complex needs of young people with a wide range of Mental Health needs and diagnoses.

I have regularly chaired EHCP (Education Health Care Plan) meetings bringing to together parents, the local authority responsible for education, social care staff and NHS representatives to formalise the support young people will receive.

As a Designated Safeguarding lead I have worked alongside the police, social workers and outside agencies to support Young People who are in immediate need due to harmful, traumatic or abusive life events.

As a Specialist Leader of Education specialising in child behaviour I have supported schools to develop their provision to meet pupil need and to support individual pupils who struggled to engage with the educational system. In this role I also delivered training on subjects such as Attachment and how to work with Challenging Behaviour to teachers and student teachers.