About Me

My interest in Psychotherapy began many years ago when I embarked on a philosophical journey of self-discovery to gain a better understanding of myself and life. My interests developed into the works of existential thinkers Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean Paul Sartre.The Existential approach is a philosophical method of therapy that operates on the belief that inner conflict within a person is due to that individual's confrontation with the givens of existence. At the time, I had a great need to understand my own existence and how my values gave meaning to my life.

My interests also grew into psychoanalytic theories that suggests a person's development is determined by events in early childhood. This led to an even greater interest into the work of John Bowlby, notable for his interest in child development and for his pioneering work in attachment theory. I became curious about Gestalt therapy whose primary aim is ‘awareness.’ I found the directness of Gestalt therapy made it easier for me to support clients in acknowledging issues in the early stages of therapy.

My training as a Psychotherapist began in 2000 and I achieved a Masters Degree in Existential Psychotherapy & Counselling in 2004. Since then, I have completed post graduate studies in Couples Counselling, Group Therapy, Relationship Therapy and a postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Supervision. I am currently undertaking training in Trauma Therapy.

I have many years of experience working with a wide range of psychological, emotional and mental health problems and specialise in working with depression, anxiety and Couples. I am also a certified Coach and have extensive experience working in corporate environments and I am fluent in Spanish and Turkish.I was born in London, but moved to Orange County, California, where I finished high school and completed my first degree in Latin American Studies. My interests in languages inspired me to learn Spanish and later went onto to learn Turkish too. This eventually led to me accompanying Sultan Kosen, the Tallest Man in the World, to over 15 countries as his Relationship Manager. I was also featured in the Discovery documentary, ‘The Tallest man in the world, looking for love’ that aired on Channel 4 in 2011. My earlier career included extensive work in the media industry as a Human Resources specialist.

I work with

• Couples
• Individuals

Types of Therapies Offered

• Existential Psychotherapist

What I can help with

• Abuse
• AIDS/HIV
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Identity Problems
• Mental Health Issues
• Post-Traumatic Stress
• Relationships
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexuality
• Supervision
• Transgender
• Trauma