MY APPROACH
Therapy that looks at the whole picture, not just the problem.
I practise systemic psychotherapy, an evidence-based approach that helps individuals, couples and families understand and change the patterns that keep them stuck.
SYSTEMIC PSYCHOTHERAPY
Rather than asking 'what is wrong with you?' systemic therapy asks 'what has happened to you, and what is your relationship to what has happened?
Systemic psychotherapy is a form of therapy that focuses on relationships, patterns and context rather than on the individual in isolation. It understands that the difficulties people experience, whether in themselves, in their relationships, or in their families, rarely belong to one person alone.
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Instead of treating one person as 'the problem', systemic therapy looks at the whole system around them, the relationships, the communication patterns, the stories families tell about themselves, and works to change those patterns in ways that help everyone.
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It is an evidence-based approach, particularly well-established in the treatment of eating disorders, family difficulties, relationship breakdown, and the challenges that come with neurodiversity.
"Problems rarely belong to one person. They live in relationships, in patterns, and that is exactly where we work on them."
HOW I WORK
Four principles that guide every session.
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Curiosity over judgement
I don't arrive with a diagnosis or a predetermined view of what is wrong. I bring genuine curiosity about your specific situation, your history, your relationships, your context, and let that guide us.
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Collaboration over prescription
Therapy works best when both people are active participants. I don't hand down solutions. We figure things out together, building on your own strengths and insights rather than replacing them with mine.
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Relationships in focus
Even when working with one person, I hold the whole relational system in mind, the family, the couple, the workplace. Change in one part of the system creates change throughout it.
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Honesty with compassion
I believe in being direct. I will tell you what I notice, what I think, and where I see patterns, but always with care and without blame. Kindness and honesty are not opposites.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Sessions that feel like a conversation, not an interrogation.
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Most sessions involve talking, but not in a rigid, question-and-answer format. I work conversationally, following what feels most alive and important in the room. Depending on how you communicate best, we may also use other approaches.
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Sessions are 50 minutes. I see clients in person at my therapy room in Blackheath Village, SE London, online via secure video, and for walk and talk sessions in Greenwich Park.
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There is no fixed number of sessions. Some people find what they need in six to eight sessions. Others choose to work together for longer. We review progress regularly and you are always in control of how long we continue.
Individual sessions
£120
50 mins
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Couple / Family sessions
£160
50 mins
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Free initial call
No obligation
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you might want to know before getting started.
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
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If you are facing a situation that feels stuck, overwhelming, or too complex to navigate alone, therapy is likely to help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit. Many people come to therapy simply wanting to understand themselves or their relationships better.
Is everything confidential?​
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Yes. Everything discussed in sessions is completely confidential. The only exceptions are the standard legal requirements, if I have serious concerns about risk of harm to you or someone else, I have a professional duty to act. I will always discuss this with you first where possible.
How many sessions will I need?​
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There is no fixed answer. Some people find significant progress in six to eight sessions. Others choose to work for longer. We will regularly review progress together and you decide how long to continue. There is no obligation to commit to a set number upfront.
Do you offer a free consultation?​
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Yes, I offer a free 15-minute phone call before your first session. This gives us both a chance to see if we are a good fit before committing to anything. There is no obligation and no pressure.
Do both partners need to attend couples sessions?​
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For couples therapy, yes, both partners attend together. Occasionally I may suggest an individual session as part of the process, but the core work is done together. For family therapy, I work flexibly depending on who is available and what is most helpful.
What is the difference between systemic therapy and CBT?​
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CBT focuses on changing individual thoughts and behaviours. Systemic therapy looks at the whole relational context, how relationships, family patterns and communication styles shape the difficulties you are experiencing. Both have strong evidence bases; they simply work in different ways. Systemic therapy tends to be particularly effective for relationship and family difficulties.