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Counsellor & Psychotherapist In Bournemouth BH4 8ED, UK
Counsellor / Psychotherapist
BSc (Hons) Psych, MBPsS, Dip (Counselling) Reg. MBACP, Dip (CBT)
Welcome
"EVERY JOURNEY STARTS WITH A FIRST STEP"- Lao Tzu
Welcome to My Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice | Bournemouth, Poole, & London
A very warm welcome to my Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, based in Westbourne, Bournemouth (BH4 8ED). I offer both in-person and online therapy for adults (18+ years) across Bournemouth, Poole, London, throughout the UK, and internationally.
I also practise online therapy, providing a flexible and accessible way for clients to engage in counselling and psychotherapy from the comfort and privacy of their own space, wherever they may be located nationally or internationally.
Taking the first step to seek support can often feel like the hardest. I understand that it can feel daunting trying to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and able to connect with. I'm very glad you are here and considering support as a way forwards from the difficulties or emotional pain you may be experiencing at present.
My aim is to support you in moving towards a life that feels richer and more fulfilling - with a greater sense of inner calm, confidence, resilience, and deep, more meaningful connections with others. I provide a safe, confidential, respectful, and non-judgmental therapeutic space where we can gently explore the difficulties you may be experiencing. Together, we can develop greater insight and understanding, and work towards positive and meaningful changes in your life.
I work from my main practice in Westbourne, Bournemouth, conveniently serving clients across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, and the surrounding Dorset areas. I also practise in London E14. Whether you prefer the flexibility of online therapy or the connection of in-person sessions, I am here to support you wherever you are in the UK and internationally.
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My Specialist Interests
GAINING INSIGHT & UNDERSTANDING
Whilst I work with a broad range of concerns, I have a particular interest of helping adults who have unhelpful coping strategies that keep them stuck, such as eating too much or too little; drinking too much; withdrawing into themselves; and/or working harder to activate perfectionist and self-destructive behaviours.
I specialise in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE's), Complex Trauma and PTSD, Sexual Trauma, Self-harm and Suicidal Ideation. I have extensive experience working as a therapist in this area. I initially worked for a local charity in Dorset who specialise in helping adults survivors of childhood abuse, and it has been a privilege to work with some inspirational adults who have overcome childhood adversity.
I am an Eating Disorders specialist, supporting individuals experiencing Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder and ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder). I also work with overeating and obesity. I am a Master Practitioner of the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCfED) in the UK. In conjunction with this, I work with Neurodiversity, including Autism, ADHD, AuDHD and Dyspraxia.,
I also specialise in Anxiety and Depression, and help clients with long-term illnesses such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), Fibromyalgia, and long-term disabilities. I work in a holistic sense, combining therapy with nutritional intervention to suit the client's particular needs.
Since the Covid-19 Pandemic, I specialise in loss and bereavement which includes complicated grief, and incorporate different methods to accommodate the complexity of the issue.
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
- Maya Angelou -
A Profound Impact
IN A SAFE SPACE
Take your first step now towards living wholeheartedly and get in touch. I offer a FREE 15 minute consultation, either by ‘phone or online, to give you an opportunity to find out more about the way I work in my therapy practice, and whether I offer what you are looking for, without obligation by clicking on the "Get in Touch" button below.
During the initial consultation session, we will talk about your situation, what you are seeking from therapy and your background, as well as how we could work together towards your personal goals, such as developing coping strategies or having support for a specific difficulty in your life, or goals that require longer-term work and open-ended therapy, such as on-going life situation, childhood trauma or multiple stressors in your life.
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