​​I am an accredited Clinical Associate in Psychology with the British Psychological Society and work as an SCM Practitioner with experience supporting individuals across community, crisis and specialist mental health services. Alongside my NHS role, I provide private emotional wellbeing support for young people and adults who may be experiencing challenges such as anxiety, overwhelm, low confidence, performance pressure, life transitions, injury setbacks or the impact of long-term health conditions. My approach is practical, compassionate and focused on helping people develop the skills and strategies they need to move forward.

 

My Professional Background

 

My clinical experience spans a range of NHS services, including acute, crisis, community and specialist services. I currently work within a specialist pathway supporting individuals with complex emotional needs, helping them to better understand their experiences, develop coping strategies and make meaningful changes in their lives. This background has provided me with extensive experience supporting people through some of life's most difficult challenges while maintaining a focus on practical, evidence-based approaches.

 

Understanding Performance Pressure

 

Alongside my professional work, sport has been a significant part of my life. I have played rugby to National League level and, as a teenager, was part of an elite player development programme. These experiences gave me first-hand insight into the pressures that can accompany competitive sport, including expectations, selection and deselection, injury setbacks, confidence challenges and balancing performance with other areas of life. This understanding helps me connect with athletes and performers facing similar demands.

 

Supporting Young People

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A large part of my work involves supporting young people as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood. In addition to my psychological training and clinical experience, I am a GCSE maths tutor, giving me an appreciation of the academic pressures many young people face. Whether related to exams, confidence, friendships, sport, family life or future aspirations, I aim to provide a supportive environment where young people can develop practical skills and greater confidence in managing challenges.

 

Living with a Long-Term Health Condition

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I have lived with Type 1 diabetes for many years and understand the unique challenges that can come with managing a long-term health condition alongside education, work, sport and everyday life. Through both personal experience and giving talks with young people and their families, I have developed an appreciation of the emotional, practical and psychological demands involved. This perspective helps me support individuals who may be adjusting to a diagnosis, managing ongoing health challenges or striving to maintain confidence and wellbeing while living with a long-term condition.

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My Approach

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My role is not to tell people what to do, but to help them better understand their experiences, identify practical ways forward and build confidence in their own ability to cope and thrive. I aim to provide a supportive, collaborative and non-judgemental space to help you make meaningful progress.

 

We will focus on you as a person, not a label.​

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My Qualifications:

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• MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology, University College London

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• MSc Clinical Applications of Psychology, University of Hull​​​​​​

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• BSc Psychology, University of Hull

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• Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills, Oxbridge Home Learning

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• DBT Level 1, APT Accredited Mental Health Training

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• DBT Skills Training: Essentials, British Isles DBT Training​​​​​​​​​​

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• SCM Training, Anna Freud

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• Mental Health First Aid, MHFA England

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