I've worked in mental health and social care in some capacity for most of my working life. Before I trained to be a psychotherapist I worked in and managed rehabilitation and recovery hostels for adults with complex needs who were coming out of psychiatric units, prison, or, who were homeless. Later, I was a director of a charitable organisation providing services for people who were socially excluded, after this I worked as a commissioner of mental health services for the NHS and social services in south London.
I found what I enjoyed most was working with people at depth, and outside of the bounds of rigid models or institutional expectations. This is why I chose to train in psychotherapy.
In addition to my private practice I have worked for two years as a counsellor at London Metropolitan University & two years at The Minster Centre Therapy service.
Relevant Training & Qualifications
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Member of British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP)
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Advanced Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy from the Minster Centre
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Post Graduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Minster Centre
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MA in Integrative Psychotherapy from Middlesex University
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BSc in Psychology from Cardiff University
Memberships
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Psychotherapists & Counsellors for Social Responsibility
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The Relational School