Accredited Member & Supervisor of COSRT (College of Sex & Relationship Therapists)

I work with couples and individuals of whatever sexual orientation, who are experiencing diffculties in their relationships and/or sex life. 

My background is in Nursing and Health Visiting which has provided me with a solid starting point for working in this field, and helps me to maintain a down to earth, and at appropriate times, humorous approach to my work. 

I also run workshops and presentations to other professionals and organisations. 

How do I work?​

This is talking therapy, no hands on!​

I generally see clients on a fortnightly basis which, although unusual in this field, is less demanding on both time and pocket! I don't have a minimum or maximum number of sessions, it just depends on need. My approach is integrative, drawing on the different influences acquired over my professional career. 

​I adhere to the COSRT code of Ethics, receive regular supervision and undertake continuous professional development. Sessions are entirely confidential. 
Therapy is not prescriptive, it is a team endeavour requiring commitment from all concerned.

Relationship Therapy

Problems may occur at any point in a relationship, and sometimes couples find themselves unable to communicate about these issues. Causes of relationship difficulties are complex. They may go back many years and have been precipitated by significant events which have upset the equilibrium of an otherwise functioning union, may be more prescient relating to recent events, or it may just be that the relationship has got tired, and those involved have lost sight of each other. 

Couple therapy can help re-establish effective communication, and provide valuable insight into how the relationship works (or doesn't!) Clients achieve whatever they would like from the process and this may be a 'worked through' ending.

Sex Therapy

​Sexual difficulties can occur for any number of reasons, and are very distressing to couples and individuals. We may not give a moment's thought to our sexual functioning and its role in our lives and relationships, until it goes wrong, and then havoc is wreaked! Causes may be psychogenic or related to underlying medical conditions, and my background in health stands me in good stead to help assess possible contributory factors. 
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Sex therapy can help untangle some of the complex issues involved in this aspect of our existence, and maybe even add a little spice. If in a relationship, both individuals are encouraged to attend, it's about both of you! 
Most common problems include:
Loss of desire,  Erectile Dysfunction, Difficulties with orgasm, Arousal problems, Sexual addiction