My education is grounded in a rigorous B.A. (Hons) in Counselling, graduating from St Trinity University of Wales with a specialised focus on integrative therapeutic approaches. I developed expertise in multiple therapeutic modalities including;
Humanistic therapy
CBT - Cognitive behavioural therapy
Trauma-informed therapy
Existential therapy
Solution focused therapy
Adolescent counselling
Education
Beyond my B.A (Hons) I have also completed further educational training in these specialised areas;
Eating disorders
Trauma
Borderline personality disorders
DSM V
Safeguarding
Confidential note keeping
Online intervention
Crisis management
Culture and Diversity
LGBTQ+
These courses were completed with reputable educational bodies such as the Orca institute and CTRI - Crisis & Trauma resource institute or other professional institutions listed below.
Modality and specialised areas
My modality is integrative, building first of all on the foundation of the relationally focused humanistic school. I pride myself on my natural ability to establish genuine, real, integral relationships based on compassionate understanding and real care. Through non judgemental, empathetic listening which prioritises simply being present and hearing what my client has to say, trust is built. I then balance this by implementing a more direct approach utilising targeted CBT techniques such as psychoeducation and goal setting. Employing these evidence-based interventions help promote healing and resilience by uncovering root causes, core beliefs and help clients understand their phenomenology.
Some of my specialised areas include working with;
Anxiety and panic attacks
Eating disorders
Crisis management
Adverse childhood experiences
Self harm
Social anxiety
Trauma
Attachments
Core belief restructuring
Neuropsychologically-informed trauma work
Exam / academic stress
Burn out
Financial pressure
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Here are some of the very credible organisations I previously worked in the UK before immigrating to Canada.
Anna Freud
My professional experience includes working with some of the UKs most reputable organisations such as the Anna Freud National Centre is a world-renowned mental health organization at the forefront of psychology research and practice in the UK. Established by Anna Freud herself, the Centre has set gold standards in mental health interventions for over 60 years and provides consultation to government bodies, academic institutions, and clinical services nationwide. My role here involved providing CBT employed evidence based therapy, working with specific action plans, goal settings and psychoeducation to manage all kinds of challenges such as stress, anger, anxiety, self harm, depression and grief
Kooth
Kooth is the UK's largest online mental health platform for young people and the NHS's primary digital mental health partner. This experience enhanced my expertise in delivering evidence-based interventions to young people through innovative digital therapeutic approaches, including crisis management, interventions, and working with local schools / community partners.
Mind UK;
Mind is one of the UK's leading mental health charities, operating a nationwide network of local associations that provide crucial support services across the UK. Providing therapy services to individuals and facilitating peer support groups for clients with diverse needs. Working within their collaborative framework, I engaged with healthcare professionals and community partners and utilised Mind's extensive resources to enhance client support, particularly focusing on access to self-care strategies and treatment options. I also created training materials to neurological development within adolescence to health care professionals providing school based therapy. This experience deepened my professional practice through Mind's holistic approach to mental health support, reinforcing my commitment to ensuring that individuals facing mental health challenges receive compassionate, informed care within a supportive community.
