I can work with different needs and whatever you want to bring, as well as this there are 4 specific areas that I have focussed my training and learning on.
Anxiety
If you experience anxiety I can work with you to help explore and manage your anxiety. I can provide sessions that utilise evidence based anxiety interventions including exposure response work, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and mindfulness. For anxiety a minimum of 6 sessions is a great start. At the end of 6 we can review your needs and if you wish to continue we can do as many as you like. I have completed several special anxiety trainings.
Workplace based stress
I worked for many years in the education sector and experienced significant stress in this role. I have come to learn a lot about the impact of work on life and mental wellbeing. I can help you explore boundaries, communication and stress management as part of this focus to help improve your experiences. I work for an EAP company to help support people with work related stress. I use SFBT (Solution Focussed Brief Therapy) to support you to find ways to manage the stress.
Supporting Families with Trauma
I have a great deal of experience working with families of victims of child abuse and families of people who been arrested and investigated for having abused or downloaded images of children. There is a so much a family has to manage when one of the above happens. It can feel so isolating and alone. I worked for the charity ACTSFAST as a counsellor specialising in support families in these areas. I understand the process of the criminal justice system, the judgement experienced by the families and how much trauma it invokes. With my specialist training in this area and trauma in general I can help you manage the trauma symptoms and be a safe space to talk.
Young People
I have worked with young people for many years both as a teacher and as a counsellor. I work with young people supporting a variety of issues such as emotional regulation, bereavement, exploring feelings and anxiety management. We can use creative techniques such as art, drawing and sand work to help the young person express their feelings.