I am a creative therapist who has previously worked in the arts and also spent many years in academia.

My qualifications include a Doctorate and Masters (distinction) in Psychoanalytic Studies (University Kent, Canterbury) a PG CERT in Psychodynamic Counselling (Oxford University) and a Prof Diploma in Integrative Counselling (distinction) I am trained in EMDR and have undertaken CPD in somatic experiencing for trauma and extreme difficulties. I have a BA (hons) in choreography (Dartington College of Arts). I am currently undertaking additional Embodied Psychotherapy training in order to integrate somatic and talking therapies.

I have developed a keen practice in phototherapy – examining the feelings, thoughts, memories and beliefs evoked from personal snapshots and family albums and these during sessions.
Through training in dance and choreography, I also have a special interest in the capacity of the body; in terms of movement, gesture, posture and gait, to heal.

Having co-led an Art PhD research programme at Goldsmiths, University of London, I have developed a lifelong commitment to research and really love learning from my clients.

My first publication, ‘Trauma as Blindness and not a Prospect of Vision’, was published in 1996 in PS Journal. I have written Psychoanalytic dictionary entries on Gender and Narcissism and published widely on Art and especially the Art of walking and photography. I have given talks on Art and Psychoanalysis, as well as performed and shown artwork across the UK and internationally.

Lastly, I am also a wellbeing coach and a Member of BACP, NCSPC and Association for Coaching.