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My therapeutic practice is rooted in Psychodynamic theory, and I believe that therapy is, above all, an act of listening. Through my listening to you in a way which you may not have experienced before, you may become able to listen to yourself in a different, and possibly more authentic, manner.

You may have a very specific issue or issues to bring to therapy; or you may not know precisely why you want to come, but just feel that it might help you. In both cases, I will try to listen to you in a way which will frame our conversation to enable you to reach a deeper level of understanding about yourself, your patterns in life and any unconscious forces which might be present in your life. The therapeutic space is for you to fill, and I will not offer you advice or give you my opinion: what I will do is highlight some of what you say, and see where that takes us.

I aim to provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space in which you can consider any material you choose to bring, and this can be undertaken in short-term or open-ended therapy, both in-person and online.

Therapy does not work to a template, there is no method or recipe. Two people sit in a room together and talk: what happens next is why we are there.

I offer therapy to couples, and these sessions will be held online or in person in Hove. I hold a Certificate in Working with Couples from the Connexus Institute, and am currently undertaking the Gottman Institute's Clinical Foundations Course in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

I offer a thoughtful, confidential space in which you can explore whatever may be troubling you at your own pace. As a psychodynamic therapist, I am interested in how past experiences and unconscious patterns can shape current thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Together, we can begin to make sense of these patterns and consider how they may be affecting your life now.

People come to therapy for many reasons: perhaps you are feeling anxious, low, or stuck, or struggling in relationships, or facing a significant life change. You do not need to have everything clearly defined before you begin. Part of the work is discovering what feels important and meaningful for you.

My approach is collaborative and attentive. I aim to listen carefully and without judgement, while also offering reflections that may help deepen your understanding of yourself. Over time, this process can support greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and the possibility of change.

Sessions usually take place weekly at a regular time and last 50 minutes. I offer both open-ended and shorter-term work, depending on your needs.

The first session is an opportunity for us to meet and begin to think together about what has brought you to therapy. I will invite you to say a little about yourself and what you are hoping for, and I may ask some gentle questions to build a fuller picture of your situation.

This session is also a space for you to get a sense of how I work and whether you feel comfortable with me. There is no obligation to continue beyond this initial meeting.

Towards the end of the session, we can discuss whether it feels helpful to go forward and, if so, agree a regular time to meet. I will also outline practical details such as confidentiality, cancellations, and fees.

I do not require any formal assessment or paperwork in advance, although I may make brief notes during or after our session in line with professional guidelines.