My Approach

Psycho-analytic psychotherapy is embedded in the idea of a universal common humanity in which, equally, there are universal emotional conflicts pertaining to psychological growth and development, whatever the culture. All lives have the same structure: the need for meaningful connections, to enjoy life, and to be part of a relationship in its fullest expression. If emotional conflicts, shaped by personal circumstances and cultural and social considerations, are too strong they impair and diminish the achievement of human potential. There is “no cure”, in the biological sense, since emotions cannot be eradicated. There is the notion of understanding, transformation, restoration and reconciliation, which is a gradual process, and which, importantly, accords with the patient’s motivation for change.
The framework for my psychotherapeutic approach and attitude is anchored in the above model of psychotherapy. It is rooted in analytical thinking, with deep reflection and exploration of the early relationship with parents, family and the ever-present conflicts inherent in wishes and desires. In addition, uniquely, it privileges the relationship between the individual, family and society. This is my analytic attitude and approach, where the seamless individual engagement with family and culture is explored to understand how the experience can, also, be oppressive and restricting. We are linked with other people throughout life, which is deeply informed by the pattern with parents, the family and culture. To reiterate, all three contexts structure the individual’s challenges and difficulties.
Therefore, difficulties in feelings, behaviour and relationships which we struggle to understand could be understood in the psychotherapeutic space. The thinking is that the difficulties arose and are underpinned by the three contexts. They are deeply internalized and arise anew in all relating. In the psychotherapeutic space, the difficulties, challenges and struggles can be analysed, understood and be transformed, leading to internal and psychological freedom.
It takes time.

About Me

I am an adult psychotherapist and member of the Institute of Group Analysis, the Group Analytic Society International, and the UK Council for Psychotherapy. With over 25 years of experience in mental health in both Australia and the UK, I have worked across the NHS, charities, and the education and private sectors.
My practice is rooted in psychoanalytic and group-analytic principles, with a focus on understanding the experiences of others and their potential for change. Beyond my clinical work, I am committed to the field's development through teaching at the Institute of Group Analysis and currently training at the Institute of Psychoanalysis.

I work with

• Companies
• Groups
• Individuals

Types of Therapies Offered

• Group Analyst