My Background I grew up in Ireland with Scottish parents, so like many people I identify with more than one culture or heritage.
Psychology Before training in counselling and psychotherapy, I studied psychology (MA) and worked across a range of roles, including providing therapy in an NHS service for people experiencing anxiety and depression, assistant nursing in psychiatric wards, and support work for neurodiverse adults and children (especially autism).
Personal Development I decided to train in counselling because of my personal experience of long-term therapy, so I have an inside-out understanding of the benefits and challenges of the therapeutic journey.
Creative Practice / Fine Art I studied Fine Art (BA, PGDip) and worked for many years as an artist. I approach counselling with the same questions I held as a creative practitioner. What is it like to be human? How do we create meaning? What is it to belong?