Therapists
I practice from an integrative or pluralistic perspective - and at the heart of my approach lies a deep belief in your innate capacity for growth, healing, and self-actualisation. Drawing on the core humanistic principles of empathy, acceptance and authenticity, I offer a non-judgmental space where you’re free to explore your experience, voice your truth, and express yourself with greater ease and freedom. I also recognise that no single therapeutic approach can fully meet every person’s needs. That’s why I integrate elements from different modalities — including humanistic therapy, narrative and existential approaches, and Buddhist psychology - and adapt our work flexibly to respond to what you need, when you need it. This pluralistic stance ensures that therapy is not only collaborative, but tailored precisely to you. Together, we’ll build a therapeutic relationship where you’re the expert on your own life. As you’d expect, I bring knowledge, tools, and interventions—but only when they feel right for you. Your goals, values, and emerging needs shape the direction of our work. Whether you want to understand past patterns, develop new capabilities, or simply make sense of what’s happening now, I’ll walk beside you, offering support, challenge, and insight as appropriate. My aim is to help you move toward greater self-awareness, cultivate your personal agency so as to have a deeper sense of empowerment, and to foster a richer feeling of fulfilment. We do this by helping you to access your own inner strengths, discover fresh perspectives, and live more closely aligned with your own values, wants and needs.
In my therapy practice, I welcome adults (18+) who are navigating a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges: anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, life transitions, self-confidence, relational difficulties, loss, and more. I also support clients who are simply seeking self-growth, clarity, or a stronger sense of purpose. I operate both in person - in a comfortable, confidential clinic - and online, giving you flexibility to choose what feels most accessible. I maintain professional standards, engaging in regular clinical supervision, and I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, abiding by our ethical framework to ensure your safety and wellbeing. My therapeutic approach is rooted in pluralism — an approach that grows from humanistic traditions but goes beyond them. Pluralism recognises that while person-centred therapy offers powerful foundations, other modalities bring complementary perspectives and techniques. For instance, I might draw on Buddhist psychology to explore patterns of emotional reactivity or lean into existential approaches to explore how we engage in living. This allows for a versatile, responsive approach: our sessions can shift to focus on understanding, insight, or action, depending on what supports you best. I don’t impose rigid agendas or pre-defined interventions. Instead, we collaborate: each session is shaped by you—your concerns, your pace, and your evolving needs. I honour your autonomy and treat you as a whole person, not a set of problems. Therapy with me is a journey of discovery, self-compassion, and growth. My role is to hold space, guide when needed, and empower you to find your own answers.
I’ve been practicing since 2009. I have an established clinic in central Hove and also offer online therapy via Zoom. During this time, I’ve helped women, men, and couples struggling with a wide range of issues and concerns. Alongside my practice, I’ve taught on a counselling diploma course, teaching theory, helping trainees develop their counselling skills, and facilitating personal development groups. I’ve also worked as a counsellor with a number of community based organisations serving people with disabilities, families affected by substance misuse, and young people who have lived unsettled lives.
Hove Therapy Rooms 69 Church Road Hove BN3 2BB