“If we can have better relationships with ourselves and others by building self-confidence, self-acceptance, respect for self and others, and if we can find positive ways of dealing with conflict, then we can live more fulfilling lives and be better citizens in the communities where we live, work and play.”

I formed the above vision statement to represent my freelance work. 

‘Better relationships with ourselves’

I am a BACP accredited counsellor with over seven years experience in private practice, employee assistance programmes, occupational health, mental health charities, GP practice and the Centre for Women’s Health.

From that I have gained considerable experience in a wide range of issues and specifically in working with people experiencing work related stress.

 I have had specific training with Babette Rothschild in somatic trauma and experience in the area of supporting people recovering from a traumatic event.

 A large part of 1:1 work has also been job and life coaching; helping people to reflect on life purpose and direction.

I originally trained in person-centred counselling, and now use a wide range of approaches in my work.

I am interested in Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy  and Hakomi  

‘Better relationships with others’

I am a creative trainer and group worker with considerable experience in the voluntary sector. I have offered training to groups of children, young people, women, parents, and teachers through roles such as Childline’s Training and Outreach worker, Glasgow Youth Advisor with the Church of Scotland as well as on a freelance basis. I enjoy delivering training on listening and communicating skills, assertiveness, presentation skills, personal vision and development, confidence building and self-esteem.

 ‘Better citizens in the communities where we live, work and play’

I enjoy working with organisations and groups who are looking at how they function both internally and in the service they offer. I have been involved in helping people (voluntary organisations to small youth groups) create vision statements, team building days, strategic planning meetings and writing business plans.

My strength is my ability to be fully present to whomever I am working with, putting their needs and wants at the heart of the interaction whilst reflecting on our process together.