My Approach

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a creative and flexible way of understanding deep-rooted issues which you may feel are holding you back from living a more productive life. Of course there is no magic formula, however the ability to talk in complete openness and confidentiality and to start to understand why you might be stuck in certain patterns can help to move things forward.

Whether you come as an individual or a couple, I aim to build a trusting relationship in which the difficulties you bring can be explored in a non-judgmental setting. While the psychodynamic approach takes account of your past experiences and relationships there may be times when we focus mainly on the here-and-now. I find that longer term work is often more effective in facilitating lasting change however I am also experienced in short-term work and we can discuss which Is most appropriate for you.

In psychodynamic couple therapy the relationship is the patient. We will think about what you have co-created in your relationship rather than either person being at fault. There may be an atmosphere of blame and hurt, however in the non-judgmental space of the session couples can begin to listen to one another again and to start to see how they might be recreating certain destructive patterns.

I am accredited by the BPC (British Psychoanalytic Council) and the UKCP (The UK Council for Psychotherapy) and abide by the Codes of Ethics of these organisations.

About Me

As a couple and individual psychodynamic psychotherapist with fully accredited trainings in both fields, I bring a breadth of experience to my practice. I have worked for over a decade in private practice and in charitable settings as well as in the NHS. My original in-depth training as an individual psychodynamic psychotherapist was at WPF Therapy followed by a highly specialised training in working with couples at the Tavistock Centre. Alongside my private practice I have worked for several years in the Parenting Service of Tavistock Relationships (TR), one of the foremost providers of couple therapy in the UK. I have contributed a chapter to a TR book “Couples as Parents” (2024:Routledge). I enjoy working with a wide variety of people from different backgrounds and cultures.

I have a BA and an MSc in the Humanities. My previous career was as a reporter and producer working in international affairs.

I work with

• Couples
• Individuals

Special Interests

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.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Adoption
• Age-related Issues
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Couple Issues
• Depression
• Identity Problems
• Infertility
• Parents
• Relationships
• Separation
• Sex Problems
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Trauma