About...
I am a qualified integrative arts counsellor based in Leigh-on-sea, Essex, specifically trained to work with teenagers (ages 12-25).
There are many factors that lead people to seek therapy, and finding the right therapist can be a daunting experience. The relationship between therapist and client is central to my work. I provide a safe, confidential space, met with warmth, acceptance and respect. As we build a relationship together, I offer clients supportive invitations to use the arts to explore their emotional and psychological experiences. Arts counselling is a useful therapeutic process for people of all ages, but it is particularly good when working with those who are unable to articulate their distress, especially young people. It may be that they do not fully understand or comprehend their trauma, or perhaps it is just too big and overwhelming. Psychological healing is not a straightforward experience. Like a journey, there can be many challenges along the way. Integrating different models of theory and the use of the arts provides flexibility to grow, adapt and reflect therapeutically to find the right way forward for each client. |