My Story
My journey toward becoming a counsellor began during my time as a foster carer. I was deeply puzzled by why some of my foster children resisted the love and care I wanted to provide. This curiosity led me to pursue a degree with the Open University, where I explored the fundamentals of child development and the profound impact of trauma. I was particularly fascinated by attachment theory and how the brain develops when deprived of love, including the heart-wrenching case studies of Romanian children in orphanages who were neglected of even the most basic care.
After earning my BSc degree, I furthered my education with a Counselling Diploma from CPCAB. This integrative training covered various therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT. I found Psychodynamic therapy particularly compelling because it examines how childhood trauma and the messages we receive from adults continue to influence us throughout our lives. My passion lies in helping to heal the traumatised child that often remains within the adult.
Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working with children as both a foster carer and a child therapist in a school on the Wirral. Additionally, I have had the privilege of counselling adults across a wide age range, from 18 to individuals in their 70s. My diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique challenges people face at different stages of life.
After earning my BSc degree, I furthered my education with a Counselling Diploma from CPCAB. This integrative training covered various therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and CBT. I found Psychodynamic therapy particularly compelling because it examines how childhood trauma and the messages we receive from adults continue to influence us throughout our lives. My passion lies in helping to heal the traumatised child that often remains within the adult.
Over the years, I have gained extensive experience working with children as both a foster carer and a child therapist in a school on the Wirral. Additionally, I have had the privilege of counselling adults across a wide age range, from 18 to individuals in their 70s. My diverse experience has deepened my understanding of the unique challenges people face at different stages of life.