About me

I have worked in assessment, education and support with families since 1981.  I have learnt and  believe that there is one certainty in  life and that is constant change. Unexpected or unwanted change  can make life  difficult and leave you feeling overwhelmed unable to see things clearly or find a way forward. Taking time out for yourself to talk with me  can help you to make sense of your difficulties, enabling you to see  more clearly and give you confidence  to make positive changes in your life and reach your goals.    

I place value on nurturing the development of a positive, professional, therapeutic relationship as I believe this will create a strong foundation for effective and rewarding and meaningful therapy.

 I am a qualified systemic psychotherapist. I have a Master of Science in Family and Couples Systemic Therapy  and  registered with the Association of Family Therapy and with United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy. I am fully insured and   hold myself to the highest ethical standards and engage in  continuous professional development.

During study for my MSc at the Institute of Family Therapy in London.  I chose in year two to specialise in Child Focused Practice.  In Years three and four,  my clinical working placement was at The Prudence Skynner Family and Couples Therapy Clinic. The clinic was placed within the  St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust in London.  Here I  gained invaluable systemic skills in couples and family  psychotherapy. 

My skills as a family therapist have been shaped from  the  25 years of  experiences I have gained in specialised  work with children and families  in the NHS, Education and  Children Services. I have held  a wide range of professional roles including Early Years teacher, Play Therapist at Charing Cross Hospital, Head of Department of Early Years at BCA College, Buckinghamshire Schools Parenting Support Team Manager  and Lead Practitioner for Mental Health supporting families and children for  Buckinghamshire County Council. 

My systemic practice consists of a multi systemic approaches, which I sensitively adapt to match the client’s individual preference and needs.