I am a humanistic integrative counsellor drawing on elements of Person-Centred, Existential, Gestalt, and Compassion-Focused therapy.

During the therapy process we play the role of fellow travellers. Along with the assumption that the client has the greatest power to change – I focus on expanding their self-awareness by getting to know themselves and determining the direction and purposefulness of life activities.

My approach is holistic and creative. Focused on feelings, experience and being in the moment. I work with you as a whole, paying attention to mind, body and spirit to support health and healing. As each person is different, I use various psychotherapeutic tools to meet the individual needs of the client.

While methods and techniques are important, they can only be effective in the right relationships and environment. Therefore, I provide conditions that foster an empathic, accepting, authentic and trusting relationship between the two of us. A relationship where you feel safe to open up and process the painful aspects of your experience and where you will be supported to heal, grow and reach your full potential.

I am a member of Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland (COSCA) and the Individual Member of British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working towards accreditation, and bound by their Ethical Framework.

My qualifications include:

• Diploma in Counselling (Person-centred approach), accredited by COSCA
• Certificate in Counselling Skills, Edinburgh College
• BA (Hons) International Relations, London Metropolitan University