I believe that building a strong and collaborative therapeutic relationship is vital to any successful therapy. I see my clients as the experts in their own lives, and while I can bring a fresh perspective, drawing on a wealth of knowledge and experience of human relationships, I will always be guided by what feels right and manageable for you.
In the early stages of therapy, I will spend time getting to know you, and making sure that I understand what’s important to you, how your difficulties started, and what is keeping them going. I have a warm and gentle style, and although I might challenge you at times, I won’t ever judge you or your choices. I hope to build a relationship in the early stages of therapy, where you feel safe enough to begin to talk about the more difficult aspects of your experience. When working with couples and families, I am also mindful of my relationship with everyone in the room. I do my very best to make sure everyone knows I support them individually as well as collectively, without leaving anyone feeling like I’m ‘taking sides’.