A Bit About Me
I was born in Chicago, USA to British parents and grew up in South Africa, where I completed my early education and university studies in psychology and philosophy. Living in different cultural environments from an early age has shaped my curiosity about people and the different ways we understand ourselves, our relationships and the world around us.
After completing my undergraduate studies, I moved to Ireland to pursue postgraduate study in Applied Psychology, at Trinity College Dublin, and worked as an Assistant Psychologist in the city. I later moved to the UK, where I continued my professional development through training in therapeutic counselling while working as a Psychology Tutor at the University of Sussex International Study Centre. Alongside my professional and therapeutic training, I have also been raising my family, which has given me a personal appreciation of the many demands and changes that can come with relationships, work and family life.
My interest in therapy grew from a longstanding curiosity about what lies beneath people's experiences: why we think and behave as we do, how our relationships shape us, and why we can sometimes find ourselves repeating patterns that we don't fully understand. My background in psychology, philosophy and psychotherapy has allowed me to approach these questions from different perspectives.
As a therapist, I try to bring the same curiosity and openness to my work with clients. I don't assume that I already know what your experiences mean or that there is a simple explanation for why you feel the way you do. I enjoy thinking carefully with people about their experiences and making sense of the connections between their past, their relationships and the life they are living now.
I would describe my style as thoughtful, genuine and down-to-earth. I want therapy to feel like a place where you can speak honestly without having to present yourself in a particular way or worry about saying the “right” thing. You don't need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to talk about or having already worked out what is wrong. We can begin with where you are and work things out together.
Work Experience
2025 - present | Therapeutic Counsellor
2023 | Psychology Tutor
2022 | Assistant Psychologist
During my therapeutic counselling diploma training, I worked as a trainee counsellor with CHOOSEtherapy, providing integrative therapy to adults in an online setting. I now provide face-to-face integrative therapy at The Therapy Clinic in Hove, alongside my private practice. Across both settings, I have worked with adults experiencing a range of personal, emotional and relationship difficulties. My clinical work is undertaken within regular supervision and in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework.
I worked as a Psychology Tutor at the University of Sussex International Study Centre, teaching psychology to international students across foundation, undergraduate and pre-master’s programmes. Alongside teaching and assessment, the role involved supporting students’ wellbeing and progression, recognising when additional support was needed and liaising with colleagues to ensure appropriate pastoral care. The experience developed my skills in listening, communication, building rapport with people from diverse backgrounds, and responding thoughtfully to individual needs. I also worked privately online for tutoring psychology students across the U.K.
I worked as an Assistant Psychologist at the Jung Institute for Free Analysis for Children and Adolescents (JIFACA) in Dublin, under the supervision of Dr Ian McCabe. JIFACA provides therapeutic support to children and adolescents referred by GPs, schools and childcare services across Ireland. In this role, I provided free counselling to children and young people, with a particular emphasis on Jungian approaches, including sandplay therapy. The experience gave me valuable insight into working therapeutically with children and adolescents and into understanding their emotional and psychological difficulties within the context of their families and wider relationships.
Education
2024 - 2026
L4 Diploma, Therapeutic Counselling
Counselling and Psychotherapy
Training Academy
I completed the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, developing a foundation in integrative therapeutic practice. My training covered humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural approaches, alongside Clarkson’s Five Relational Model, which places the therapeutic relationship at the centre of clinical work. The course developed my skills in therapeutic listening, formulation, reflective practice and working thoughtfully with clients as individuals rather than applying a single approach to everyone.
2020 - 2021
MSc, Applied Psychology
Trinity College Dublin
I completed an MSc in Applied Psychology with a focus on mental health and psychological interventions. My studies developed my understanding of psychological theory, research methods and the application of evidence-based interventions. For my research dissertation, I investigated the effectiveness of online CBT interventions within the NHS, receiving a distinction for my research.
2019
PGCE, Psychology
WITS
I completed an internationally recognised professional teaching qualification, specialising in Life Orientation, a broad subject encompassing personal and social development, social-emotional learning, wellbeing, civic education, human rights and career guidance. The breadth of the subject required me to research and integrate knowledge across different disciplines. I was one of the top-performing students in my PGCE cohort, recognised for my academic writing, curiosity, conscientiousness and ability to engage with new areas of knowledge.
2018
Honours, Psychology
WITS
I completed an Honours degree in Psychology with a particular focus on psychological interventions and the application of psychological theory. My research examined anomie and levels of social integration in South Africa, developing my skills in psychological research, critical analysis and academic writing, while deepening my interest in the social and relational factors that influence psychological wellbeing.
2014 - 2017
BA, Psychology & Philosophy
UNISA
I completed a BA in Psychology and Philosophy, graduating Cum Laude. My studies included childhood development, mental health and psychological theory, alongside Western and African philosophy. Studying these disciplines together developed my interest in understanding people from both psychological and philosophical perspectives, as well as strengthening my skills in critical thinking, research, analysis and written communication.
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