About Me & Qualifications
I have a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and am a fully qualified counsellor and registered* member of the BACP (the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and bound by its professional code of ethics.
I have completed specific additional training in online and telephone counselling: I have a Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling and am a member of ACTO (the Association for Counselling and Therapy Online) and adhere to its Ethical Framework for Online Counsellors.
I attend regular supervision and I am fully insured. I undertake ongoing training and continuing professional development essential to furthering my professional practice.
As well as working in private practice, I have also volunteered for a number of years with Bristol Mind’s counselling service (affiliated to the national mental health charity, Mind).
I have worked with people from a wide variety of backgrounds, religions and cultures and have had the privilege of supporting individuals, young and older, experiencing a wide range of life issues and emotional and mental health difficulties.
Stress
Trauma
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship problems or breakdown
Anger
Body issues
Problems with addiction
Loss of meaning and sense of purpose
Post-traumatic stress
Family issues
Sexuality and gender identity
Grief, loss and bereavement
Work, study and retirement related issues
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Sexual abuse and violence
Loneliness and isolation
Illness and health
Neurodivergence (e.g. Autism and ADHD)
*The BACP Register is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA) and provides reassurance that high standards of ethics, conduct, competence and business practice are being met by its members. All clients and potential clients are able to check my entry on the online BACP Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.
I enjoyed a varied career before becoming a counsellor, as well as time away from the workplace as a stay-at-home dad for my two boys.
I have worked in a variety of environments in the commercial and charitable sectors – as a Solicitor, as a Legal Recruiter and as an Advocate for children in care (including asylum seeking children), young care leavers and children involved in child protection proceedings.
Like many of us, I have experienced my own share of challenges in life. I am passionate about my counselling work and feel genuinely fortunate to be working in a role where I can help others to find their own ways through difficult times.
Among other interests outside my work as a counsellor, I spend time with family and friends, watch (any and every) sport and love getting out into nature. A secluded hill walk – when my dodgy knees allow – is my happy place!