A warm welcome. I'm an experienced MBACP Accred therapist, with a degree (BSc Hons) in counselling, EMDR Therapist, have an enhanced DBS check and GRASAC accreditation to work with sexual violence.Together we can explore what you feel ready and safe to share. What does it feel like to take off masks, shedding protective layers that keep the authentic, vulnerable self safe while navigating through challenging or traumatic times? My area of expertise include:General Anxiety & DepressionEmotional and Sexual AbuseRapeDomestic ViolenceNeglectSexual AssaultGender Identity Exploration of sexualityStruggles with relationships and attachmentHigh Sensitivity Suicidal Ideation / self harmBereavementEmpowerment StrategiesStrength basedWhether you experience yourself as being a misfit, lonely, stuck, anxious, burned out, depressed or alienated from the world, with your permission I will be at your side to support you. Along our journey I will offer my empathy and professional, evidence-based skills that hopefully will benefit your growth process. My approachInto my person centred practice, I integrate compassion focussed cognitive behavioural therapy (CF-CBT) that include:mindfulness, linguistics and neuroscientific aspects. Additionally, looking at societal attitudes and cultural influences on gender and relational dynamics utilising experimental approaches such as guided imagery, voice and body work. "Systems of authority undermine our self-authority to secure obedience, thus self-esteem becomes the root of revolution." Gloria Steinem