Professional Background & Expertise

Learning is a continuous, life-long process. The more I know about counselling and psychotherapy, the more my appreciation and fascination grows, which makes me want to learn more. In addition to the professional training courses mentioned below, I gain experience and inspiration from supervision, from peer support offered by colleagues, but also from clients. With each person I learn how to further fine-tune my skills and become more effective.

  • Diploma in counselling – University of West of England, 2009

  • Certificate in counselling – University of West of England, 2007

  • Somatic Trauma Therapy training taught by Babette Rothschild, 2017

  • CBT for depression – Positive Step, 2014

  • CBT for anxiety – Positive Step, 2014

  • Introduction to EMDR – Bristol, 2012

  • Certificate of competence in teaching mindfulness-based courses – University of Exeter, 2014

  • Level 2 Training in teaching mindfulness-based courses – Bangor University, 2015

  • Certificate of competence in teaching mindfulness-based courses in schools – Cardiff, 2015

  • Focusing – Limoge, France, 2003

Couples Counselling Training & Qualifications

  • Learning to work with couples

  • Couples in conflict

  • Communication and difference within couples

  • Attachment within a couple relationship

  • Dealing with affairs

  • Working with same-sex couples and other identities

Professional Body Membership

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their Ethical Framework for Good Practice. I receive regular counselling supervision in accordance with the requirements of the BACP and deepen my experiences and knowledge through continuing professional development (CPD).

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