About me
I'm a qualified counsellor with a BSc (Hons) in Counselling from the University of East London. Before setting up Olive Blossom Counselling, I worked as a therapist at a London mental health service, seeing clients both face to face and online. I'm also a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), membership number 419711. This means I meet the standards of the BACP Register, work within BACP's Ethical Framework and have regular clinical supervision. You can check my registration on the BACP Register.
I have a long-standing interest in the science and sociology of mental health and wellbeing. As part of my qualification, I completed 40 hours of personal therapy, so I know first-hand what it's like to sit in the client's chair.
My own experience of mental health difficulties and recovery is part of what led me to counselling. I see it as evidence of strength and resilience, not something to hide. It helps me empathise, be genuine and build the mutual trust that good counselling depends on. It's also why I care so much about offering hope, helping people feel less alone and challenging the stigma that can still surround mental health.
From your first message to our final session, you'll be in touch with me directly. You might come to counselling with a specific goal, during a difficult time or because you want to understand yourself better. Whatever brings you, I'll listen with warmth and without judgement, work at a pace that suits you and tailor our sessions to what you need.
