It is becoming clear that the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to create much uncertainty in many areas of our lives at least for several more months. With the escalating psychological problems many are facing as a direct result of the many implications of the pandemic, I feel people should have access to the help they need in whatever way that works for them, and I aim to provide that support in a safe and professional way.
Due to the holistic way in which I work, I prefer to see clients face to face. Based on a common-sense approach and informed by the latest government advice, I have made this possible by arranging my workplace to comply with current social distancing requirements and maintaining a very strict cleaning protocol between all clients. I believe this enables me to work in a safe and professional way as much as possible in these changing and uncertain times.
However, it is understandable that many people who need therapeutic support don't feel able to attend face to face sessions for a variety of reasons. There is good evidence that remote therapy, via secure online video connection or phone can be very supportive and effective in helping people to address their current anxieties due to the huge variety of implications of the pandemic.
Whilst I don’t have specific training for working remotely, I have informed myself of the necessities required to practice in a technologically secure way through the 'UKCP Covid-19 Online Working Guidance' and the joint Open University and BACP course ‘How to do counselling online: a coronavirus primer'. I will continue to keep updated with the latest guidelines on the advantages and possible pitfalls of online working. I also continue to receive regular supervision.
However, if you’d prefer to work with a therapist who has taken the extra thorough training for online working, I suggest you search for an ACTO registered therapist. (association for counselling and therapy online)
If you’re interested in working with me I invite you to email or phone to discuss your specific situation and we can work out how we can best work together during the interim of the current COVID crisis situation and beyond.
I feel strongly, even more so at this time, that a difficult financial situation should not prevent people getting the help they need. If you're unable to afford the full cost of therapy, I have some short-term concessionary options. Please contact me for further information.
I am also working as a mental health volunteer. There are many organisations out there offering free support and advice to help address the anxieties created by COVID-19.
If you need urgent mental health support, see options below:
Organisations offering general mental health advice and coping strategies in response to COVID:
If you are suffering from loneliness and isolation I recommend Befriending Networks which specifically supports those affected by loneliness:
Due to the holistic way in which I work, I prefer to see clients face to face. Based on a common-sense approach and informed by the latest government advice, I have made this possible by arranging my workplace to comply with current social distancing requirements and maintaining a very strict cleaning protocol between all clients. I believe this enables me to work in a safe and professional way as much as possible in these changing and uncertain times.
However, it is understandable that many people who need therapeutic support don't feel able to attend face to face sessions for a variety of reasons. There is good evidence that remote therapy, via secure online video connection or phone can be very supportive and effective in helping people to address their current anxieties due to the huge variety of implications of the pandemic.
Whilst I don’t have specific training for working remotely, I have informed myself of the necessities required to practice in a technologically secure way through the 'UKCP Covid-19 Online Working Guidance' and the joint Open University and BACP course ‘How to do counselling online: a coronavirus primer'. I will continue to keep updated with the latest guidelines on the advantages and possible pitfalls of online working. I also continue to receive regular supervision.
However, if you’d prefer to work with a therapist who has taken the extra thorough training for online working, I suggest you search for an ACTO registered therapist. (association for counselling and therapy online)
If you’re interested in working with me I invite you to email or phone to discuss your specific situation and we can work out how we can best work together during the interim of the current COVID crisis situation and beyond.
I feel strongly, even more so at this time, that a difficult financial situation should not prevent people getting the help they need. If you're unable to afford the full cost of therapy, I have some short-term concessionary options. Please contact me for further information.
I am also working as a mental health volunteer. There are many organisations out there offering free support and advice to help address the anxieties created by COVID-19.
If you need urgent mental health support, see options below:
- https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/nhs-services/mental-health-services/dealing-with-a-mental-health-crisis-or-emergency/
- https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/urgent-support/
Organisations offering general mental health advice and coping strategies in response to COVID:
- https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/#collapse4ae0c
- https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/mental-health-helplines/
- https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-staying-at-home-tips/
- https://youngminds.org.uk/find-help/looking-after-yourself/coronavirus-and-mental-health/
- https://mentalhealth-uk.org/coronavirus-information-support/
If you are suffering from loneliness and isolation I recommend Befriending Networks which specifically supports those affected by loneliness:
