Hello, I am Emma. 

I am a humanistic, psychotherapeutic counsellor who recognises the importance of an individual's potential and their ability to experience growth and change.  I specialise in a type of therapy known as 'Transactional Analysis'. 

Much of my experience includes working with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship dynamics, low self-esteem and identity.  

I work in an integrative way, which means I incorporate other modalities and techniques so I might talk with you about somatic/nervous system response (fight or flight) or self-compassion, or I may be curious with you about unconscious drives and symbolism in your dreams, for example. I welcome and I have experience working with neurodivergent clients. 

I  offer a free  phone 20-30 minute consultation to hear more about what has brought you here today and to answer any questions you may have.

I offer and I am experienced in online therapy which can often suit people by providing a flexible and effective alternative.

In my other role, I have managed a women's counselling service for a charitable organisation in Winchester for the last 5 years, where we offer free counselling to survivors of domestic violence.  This is a deeply meaningful role for me, and I have learned much from my work there.

I am committed to my continuing professional development and regularly attend workshops and training to enhance my knowledge, understanding and grounding in this field. 

I am currently in the process of registering as a Transactional Analyst Psychotherapist with the UKCP, I completed my core training at master’s level in 2023.

Relevant Qualifications:

• Level 7 (Masters) Advanced Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy. (UKCP)
• FdA Degree in Humanistic Counselling with Transactional Analysis - Distinction (Level 5 BACP)
• BA/BSC (Hons) Health and Social Science
• Certification in Trauma Focussed Therapy
• Certification in Couple's Counselling.
• Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills
• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
• Transactional Analysis 101
• Working Online - Open University

Further training - areas of interest.

• Working with Trauma
• Anxiety and Depression
• Identity & Life Cycles
• Neurodiversity - ADHD
• Bereavement, Grief and Loss
• Impasse/’Stuckness’
• Working with Shame
• Domestic Abuse
• Nervous System response/ Polyvagal theory/ Grounding techniques/Mindfulness 

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework. I hold personal liability insurance and an enhanced DBS certificate and I attend regular, clinical supervision.