The counselling relationship is fundamental and trust, safety, respect and acceptance are all qualities I value highly. I practice mindfulness daily which is a valuable resource I draw upon. I also abide by the BACP ethical framework for good practice.
I work in a collaborative way to facilitate client's self understanding and empowerment. I have a particular interest in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Both have a self help emphasis with power to change our relationship to our thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations and behaviours leading to greater self acceptance and well being.
I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy when appropriate together with similar approaches to help clients to explore their core beliefs, assumptions, thinking patterns, feelings and body sensations. This includes understanding how these elements have developed through childhood and their effects on the present. From this understanding and awareness changes can be made to improve one's wellbeing and quality of life. The Counselling can also facilitate a greater awareness and acceptance of parts of ourselves we have neglected or projected outwards.
I believe in reflective practice and have an ongoing commitment to my own personal development. I have regular, confidential, professional supervision.
