Clinical Qualifications:-M.Sc. in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy from Birkbeck College, University of London.-one of the leading academic and clinical college institutions for psychotherapy in the UK and an B.Sc. (Hons) Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the School of Psychology at the University of East London. Both programs have enriched my clinical work by allowing me to practice with a wide variety of presenting concerns/issues. My intensive and rigorous training spanned over six years, this provides me with the expertise to offer you a confidential, safe, ethical, secure and a bespoke therapeutic service whilst utilising both my learnt and lived experiences
Professional Registrations - I am a professional registrant of BPC, the British Psychoanalytic Council, BACP - the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, APP- Association for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy and BAATN, the Black, African, Asian Therapy Network. I am also a Senior Associate Member for APPCIOS, the Association for Psychodynamic Practice
and Counselling in Organizational Settings.
International Experience - Having also worked and lived in the United States, Western Europe, and India has enriched my understanding of various traditions, cultures, identities/faiths. I work in a culturally sensitive way and welcome clients from all ages, genders, and beliefs.
I have particular interest in supporting women with perinatal and reproductive health concerns , some of the areas I can help with are: Antenatal and Postnatal Depression, Postpartum mental health-emotional support recuperation with baby feeding guilt /breastfeeding difficulties, (i.e. shame - fear of judgement or trauma). Pregnancy support, birth trauma, tokophobia, difficult birth experiences, abortion -termination, Infant loss - stillbirths, silent pregnancy, chemical pregnancy, fertility over forty, premenstrual syndrome, Menopause and its emotional impact, problems with uterus/fallopian tubes, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, vaginismus, early menopause , recurrent miscarriage, foetal abnormality, post operative depression, thyroid disorders, acute or chronic illness, cushing's syndrome, pelvic inflammatory disease, undergoing or considering fertility treatments ( IVF, ICSI, etc). Adoption, Surrogacy and Gamete donation. Male Fertility - Low sperm count/mobility, abnormal sperm, testicular issues, ejaculation disorders, PND.
Being a person of colour, I hold a special interest and have substantial experience in working with difference, identity, belonging, cultural/family dynamics and intergenerational trauma.
Counselling and Psychotherapy is, at its core, a relationship; an alliance, where we work collaboratively to explore your needs and concerns. Research has demonstrated that clients who have a positive experience of the therapeutic relationship are those who are much more likely to benefit from therapy. One of my main objectives is to facilitate clients/patients towards a greater appreciation of themselves and others. Having been fortunate to be trained in a pluralistic way, my work is informed by using a combination of psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and integrative approaches. These approaches examine thoughts that underlie human behaviour, emotions, feelings, dreams and how these might relate to early experience. In addition, our patterns of behaviour or relating may restrict / hold us back in many different ways. Through exploration and understanding how and why this is occurring, these patterns can be worked on. My role is to listen to your lived and learnt experiences, help and encourage you contemplate, recognise, explore and heal inner wounds that may stem from your early life or past that are affecting you today and helping you to gain insights and alleviate any distress. I will work with you by delivering either short, open-ended therapy to suit your individual circumstances and most importantly your needs. Please visit my website for more information - www.petalscp.com.
Taking the first step may feel difficult. I understand that and I am happy for us to talk on the phone to start with. Prior to starting any therapy, you and I would have an initial consultation. The initial consultation is an opportunity to get to know each other better and explore your needs and answer any questions you may have in a secure space without any obligation to continue.
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Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.
Therapy | Appointment Type | Rate | |
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Psychotherapy | Online/Telephone | £75 per 50 minutes | |
Counselling | Online/Telephone | £75 per 50 minutes |
Fees Individual 50 minute session from £75 Fees are dependant on room location and time of day. Please contact me to discuss your requirements. Fees can be paid in by cheque or bank transfer on a monthly basis. Any holiday already booked to take place within the first month of therapy does not have to be paid for, however, any other missed sessions will need to be paid for. Some concessions may be available in cases of hardship, I am happy to discuss these and are dependent on the time of day and location