About Me
My Background
I have over 15 years of experience working as a Relationship Counsellor including many years with Relate and for the NHS. I am adaptable and offer different approached but I am currently training in emotionally focused couples therapy and have completed the Externship. I am also a qualified to offer counselling for sexual difficulties and compulsive sexual behaviours.
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I endeavour to create a calm, respectful and non-judgemental therapeutic space where couples or individuals feel safe to explore issues that are concerning them regarding their relationship and/or sex life. This can be in person in my counselling room in Deddington (shown in the photo above) or online. With new awareness and understanding you may identify changes that you wish to make and I can also support you on your journey to overcome difficulties and make lasting changes.
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I am accredited with the College Of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT) and adhere to their Code of Ethics and Principles of Good Practice. I am a registered member of Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (ATSAC) and
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I hold full Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance. I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioner’s Office) and will hold your personal data securely in line with GDPR. I am DBS checked and I regularly attend Safeguarding training.
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If you have any questions about my practice, or counselling in general or would like to schedule a consultation, please get in touch today.
Qualifications & Training
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University Advanced Diploma in Couple Counselling
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Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy Externship (and in ongoing training)
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Couple Therapy For Depression (IAPT Practitioner Training)
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Relate Professional Certificate in Psychosexual Therapy
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Level 5 Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling
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Diploma in Clinical Supervision
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I also have training and experience in
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treating mild to moderate depression and anxiety with CBT based approaches
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domestic abuse
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parenting after separation
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