As a Neuroscientist I have an extensive work experience in competitive international environments. I have conducted pioneering research projects in UCL on epilepsy, metallisation in body awareness, awareness of illness and interception. Along with my studies in Neuroscience and Councelling Psychology I became a trained neuropsychological and cognitive assessment provider.
As an Existential Psychotherapist I have a significant work experience within NHS, working with Stroke survivors and, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) patients on emotional resiliency and body dissatisfaction. In addition I have worked with Eating Disorder patients within NELFT and my private practice, providing an integrative approach to Eating Disorders.
My approach is Existentially Integrative. This involves techniques from CBT, the Intuitive Eating framework as well as mindfulness, breath work and somatic practices within an Existential therapy framework.
I work with people who have quieted themselves to make others comfortable or transformed their shapes to “fit” in socially acceptable standards. I also work with people who may feel alienated in their own bodies as they go through physical health conditions. Having had my own struggles with body image concerns, problematic eating habits, and chronic pain, I learned that the most important part of healing was having someone to talk to who knew what I was feeling without judgment. I’m not here to tell you how you should feel or be. I know how unhelpful that is. But I understand the parts you can’t put into words, the hard things, the guilt, or even the relief you might be feeling.
Therapy for me is a journey to self-knowledge, acceptance, and choice that we can all embark on. I genuinely believe that no human being needs “fixing” as there is nothing broken about them.
Training and Clinical Experience
Clinical Registrant with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
Accredited Registrant with The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
Member of the Division of Counselling Psychology (DCoP) with the BPS
Member of the Society of Existential Analysis
Trained in Neuropsychological assessment methods for suspected cognitive impairment
Qualified CBT-E therapist for Eating Disorders
Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.
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