BA (Hons), MSc, MBACP

Education

After completing three years of prior counselling training, I studied an MSc in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, which included a thesis exploring the mental health of autistic university students. My thinking type is that of a ‘scientist-artist’, and my educational history speaks to this, as my first degree was in English Literature. I have a long-standing personal practice of meditation and mindfulness. Through the lens of literature, Eastern spiritual philosophy, and psychology, attempting to understand the fullness of living has taken up many years of my academic and personal study.

Experience

I completed my professional placement at a local counselling service based in Kidderminster. I have worked as a crisis helpline volunteer, and as a project coordinator for a counselling agency. Prior to my training as a counsellor, I worked in public libraries for over 10 years.

I identify as neurodivergent and queer, and have reflected on how these identities intersect personally. I may refer to my life experiences as a relational support in therapy, whilst exploring the unique configurations of identity within each person.

Member Organisations

I have an MSc in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, and I am a member of the BACP.

I work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework and maintain regular clinical supervision. I am actively engaged with difference, diversity and equality, and aim to make space for diverse perspectives on what it means to be human.