Therapy begins with an assessment. This is a 50 minute session in which you describe your current difficulties are and what you would like to get out of therapy. it also give us an opportunity to work out whether to work together. There is no obligation to continue with therapy after assessment. 

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I work pluralistically. This means that I use different psychotherapeutic approaches to suit different peoples' needs. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) forms the basis of my practice. This is a type of psychotherapy that is recommended by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) for people diagnosed with depression, anxiety, bulimia nervosa and many other difficulties. I am also use interpersonal therapy (IPT) and psychodynamic therapy. Both of these therapeutic models entail psychological change through focus on relationships and an particular, the therapeutic relationship. In addition, I use DBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness based strategies. I use EMDR for working with psychological trauma.  

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In all therapeutic interventions I work together towards agreed goals based on a collaborative formulation  that places high value on your culture and beliefs.​​​