A space to understand yourself more deeply
Behind the feelings you can't explain and the patterns you can't seem to change is a story worth understanding.
Sometimes life brings experiences that are difficult to navigate alone. You may be dealing with a loss, a relationship ending or a significant change, or perhaps you're feeling anxious, stuck or low without quite knowing why. You may also find yourself repeating familiar patterns in your relationships or reacting in ways you don't fully understand
Therapy can be a place to become curious about what you're experiencing, make sense of what may be happening beneath the surface and begin to understand yourself differently
I offer face-to-face counselling in central St Albans, as well as online and by telephone
About me and how I work
I’ve always been interested in people and in the experiences and relationships that shape who we are. For me, therapy begins with having a space where you can talk openly and feel genuinely heard, perhaps about things that have been difficult to put into words elsewhere.
I work from a contemporary psychodynamic perspective. This means being curious about what is happening in your life now, while also exploring how past experiences and relationships may be influencing the way you feel about yourself and relate to others today.
What might bring you to therapy?
You may appear to be coping well on the outside while privately finding things much harder. Perhaps you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed or stuck, questioning yourself, or noticing the same difficulties appearing in your relationships.
You may be going through a period of change or loss, or simply have a sense that something isn’t quite right without knowing exactly why.
I have a particular interest in supporting women through pregnancy, fertility difficulties, miscarriage and the transition to motherhood - experiences that can bring complex and sometimes unexpected feelings.
I’m also interested in experiences of identity and belonging. Having lived in different countries myself, I understand some of the questions that can come with moving countries, living between cultures or building a life away from where you grew up.
Whatever brings you to therapy, you don’t need to have it all worked out before you begin.
Working together
You don’t need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to say or where to begin. We can start with whatever feels most important to you.
I offer a confidential and non-judgemental space where you can speak openly about what is happening for you. I won’t tell you what you should feel or what decisions you should make. Instead, we’ll think together and take time to make sense of what you’re experiencing.
The relationship we build is an important part of the therapy. Over time, our work can help you you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and create space for change.
Qualifications & Professional Standards
Diploma in Contemporary Psychodynamic Counselling
Foundation Certificate in Psychodynamic Counselling
BA in Sociology and Anthropology, with additional coursework in Psychology
Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working within the BACP Ethical Framework
Enhanced DBS check
Professional liability insurance
Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development
Sessions
Individual therapy sessions
Sessions are 50 minutes and usually take place weekly at an agreed regular time
Face-to-face, online and telephone
I offer face-to-face sessions in central St Albans, as well as online and by telephone
Taking the next step
Finding the right therapist is an important part of beginning therapy. I offer a complimentary 30-minute online introductory conversation, giving us a chance to meet and get a sense of whether working together feels right.
We can briefly talk about what has brought you to therapy, what you’re looking for and any questions you may have about the way I work. There is no obligation to continue.
If we decide to work together, we’ll arrange our first 50-minute session and begin exploring what has brought you to therapy in more depth.
A few questions you may have
How often will we meet?
Therapy usually takes place once a week at an agreed regular time. Meeting consistently gives us the time and continuity to explore what is happening for you in more depth.
What happens if I need to cancel?
I ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or rearrange a session. Sessions cancelled with less than 48 hours’ notice will be charged at the full fee. Payment is due by bank transfer before each session.
How do I know if you’re the right therapist for me?
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is important. The complimentary introductory conversation gives us an opportunity to meet, talk briefly about what has brought you to therapy and get a sense of whether working together feels right. There is no obligation to continue.
Do you offer online or telephone therapy?
Yes. I offer online and telephone therapy, as well as face-to-face sessions in central St Albans.