Get to know more about me

Background

Prior to beginning therapeutic work, I studied and worked for 10 years at the University of Oxford and later for Glasgow University as an applied statistics researcher and lecturer.  Whilst therapeutic work is very different in nature, I bring with me clear thinking, an ability to hold focus and recognise patterns within a wider context, and a grounding in how to use theory to make my work most effective. This, together with my sensitivity, intuition and genuine care helps me to work gently and effectively with complex and confusing experiences.

I have experienced struggle and challenge in my own life and therapy has helped me to connect with my own capacity to be who I am today.

Experience

My clinical experience as a counsellor has involved 5 years with Simply Counselling Community Interest Company, where I have worked with a wide range of people and presenting issues.  Here I received specialised training in working with the impacts of physical, mental, sexual or emotional abuse and neglect which may include post traumatic stress, confusion and developmental arrestment.  I now work in private practice in Totnes as a therapist and supervisor.    

I am a tutor with the Devon and Cornwall Counselling Hub where I have brought together two of the things I am most passionate about. This continues to deepen and develop my own professional skills and gives me an understanding of the challenges which may face trainees in their therapeutic process and professional development.