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I obtained my MSc in Counseling & Psychotherapy
from the University of Edinburgh, where I trained in both
psychodynamic and person-centered theories. I am continuously
developing my skills through continuing education courses & training
in areas such as trauma and crisis interventions.
Professionally, I have worked in private psychiatric settings
as well as for the United Nations, in both cases working with and
advocating for survivors of violent trauma. Today, my practice is
geared towards working with expats across the globe who are
experiencing anxiety, depression, eating disorders and/or symptoms
of PTSD.
While my approach is rooted in psychodynamic and person-centered
theories, I am not protocol driven. I recognize that each person is
unique and therefore requires a tailored approach that suits their
individual needs. As such, I blend elements from various therapeutic
methods to provide a more holistic approach to healing.
However, two aspects of my approach remains constant:
— My unwavering focus on the therapeutic alliance. I strongly
believe that the therapeutic alliance is the foundation of
successful therapy, serving as the cornerstone for fostering change,
growth and healing.
— My belief that problems should be addressed with
compassion, understanding and awareness in order the help achieve
relief and freedom from patterns that have often become more painful
than the underlying emotions.
Therapy isn't easy. It often involves working together
through difficult and painful emotions and past experiences. Like
the lotus flower, we have to push through the dark, murky waters of
our past experiences before we can beautifully blossom into our true
self, ready to take up space in the world in a way that might have
felt difficult - sometimes even impossible - to reach.
I would be honored to accompany you on your own therapeutic
journey , to help guide and empower you to discover and pursue your
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