Qualifications, Training and Experience
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – Leeds City College
BSc (hons) Psychology – Nottingham Trent University
‘Your Inner Child’ workshop – Catherine O’Riordan
TA101 – Introduction to Transactional Analysis – The Horsforth Centre
Introduction to Sand Tray Training – Wellspring Therapy & Training
KRASACC – Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence
Mosaic II – 30 hours Training – Issues Surrounding Sexual Abuse
Online Safeguarding Training – Awareness of Child Abuse and Neglect
Safeguarding Children and Young People Workshop
Mental Health Awareness Training
Equality and Diversity Training
Designated Safeguarding Officer – Level 3 Training
CBT for Trauma Training
Introduction to Breathwork Facilitation – John Paul Mason (Breathing Journeys)
Counselling Children & Young People (ages 5-15) – Noah’s Ark Centre
REWIND Therapy – RASA Merseyside – Laura Keegan (International Association for Rewind Trauma Therapy)
Carolyn Spring Training – ‘Working with Trauma’ Webinar Series
Therapeutic Work with Eating Difficulties – York Women’s Counselling Service
Mosaic II – Volunteer Counsellor – working with the families and survivors of sexual abuse and trauma
Noah’s Ark Centre – Volunteer Counsellor – working with children and adults with a variety of presenting issues
ChildLine UK – Volunteer Telephone Counsellor – offering comfort, support and practical advice to young people and children who called the service for help
I have over 8 years of experience working in pastoral and welfare support roles in schools, 6th forms and FE colleges, promoting positive wellbeing in young people through building independence, confidence and resilience.
I work with a variety of issues, including, but not limited to: adult survivors of sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, eating disorders, bereavement, trauma, anger, self-harm, stress, low-confidence, relationship issues, domestic violence, addictions, suicidal thoughts.
I also have significant experience of working with young people and adults on the autistic spectrum and with other learning difficulties.
Alongside my private practice, I also coordinate a counselling and wellbeing service for young people aged 15-25 years (June 2024-present)