About me

 

My interests in human nature and life has developed from a very young age.I have always found it fascinating how intelligent the human body is, and how body, mind and emotions are interrelating. I have always been interested in how people think, behave and perceive the world.
I believe that I was drawn to this type of work partly because of the many difficulties, challenges and adversity that I have experienced in life.These experiences which I like to refer to as the 'touch stones' of my existence, have not only shaped me into the person that I am today, but they are the source of personal strength and courage, and they also help me to understand, connect and empathize with my clients on a deeper level. 
I feel really fortunate to have worked with some amazing people, who despite their suffering and pain has found the courage to seek help in order to change and live a more fulfilling life. And I find this truly inspirational.

 

 

My Approach

 

I am a fully qualified counsellor and my practice is rooted in the Person Centred approach.
I respect the client's autonomy and uniqueness, and my work is guided by the client experience.I believe that everyone has the ability to achieve their full potential, and I provide warm and nurturing environment of unconditional acceptance, empathic understanding and genuineness. Rather than focusing on the symptoms of your problems, I engage with the whole person, mindful of the interconnection between the emotions, mind, and body. And I am also mindful of events that may have happened in the past and the impact and connections these have on the present.

I do not look to provide a specific cure for your issues and pain, but instead to foster an attitude of self- care and compassion alongside self- direction. And if the words are too painful to express I am open to use creative activities like painting, drawing,or relaxation exercises.

I believe that counselling acts as a catalyst and facilitates the process of inner growth and strength. This process will enable you to gain a new perspective in your life and make positive  changes. I see counselling as a journey of self-discovery, it  could be scary, it could be painful, but ultimately it is a rewarding journey of becoming.

 

 

 

Qualifications and Training

I take great pride in my work and I always strive for and deliver excellence in my own work.

• BA (Hons) degree in Person Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy at University of Warwick

• Foundation degree in Person Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of Warwick

• Children’s development, Level 2, Open University 

• Certificate in Counselling Skills, Level 2, Birmingham Metropolitan College

• Counselling: Exploring anxiety and depression, Level 2, Open University 

• Counselling studies, Level 1, Open University 

 

 

Experience

 

I  have worked in  a variety of settings :

• domestic violence counsellor for domestic violence agency 
  in Sutton Coldfield

• pregnancy counsellor for a familly planning centre in Birmingham

• student and staff counsellor for University of Warwick

• school counsellor for Place To Be

 

and I have experience working with a variety of issues like:

• self development/stress

• depression / post-natal depression

• anxiety /panic /phobias

• addictions

• childhood abuse / neglect

• domestic violence / abuse

• bullying

• rape

• relationship /family difficulty

• bereavement and loss

• obsessive compulsive disorder

• slow self esteem/confidence

• self-harm

• cultural /multicultural issues

• post-traumatic  stress disorder/trauma

• life changes/ difficulties

• maternity issues

 

I work with:

• Young people

• Adults

• Older adults

• Couples

• Organisations

• Employee Assistance Programme