Beginning Therapy
Life has moments when things feel heavy, confusing, or hard to navigate alone. You might feel anxious, low, or stressed, or notice that you keep running into the same painful patterns without knowing how to get yourself out of them.
Working with a clinical psychologist can give you a safe space to slow down and make sense of what you are experiencing. Therapy is not about "fixing" who you are; it is about building a deeper understanding of your emotions, shifting unhelpful habits, and changing how you relate to yourself and the people around you.
Therapy With Me
My approach to therapy is warm, empathic, and genuine. It is deeply important to me to create a safe space where you feel completely heard, respected, and understood.
Many people seek my support for help with specific challenges, such as navigating anxiety or managing workplace stress. Others meet with me because they value having a dedicated space to reflect, develop a deeper understanding of themselves, and work towards building a more positive relationship with themselves.
Usually I meet my clients once a week on the same day and time, however we can think together about a plan that works best for you and your therapeutic goals.
I offer sessions online and also in person at my clinic room located near London Liverpool Street.
My clinic location is: Token House, 11-12 Tokenhouse Yard, London, EC2R 7AS
My Approach
Because everyone I meet is unique, I use an integrative approach. This means I draw from a range of evidence-based therapeutic models to tailor our work specifically to you and your situation.
The frameworks I most frequently draw from include:
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Mentalisation-Based Therapy
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Compassion-Focused Therapy
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Psychodynamic Therapy
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Schema Therapy
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Cognitive Analytic Therapy
At the core of my practice, I always maintain a trauma-informed and attachment-focused stance.
This means I look at how your past relationships and life experiences shape how you view yourself and the world today, ensuring our work always feels safe, respectful, and at a pace that is managable and helpful to you.
My Experience
As a Senior Clinical Psychologist with nearly 15 years of experience in the NHS, I have worked across a diverse range of clinical settings. My background spans adult mental health, child and adolescent services, inpatient facilities, and supporting individuals dealing with the psychological impact of physical health conditions.
Throughout my career, I have specialised in supporting individuals who have experienced complex trauma. When early life or childhood lacks a fundamental sense of safety—whether due to emotional, physical, or sexual abuse, or through painful experiences of loss and neglect—it profoundly shapes how we grow. For many, this background means never having had the opportunity to learn how to recognise or regulate intense emotions. It can feel as though your feelings happen to you, leaving you feeling out of control, disconnected, or entirely overwhelmed.
Often, people turn to substances, self-harm, or impulsive behaviors just to survive and cope with that overwhelming pain. My training and clinical experience allow me to help you make sense of these patterns without judgment. Together, we will build a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship that serves as a secure base for your healing.
Beyond trauma work, I routinely support clients through a wide range of life events and mental health challenges, including:
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Anxiety and low mood
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Workplace stress and professional burnout
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Navigating major life transitions, such as parenthood or adjusting to physical health difficulties.
I place a profound value on exploring the relationships in our lives—the roles we play, how we perceive others, and how our early attachments ripple into our modern world. Our work together will provide you with a dedicated, non-judgmental space to process your past, understand your present, and move safely toward lasting repair and healing.
I am registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and completed my Doctorate of Clinical Psychology at University College London (UCL). I am also a British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) accredited Mentalisation-Based Therapy (MBT) practitioner (which was primarily developed to treat "BPD") from the Anna Freud Centre.
Pricing
15 minute Phone Call
Free
Taking the first step to speaking with a therapist can be daunting and it is important you feel we are the right ‘fit’. I offer a free, 15 minute phone call to discuss what you would like from therapy and answer any questions you may have. We can also discuss my available time slots and whether these would work for you.
Individual Psychology Sessions
£120 - online
£130 - in person
Couples/Family Psychology Sessions
£130 - online
£140 - in person
I work with many Private Health insurance companies including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva and VitalityHealth.
All sessions last for 50 minutes and usually take place at the same time each week.
I offer sessions online and also in my clinic in London Liverpool Street, a short walk from the station. Please get in touch for more information.