Common issues that people come to see me for have included, depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationships and trauma. I have prepared some information about each of these issues for your interest. I have also provided some useful links to help in your search for support and resources.
I provide supervision to those who work in counselling and human services, in particular the sexual assault and domestic violence field. I am available to provide debriefing for specific incidents that have occurred in your work that may have caused you distress or vicarious trauma. Issues and situations that arise at work can be confronting and you may need additional support to assist you both professionally and personally.
There are now hundreds of therapeutic approaches being offered to the community and this can be extremely confusing when trying to decide what approach and which therapist will suit you. While the approach is important, research has shown that the relationship between client and therapist is of greater significance. For more information go to www.talkingcure.com
Many psychotherapists are influenced by more than one theory and approach. My therapeutic approach is primarily psychodynamic which means that I see many of the emotional problems people experience to stem from past issues of childhood. I also work with an understanding of the unconscious and how it manifests itself in life, dreams and in the therapeutic relationship.
My clinical work is influenced by a person-centred approach which values the use of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard in the therapeutic relationship. Feminist theories and principles also informed the way I approach and understand issues such as sexual assault and violence against women. I keep myself informed with contemporary research into trauma and effective and safe ways of working with those who have experienced it.
My current study in psychoanalytic theory keeps me reading, thinking and learning and contributes to my clinical work.
I believe that people have power and wisdom within themselves, often at an unconscious level and given the opportunity and therapeutic space can be harnessed to improve life.