Professional Qualifications:

• Diploma of Adult Psychotherapy. ANZAP
• Certificate in Counselling. Christchurch Polytechnic

• Registered Psychotherapist
• Member of New Zealand Association of Counsellors
• Australia and New Zealand Association of Psychotherapists

Accreditations:

• ACC Accredited
• Family Court Accredited
• Counsellor for Seed – EAP services
• Counsellor for Victim Support

I have several years experience as a counsellor and psychotherapist, working with individuals, couples and groups.

I have a particular interest in the impact of early trauma on mental health and how a wide range of issues can play out in relationship difficulties. It can often be surprising how seemingly random events can easily trigger everyday conflicts.

In the past I have done a lot work around mens violence, co-facilitating stopping violence groups and working with indvidual men. I have also worked extensively with the victims of violence.

Before becoming interested with the exploration of counselling and psychotherapy about 20 years ago, I ran a small business as a craft-woodturner. I have continued woodturnig on a limited basis and find this provides a good work balance with my psychotherapy practice.