Training and Experience
I undertook a Master’s degree in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths University of London. My clinical experience includes working with NHS Talking Therapies through The Awareness Centre in Wandsworth and The Good Mental Health Company in Elephant and Castle. Before this, I completed a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Psychology and a certificate with Counselling & Psychotherapy in Scotland (COSCA).
I am an individual member with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and subscribe to the BACP Ethical Framework.
I’m a down-to-earth, open-minded and warm person. Originally from Scotland, I have lived in multiple countries before settling in London. Having experienced many transitions and cultures, I understand the complexities of change, identity, and belonging. My practice is a welcoming, safe space for people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
My personal journey with psychodynamic therapy has been transformative in many ways—it’s why I became a psychotherapist and the reason I believe so fully in this process. Nature is also a grounding influence for me, reminding me of our cycles of change and renewal, and I aim to bring that same sense of balance and groundedness into my work with clients. I regularly attend conferences and talks to keep up to date on issues around gender, sexuality, race, class, and disability within psychotherapy. My work is supervised in accordance with BACP accreditation standards.
About me
Some of the issues I often work with:
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Anxiety
General anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, panic attacks
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Depression
Sadness, low mood, loneliness, suicidal thoughts
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Relational difficulties
with partners, family, colleagues, friends, etc. Diverse relationship constellations.
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Shame
Nervousness, embarrassment, intrusive thoughts, frequently feeling ‘under the spotlight’
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Attachment issues
Insecurity, fear of abandonment, jealousy, trust issues
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Trauma
Childhood trauma, PTSD, complex relational trauma, sexual abuse
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Low self-confidence
Low self-esteem
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OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, intrusive thoughts, reoccurring disturbing thought patterns
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Identity concerns
Issues around sexuality, gender, race, class, belonging