About me
I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor based in Brighton and Hove. I offer therapy to adults experiencing a broad range of difficulties. I am a Registered Member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and abide by their Code of Ethics.
I have worked in a variety of settings including the Police Service and Rape Crisis, and am experienced in working with clients who have experienced trauma in all forms, whether in early years, adult life or both. With additional training and experience working as a Yoga Teacher and Personal Trainer, I am particularly interested in the mind body connection and use of psychotherapy to explore this.
Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on the premise that unconscious thoughts and beliefs developed in infancy are at the root of our experiences as adults. As a result, we may find ourselves developing particular defences and repeating patterns in relationships. The aim of psychodynamic psychotherapy is therefore to bring what is unconscious into consciousness in a held and supportive environment. Through doing so, clients can explore alternative ways of being in the world and bring about lasting change.
Qualifications
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I received a distinction for a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy studied at The University of Brighton. I am currently working towards an MSc in Psychotherapy, also at Brighton.
My areas of interest include Lacanian psychoanalysis, neuro-psychoanalysis and the interplay between trauma, gender, sexuality and identity.
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My undergraduate studies were in Sociology at the prestigious University of Warwick. I focused my studies on gender, sexuality, criminology and the social theory of law.
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I have completed specialist training with Gendered Intelligence on working alongside trans, gender diverse and questioning people and am listed on their therapists directory.
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I completed a rigorous two year yoga teacher training, accumulating a certificate of 500 hours accredited by The Yoga Alliance.
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I have an NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, and am accredited by the Register of Exercise Professionals.
Contact
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