Work with me

About the Work

My work is rooted in systemic and relational thinking, and in emotion-focused (EFT) approaches.

This means we don’t understand difficulties as existing only “inside” you as an individual, but as something that develops within a wider context — in relationships, personal histories, and the expectations and environments you are part of.

At the same time, we pay close attention to your lived experience: your thoughts, feelings, emotional responses, and the meanings you give to what is happening.

In practice, this means we don’t only talk about situations in a detached or purely analytical way. We also work with what you are feeling in the moment, because emotions often carry important information about what matters, what feels difficult, and what may be needed.

Rather than starting with thinking alone, we often begin with experience. From there, understanding can develop in a way that feels more grounded and meaningful — creating a foundation for change.

In our conversations, we slow things down together. We might pause on a moment, return to something that stood out, or gently explore a reaction or feeling that is not yet fully clear.

This way of working is sometimes called experiential, meaning we work with what is being felt and experienced in the moment — alongside reflection and understanding, rather than focusing on thoughts alone.

You won’t need to prepare anything in advance or have the “right” words. We begin wherever you are.

There is no fixed agenda. The work takes shape around what feels most relevant and meaningful for you, while I help guide the process so it remains focused and supportive.

How the work unfolds

We usually begin with an initial conversation where we get a sense of what is bringing you in, what feels important to you, and what you would like to understand or change. This is not a rigid or formal assessment, but a starting point for understanding your situation.

From there, the work develops session by session. As we go, our understanding can shift or deepen, and we adjust the focus together. In that sense, the assessment is ongoing and part of the process, rather than something that happens only at the beginning.

Towards the end of sessions, we often take a moment to reflect on what stood out, what felt important, or what may be becoming clearer. This helps to create a sense of direction and shared understanding of the work.

People come with different needs and at different paces. Sometimes even a few sessions can lead to meaningful shifts or new perspectives.

For many individuals, couples, and families, a noticeable shift can already take place within the first few sessions. For some, this may feel like enough to continue on their own. Others may recognise that ongoing support is helpful to deepen or maintain these changes.

The aim is not simply to “fix” a problem, but to help you relate differently to yourself, others, and the situations you are in — in ways that open up new possibilities, with or without ongoing support.

Where helpful, and with your agreement, I can also work alongside other professionals involved in your care — such as GPs, mental health services, or social supports — or help connect you with additional services. This allows for a more joined-up approach, where different forms of support can work together in a way that benefits the overall process.

Other, Additional Work

Alongside face2face & online therapy  I also offer group therapy and support groups. These groups can offer a space to continue and deepen the work started in individual or relational sessions.

For some, group work becomes a way to maintain and build on changes that have already begun — particularly when individual support is no longer needed in the same way. For others, it offers the opportunity to learn alongside and from others who are navigating similar challenges. Group work can also be a more accessible and cost-effective way of staying connected to the process.

Over time, some workshops and training will also be offered on themes that often arise in my work — such as relationships, attachment, parenting, communication, mental health, and addiction. These will be developed in response to need and interest, and will be open to both clients and the wider community. Sign up to my newsletter to stay informed. 

For professionals

In addition to therapeutic work, I provide supervision, training, and a reflective space for individual professionals and teams. This includes support for those who want to integrate more systemic, relational, and experiential attachment based approaches in their work.

Teams in support-based roles are also welcome to engage in external supervision or reflective conversations around their work.

If you as a professional consider referring clients please don’t hesitate to contact me to discuss needs and suitability. 

If something here resonates, you are welcome to reach out or explore working together. You don’t need to have the right words yet, or know exactly what you need. That is something we can begin to make sense of together in our first conversations.

You are welcome to reach out via the contact page. You can also sign up to the newsletter for updates about the practice and upcoming offerings.