About Me

Thank you for clicking onto this page. What can I tell you about me that might help you get to know me a little better?

Well, I consider myself to be a warm and caring individual, with a passion to support people in the best way that I can. For 30 years I have worked in front line care services with people of all ages, from all walks of life. I have always been fascinated by relationships, the relationships people have with one another, with me and with themselves. This was the reason I trained as a therapist.

Now, with 12 years' experience delivering therapy and over 13,000 hours of clinical practice, I have worked with clients in community settings, charities, local authority, adult & juvenile high security establishments, rehabilitation and inclusion units, family support services, EAPs, Schools/Colleges/Universities and independent private practice. This has allowed me the opportunity to work with a wide range of topics over the years and so I have gained significant experience in working successfully with clients in areas including; grief & loss, anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, increasing self-esteem, improving communication and relationships, restoring work-life balance and surviving physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse & violence.

I have a particular interest in working collaboratively with women to support self-determination for empowerment and to navigate challenging, and sometimes very difficult, life changes and transitions. These challenges may include perimenopause/menopause, changes in health/body/appearance, pregnancy, baby loss and bereavement, identifying unhealthy relationships, recovery from toxic relationships and re-affirming boundaries, separation and divorce, empty nesting, career change, retirement and caring for elderly parents.

I strive to deliver excellent service to my clients and supervisees, maintaining professional and ethical practice at all times. My qualifications include:

• Certified Relationship Coach (IPHM & CMA Accredited)
• Certified ADHD Coach (IPHM & CMA Accredited) 
• Certified ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) Coach
• Post Qualification Advanced Supervisor Training in Supervising Groups & Supervisors
• OCN Accredited Certificate in Counselling Supervision
• Integrated Coaching Academy Certificate in Therapeutic Coaching
• Certified Online & Telephone Counsellor (ACTO-approved)
• Advanced Post Diploma Certificate in Person Centred Couples Counselling
• CPCAB Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Therapeutic Counselling
• CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies
• CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills
• UKOL Diploma in Substance Abuse and Drug Awareness

I am an Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and an Accredited Professional member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), and I adhere to their code of ethics. I am also a member of the Person-Centred Association and the Psychotherapy and Counselling Union.

In my free time I enjoy being outside amongst nature and going for long walks around the local lakes and open spaces of Milton Keynes. I also love listening to music from a wide and eclectic range of genres and spending time with close friends and family over a nice cup of tea and a blueberry muffin.

.........But that’s enough about me, this should be about you and your needs. Thank you for taking the time to read about me. I would be privileged if you choose to make contact.