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I specialise in working with young adults, adolescents and children. I have an Enhanced DBS check.

The main focus of my work is the development of the individual; in order to foster a sense of self worth, identity and self-esteem.

I aim to develop a therapeutic relationship to support an individual to safely explore personal issues compassionately and non-judgementally. Through this approach, individuals can come to terms with their situation, and consider possible ways forward that are best for them, with assurance of confidentiality within the parameters of the ±«ÓãÊÓƵethical framework.

I have worked in education for over 30 years. Initially for 15 years as a teacher in the City of Nottingham, where I developed a passionate interest in motivation and behaviour. I then supported school staff/pupils for over 15 years as part of the Derbyshire County Council Behaviour Support Service. For the past 10 years I have further developed my therapeutic work in Derbyshire Schools and in my private practice, to enable adolescents, children, and young adults to gain more from life and learning. 

I gained ±«ÓãÊÓƵaccreditation as a person-centred counsellor during a period of 4 years at Base 51, a youth support service in the City of Nottingham: counselling young people from the ages of 11 to 25 from different cultural and religious backgrounds, who were at school, in higher education or apprenticeships.

I specialise in autism, issues related to school/learning, friendship/social issues, anxiety, trauma, self-harm, self-esteem/identity, sexual orientation, anger management, loss, and low mood.

If you’d like to discuss working together, please give me a ring for an informal discussion on 0782 861 5052.