I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and supervisor and have been working with individuals and groups for the last twenty years. I would describe my orientation as psychoanalytic from within a contemplative perspective. By that I mean that I subscribe to the idea of an unconscious and believe that events and attitudes from early life can impact on our lives today. I understand that an awareness of these currents helps to increase the choices available to us. Yet I also know, as a long-time meditator, that paying attention in a non-judgemental fashion enables previously unbearable experiences to be borne and new possibilities discovered. I provide a safe space in which these experiences can be explored.
I was a member of the AGIP training committee for several years, including two years as chair of the committee. I am currently the course leader for the Guild's diploma in psychoanalytic supervision. I am also the lead practitioner for the reduced fee service at Number 42 in London Bridge. I mostly work in-person but can also offer online sessions.
I have also worked for many years within the NHS so have an understanding of the challenges of working in large organisations.
I have worked with many issues including:
- abuse
- ADHD
- addiction
- autistic spectrum
- anxiety
- bereavement
- bipolar disorders
- confusion
- depression
- emptiness
- isolation
- obsession and obsessive compulsive disorder
- personality disorder
- psychosis and psychotic episodes
- relationship issues
- searching for a sense of meaning
- spiritual crises
- struggling with conflict and indecision
- trauma