My Background & Experience
Contact meAs a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists [BACP] as well as a member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society [NCPS], I abide by their professional code of ethics as well as undertake regular supervision with experienced colleagues that review my clinical practice on a regular basis.
Prior to entering the counselling profession, I obtained a B.Sc. (Honours) Degree in Psychology at Brunel University in 1998 and spent 17 years working in the corporate sector as a Network Manager as well as a Programme and Project Manager. During my time training to be a therapist, I also worked at a variety of secondary schools as a Supply Teacher as well as with students with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities. I also spent some time working as a Specialist Pastoral Care Professional.
During the last eight years, I have worked within Barts NHS Trust as a Specialist Bereavement Counsellor at Whipps Cross Hospital where I supported both adolescents and adults in the Psychological Support Service for five years. I spent a year working as a School Counsellor at a High School in Essex and I have held my own private practice as well as work as a Student Counsellor at Newham Sixth Form FE College for the last five years. I also spent a year as an executive member of the BACP Universities & Colleges division Special Interest Group and occasionally write periodical editorials on a variety of mental health issues.
Training & Qualifications
- Psychology B.Sc. Hon [2:1]
- ABC Therapeutic Counselling [Level 4]
- CPCAB Cert. in Counselling Studies [Level 3]
- CPCAB Counselling Skills [Level 2]
- Registrant Member of the British Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP)
- Member of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society
I am registered on the Accredited Voluntary Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, approved by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care. I also attend a variety of Continuing Professional Development [CPD] events to maintain and enhance my clinical knowledge and skills.
This site may store and process health related data for the purposes of providing counselling as well as related services. By using Choose Counselling, you consent to my Privacy Policy. You can opt out by sending Choose Counselling an email at any time.