About Me
I have been trained in a therapeutic model called the Person-Centred Approach, which is based on the belief that we all have the potential to heal and grow, and find our own way to move forward and progress in our life.
No matter what difficulties you are facing, my role is to create a supportive and trusting environment where you feel comfortable enough to explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment or criticism, and where you can begin to make sense of whatever it is you are struggling with.
While I have a special interest in working with people who are going through difficult life transitions, I also have experience of working with clients with a wide range of presenting issues, including:
bereavement, grief & loss in all its forms
anxiety
depression & low mood
suicidal ideation
trauma
difficult life changes/transitions
neurodivergence
work stress
relationship difficulties
loneliness, isolation and disconnection
low self-confidence and self-worth
navigating polyamorous relationships
Counselling & Psychotherapy Training & Qualifications
I hold a Post-Graduate Diploma in Psychological Wellbeing, Counselling & Psychotherapy from the University of Aberdeen, and am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). As such, I abide by their Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I have completed specialist training in online and telephone counselling, and work to the BACP’s Online and Phone Therapy Competence Framework.
As well as working in Private Practice, I have also spent time volunteering with two charitable counselling services in Edinburgh and West Lothian.
Continuing Professional Development
As a Registered Member of BACP, I have an ethical and professional responsibility to engage with a wide range of ongoing continuous professional development and training to ensure that I continue to offer the best support I can to all of my clients.