About me...I am an independent qualified counsellor & psychotherapist in private practice, registered and accredited by the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), and hold a Diploma in Integrative Counselling from LIFE-FORCE, Colchester. I am additionally qualified to offer tailored hypnotherapy where such an approach is considered appropriate. Following over ten years experience counselling in London, I relocated to Plymouth I also offer online video sessions as well as support by phone / messaging chat on the BetterHelp platform I work within, and am guided by, the BACP code of conduct and ethical framework.A humanistic and non-pathologicalising person centred core approach will be supplemented by other approaches that may include:Behavioural (e.g. CBT) - raising awareness of how small changes in thoughts may produce powerful changes in well being.Psychodynamic - exploring unconscious elements that may have possibly evolved from childhood experience. Gestalt- appropriately challenging and promoting self-development in the “here and now”.Relaxation / mindful meditation techniques - refreshing and strengthening your inner resources and reinforcing desired change.Systemic (for couples) - exploring and addressing dynamic interactions within the relationship About you...Our ability to work together will be a very important element to successful therapy. Your first appointment is the best opportunity to find out whether I am the right counsellor for YOU.