I have worked in psychology for more than 25 years, including two decades with the NHS, and now in my own practice. What I have always found powerful, is how a conversation in a compassionate space opens up possibilities for people. People who, before the process began, felt quite differently about themselves and the future. I witnessed this at the start of my career. While I studied for my Psychology Degree and Masters, I worked part time as a counsellor for a charity. The people there were struggling with impossible choices. To see how a conversation enabled them to think their way out of what felt like a cage, was – and still is – rewarding. When someone joins me collaboratively in that conversation, it liberates them. They understand, in a more textured way, why they see the world in the way they do. It is more insightful than the voice they have carried around in their head for most of their life that says, ‘You’re the problem. You’re to blame’. My varied career and life experience have also shown me that you will always have moments of challenge, whoever you are. Stressful situations. Difficult decisions. Painful relationships. Times where you feel stuck and cannot see a way out. But whatever you face now, does not mean that you don’t have influence over how your future looks. To be part of a conversation that gives you a new perspective and new options is – and always will be – a privilege for me. You can find out more about my approach as a Chartered Counselling Psychologist in the section below. If you feel I could support you at this time, please contact me in the way that works best for you. You can call (020) 7357 9403 or email hello@psychologicalperspective.co.uk or use the form on my Contact page.
My approach to therapy is essentially forward-looking and optimistic. I enjoy working collaboratively, and take an active part in sessions, offering feedback, clarification and education around the problem you're facing. Often it helps to go a bit deeper and explore what provides us with purpose, as by helping to understand how we operate in a more meaningful way, we can activate change and facilitate growth. I’m a scientist at heart and will want us to understand:
Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and Chartered Psychologist
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registered Counselling Psychologist
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) Accredited CBT Practitioner
Chartered Psychologist status with the British Psychological Society
Masters Degree in Counselling Psychology
Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling Psychology
Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Honours)
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