My Background
Cultural Identity As a ‘Third Culture Kid’ (raised in Ireland by Scottish parents), I have a lived understanding of navigating multiple heritages, yearning to belong, and the complexities of ‘home.’
Psychology Before training in counselling and psychotherapy, I studied psychology (MA) and worked across a range of roles, including providing therapy (CBT) in an NHS service for people experiencing anxiety, assistant nursing in psychiatric wards, and support work for neurodiverse adults and children (especially autism).
Personal Development I decided to train in counselling because of my personal experience of long-term therapy, so I have an inside-out understanding of the benefits and challenges of the therapeutic journey.
Creative Practice / Fine Art I studied Fine Art (BA, PGDip) and worked for many years as an artist. I approach counselling with the same questions I held as a creative practitioner. What is it like to be human? How do we create meaning? How do we know others and how do others know us?