Counselling and Psychotherapy
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in Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Northumberland
Counselling and Psychotherapy
As many therapists do, I integrate a number of theoretical models to create my own unique practice of counselling and psychotherapy. My core theoretical model is Transactional Analysis and I also draw on Person-centred principles, on Jungian psychology, Psychodynamic psychotherapy and current models of therapy for bereavement and trauma.
A protected space to talk, and be carefully listened to, is at the heart of counselling and psychotherapy. However, sometimes it isn't easy to find the words, and sometimes it can feel like words are part of the problem, masking our real selves. This is when creative interventions can be helpful. Using clay, pencils and paints, collage, imaginal interventions or using small figures to create a world in the sand - creative methods can tap into a surprising insight or solution, can clarify the way ahead as well as providing important processes of transition through grief and loss.
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For those who choose, body based approaches can also be helpful, particularly when working with the impact of trauma and in working with profound, early or non-verbal experience.
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​It is always your choice to work in ways that you are comfortable with and find useful.
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I am committed to non-discriminatory practice and recognise the active ingredients of privilege, marginalisation, and collective experience in the process of therapy.
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Together we will seek out what you need in order to find new clarity, empowerment and the possibility of joy.
In practice..
I offer an initial appointment at my standard rate, which gives you the opportunity to meet me, ask any questions and tell me about your concerns. We will briefly consider your background and current life situation.
I will explain what to expect from working with me and provide you with a clear, written agreement. I will let you know if I don't think I'm best placed to help you at this time and will suggest other resources or contacts.
In deciding to proceed, we would confirm a weekly appointment and an appropriate timescale - sometimes 4-6 weeks are enough to give you the tools to move forward, at other times, we would have an open ended agreement with regular reviews, allowing longer term work – this may be necessary to address deeper trauma, losses that have had a profound impact, or deeply held patterns which are no longer working for you.
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I am happy to discuss any initial questions you may have about counselling and psychotherapy on the phone, ahead of your making an appointment. My office hours are Tuesdays-Saturdays and I endeavour to reply to messages within 2 working days.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and practice within their ethical framework. This is detailed on their website, including information about their complaints procedure and further resources. I am accredited as a Psychotherapist through the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) .
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For further information about my qualifications and experience, please click here. For fees and locations click here.
