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Walking the path of discovery with the people who cross my path. The enrichment of life that occurs as we learn about each other.

Walking the path of discovery with the people who cross my path. The enrichment of life that occurs as we learn about each other.

Journeying with the client, holding a safe and compassionate space for understanding and awareness to develop and healing and compassion. Supporting the client to become aware of the impact of their...

Journeying with the client, holding a safe and compassionate space for understanding and awareness to develop and healing and compassion. Supporting the client to become aware of the impact of their mental states i.e. anger, resentment, worthlessness, and learning to become non-judgemental and dis-identify from them and make choices that support the lore.

Going on the journey with clients and guiding them along the way.

Going on the journey with clients and guiding them along the way.

Creating a safe & nurturing space for individuals to learn to trust again. The world has been cruel to all of us. We have ALL experienced trauma. Maybe not BIG capital T trauma, but we have...

Creating a safe & nurturing space for individuals to learn to trust again. The world has been cruel to all of us. We have ALL experienced trauma. Maybe not BIG capital T trauma, but we have definitely all experienced little “t” traumas - defined as highly distressing events that affected us on a personal level. For example: frightful events, non-life-threatening injuries, absent parents, emotional abuse, death of a pet, bullying, narcissism, feelings of abandonment etc. All of these events helped shape us into the adults that we are today. Often, in response to these events, we created what Bill Plotkin refers to as our Loyal Soldiers - protective strategies that were came about to help keep us safe. Because these adaptive strategies/emotional patterns were were born of a traumatic experience, every time that strategy/pattern is activated again in our adult lives, our bodies re-experience the pain of the initial trauma. Imagine how energetically exhausting that can be!! So I am deeply passionate about helping people to be gentle & kind with themselves and to develop a toolkit of self-care strategies so that they can learn how to self-soothe and calm their nervous system.

What I like most about being a therapist is the opportunity to witness the profound transformations that occur within my clients' lives. There's something incredibly rewarding about being a part of...

What I like most about being a therapist is the opportunity to witness the profound transformations that occur within my clients' lives. There's something incredibly rewarding about being a part of someone's journey towards healing, growth, and self-discovery. I find great fulfillment in providing a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. Building strong therapeutic relationships and witnessing the resilience and courage of my clients as they navigate through life's challenges is truly inspiring. Moreover, I value the privilege of being able to support individuals in uncovering their inner strengths, gaining new insights, and developing healthier coping mechanisms. Seeing clients break free from limiting beliefs, overcome obstacles, and ultimately thrive is incredibly gratifying. Ultimately, what I love most about being a therapist is the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of others and to contribute to their journey towards greater happiness, fulfillment, and well-being.

Facilitating the changes in perspective to allow an individual or groups to be able to move through a sense of immobilisation or confusion and start to make sense of their current or past experiences.

Facilitating the changes in perspective to allow an individual or groups to be able to move through a sense of immobilisation or confusion and start to make sense of their current or past experiences.

Hearing others stories and seeing them achieve their objectives, aims and ambitions.

Hearing others stories and seeing them achieve their objectives, aims and ambitions.

Being a counsellor/psychotherapist is what was traditionally a calling. Like nursing and teaching, I think you always knew that you wanted to help others. In my work I get to help people from many...

Being a counsellor/psychotherapist is what was traditionally a calling. Like nursing and teaching, I think you always knew that you wanted to help others. In my work I get to help people from many walks of life; many of whom I would never usually meet. When I see clients making progress, overcoming addictions, getting their lives back on track and feeling positive about life, that's when I feel that there is no problem that is ever too large to be shared and overcome. That's what gets me up in the mornings.

Facilitating change, watching someone become the person they were meant to be. Bearing witness to what unfolds when some of the barriers to expression, confidence and self worth are removed.

Facilitating change, watching someone become the person they were meant to be. Bearing witness to what unfolds when some of the barriers to expression, confidence and self worth are removed.

Being a therapist is a gift, and hard work. To have people entrust me with sharing their inner world is a privilege.

Being a therapist is a gift, and hard work. To have people entrust me with sharing their inner world is a privilege.

I love the satisfaction of seeing people feel freedom and growth.

I love the satisfaction of seeing people feel freedom and growth.

What I love most about being a therapist is the privilege of listening to someone tell their story. It's truly remarkable to be trusted with the intimate experiences and emotions of others. Every...

What I love most about being a therapist is the privilege of listening to someone tell their story. It's truly remarkable to be trusted with the intimate experiences and emotions of others. Every story is unique, and helping clients navigate their journey and find their own strengths is incredibly rewarding.

The variety in my work and seeing people thrive rather than just survive.

The variety in my work and seeing people thrive rather than just survive.

Giving back! Offering that platform that may give someone that feeling of hope, justification, shift at a time of their lives where they may be stuck in or wish to move from... the brainstorming with...

Giving back! Offering that platform that may give someone that feeling of hope, justification, shift at a time of their lives where they may be stuck in or wish to move from... the brainstorming with patients and 'pulling at that string' to find their strengths and skills... love that!

In amidst the seriousness - finding and sharing laughter with my clients. Also the moment when we both agree that all is well in their world & it's time to say farewell.

In amidst the seriousness - finding and sharing laughter with my clients. Also the moment when we both agree that all is well in their world & it's time to say farewell.

To be honest, I just really like spending time with people. Although it does have its difficult moments I find therapy to be very enjoyable. You also get to see people do some pretty amazing things....

To be honest, I just really like spending time with people. Although it does have its difficult moments I find therapy to be very enjoyable. You also get to see people do some pretty amazing things. I'm frequently amazed by how courageous my clients can be.

I love connecting with people and being there when people have moments of insight and clarity.

I love connecting with people and being there when people have moments of insight and clarity.

I take enormous joy and satisfaction in seeing people benefit from therapy and watching 'the cloud' often lift before my eyes - Seeing the look of pride in overcoming what seemed an insurmountable...

I take enormous joy and satisfaction in seeing people benefit from therapy and watching 'the cloud' often lift before my eyes - Seeing the look of pride in overcoming what seemed an insurmountable barrier; hearing a mother tell of her delight in 'getting their son back'; getting news of the new promotion, or family BBQ full of laughter; or supporting a couple who manage to reconnect or find each other again. At times the road may feel long for you, but you know with professional support you can be on your way to a new view of the world.

The opportunity and privilege of being included and invited to help people help themselves.

The opportunity and privilege of being included and invited to help people help themselves.

I find it very rewarding being entrusted with assisting clients to improve their overall mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. It gives me great satisfaction and contentment in seeing how my...

I find it very rewarding being entrusted with assisting clients to improve their overall mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. It gives me great satisfaction and contentment in seeing how my solution focused and holistic approach that is tailored to their individual needs is assistive to them in finding their own solutions for achieving their desired outcomes.

I love the connection each new therapeutic relationship brings and the depth of the longer term relationships. The opportunity to metabolise trauma and reveal intimacy. A chance to see each person for...

I love the connection each new therapeutic relationship brings and the depth of the longer term relationships. The opportunity to metabolise trauma and reveal intimacy. A chance to see each person for who they are, and to share in the rich and meaningful idiosyncrasies of each person's humanity.

Learning from others and the privilege of sharing their experiences

Learning from others and the privilege of sharing their experiences

Helping people to learn that they have the answers within.

Helping people to learn that they have the answers within.

Connecting authentically with other humans Solving tricky, persistent, difficult things with other humans Having fun and enjoying the process of growth and being present

Connecting authentically with other humans Solving tricky, persistent, difficult things with other humans Having fun and enjoying the process of growth and being present

In my work I most enjoy being present to the breakthrough moments when clients discover in their own minds and hearts the bigger picture of their lives in a way that brings ease and peace. Although...

In my work I most enjoy being present to the breakthrough moments when clients discover in their own minds and hearts the bigger picture of their lives in a way that brings ease and peace. Although therapy may sound a bit like hard work we also get to smile and laugh at times.

I love the utmost presence I feel when I am holding space with someone. I love the fascination and acceptance I feel with someone's process and the intrigue and wonder at how the psyche and body knows...

I love the utmost presence I feel when I am holding space with someone. I love the fascination and acceptance I feel with someone's process and the intrigue and wonder at how the psyche and body knows how to heal itself when allowed the attention and safety.

Seeing the transformation in others' lives, watching in many cases tears and distress move to laughter and gratitude for the lives they didn't realise they were living.

Seeing the transformation in others' lives, watching in many cases tears and distress move to laughter and gratitude for the lives they didn't realise they were living.

Working with people and music everyday. I also like that it is a job that aligns with the important things in my life: People, creativity, playfulness, curiosity, simplicity and laughter.

Working with people and music everyday. I also like that it is a job that aligns with the important things in my life: People, creativity, playfulness, curiosity, simplicity and laughter.

Finding emotional contact to another fellow human being and to share their journey of self-discovery, healing and growth.

Finding emotional contact to another fellow human being and to share their journey of self-discovery, healing and growth.

Listening to the stories, and helping clients make sense of their own story.

Listening to the stories, and helping clients make sense of their own story.

I love people. I am a people person. What I love most about being a therapist is sitting with another person in the realness of the other side of life.The part of life that most of us try to avoid,...

I love people. I am a people person. What I love most about being a therapist is sitting with another person in the realness of the other side of life.The part of life that most of us try to avoid, yet is as real as the good parts of life and if anything are the deeper parts. The side of life that I too experience from time to time. Sadness, suffering, confusion, loss, fear, vulnerability, anger and hurt etc. These emotions and experiences are as much a part of the human psyche as joy, awe, gratitude, love, excitement, happiness, togetherness and peacefulness etc. Yet more often than not we try to avoid the painful parts of life until we cannot avoid them any longer. I often see people at their most vulnerable and I find this place of vulnerability to be very precious, real, meaningful and courageous. I too know this place of vulnerability and I know that making friends with our difficult emotions and experiences in life will eventually lead to a more fuller enjoyment of ourselves and life and less fear around the more difficult parts of ourselves and life. I love the sensitivity and care of my work as I keep close company with my clients until they can reach their own insights and discoveries of themselves and develop the strength and courage required to be open to all parts of themselves and life. As a therapist I am continually humbled and grateful to my clients who show up with the courage required to explore the difficulties that life presents.

I am most grateful for the privilege of being able to hold space for my clients. Being able to support people to do the inner work is a gift. The journey of healing, growth and personal transformation...

I am most grateful for the privilege of being able to hold space for my clients. Being able to support people to do the inner work is a gift. The journey of healing, growth and personal transformation is real, raw, messy and heart-opening work.

Often clients can present hoping that therapy might give them a better understanding of their own lives. They may feel stuck', or not know how they have got to this point in their journey. Exploring...

Often clients can present hoping that therapy might give them a better understanding of their own lives. They may feel stuck', or not know how they have got to this point in their journey. Exploring past experiences and patterns can often allow a client to join the dots', and there is that wonderful moment when they gain insight into what has been elusive. Sometimes this is the start of introducing a way forward to improved wellbeing and greater life satisfaction.

When clients say that they have changed, broken habits that they thought they could never do. When they make decisions they doubted they were ever capable of. When a client tells me that they feel...

When clients say that they have changed, broken habits that they thought they could never do. When they make decisions they doubted they were ever capable of. When a client tells me that they feel they no longer need therapy and that they have achieved what they came to me to do I feel delighted.

It is an incredible privilege to hear people share their personal challenges, hopes and accomplishments.

It is an incredible privilege to hear people share their personal challenges, hopes and accomplishments.

I love helping people to feel better. I'm really curious about people so I love finding out what it's like to be them. And I feel really honoured when they trust me with their innermost secrets.

I love helping people to feel better. I'm really curious about people so I love finding out what it's like to be them. And I feel really honoured when they trust me with their innermost secrets.