Update 26th May ’26: I currently have one space for a therapy client. I have space for one IFS therapist as a supervisee. My email is:
You can find other IFS therapists here in the UK. I can also recommend my spouse Kaspa (who is also a Level 3/Certified IFS therapist).
Who I work with
I particularly enjoy working with creative folk, those who have a history of striving and achieving, people who are interested in Internal Family Systems, activists, spiritual folk, those with quirky or quick minds and those facing the challenges of mid-life. Over the years I have worked with a broad range of issues and topics including relationship issues, chronic illness, workplace issues, identity issues, addictions (I have a deep respect for 12 step programmes), a search for meaning, depression and anxiety, and more.
How I work
I have been working as a psychotherapist in private practice for 25 years. For many years I have mainly been using Internal Family Systems (IFS) – a gentle and powerful way of working which has revolutionised the way I practice. You can read my introduction to IFS (with puppies) here and there are a few recommended books on IFS at the bottom. I also offer supervision to fellow IFS therapists.
In my work as a therapist you will meet me as an ordinary human, as well as benefitting from the particular experience and expertise that I bring from the IFS world and from elsewhere. I will guide you to tune into the different parts of you with a steady, compassionate energy, and together we will safely bring connection and healing to the parts of you that need it most.
Qualifications and experience
I became a Certified IFS Therapist in early 2026. I have completed Levels 1, 2 and 3 of IFS training and have worked with several experienced IFS therapists and consultants over the years. I am also going to be a part of the team of PAs (experienced therapists who act as assistants to the trainers) for a L1 training from June 2026.
My first training was as a person-centred counsellor in 2001. I have been BACP accredited since 2005 and completed a two year Buddhist psychotherapy training with the Amida Trust in 2012. Since 2003 I have been in private practice alongside my other work as a writer and Buddhist minister.
Appointments
I mostly work online using Zoom but I can also see clients face to face in my home office in Malvern Wells, the UK.
Session fee
My current fees are £80 for each 50 minute session. I charge £85 for non-UK clients to cover the Paypal fees.
I offer an optional 20 minute exploratory call without a charge, to help you decide if you’d like to book a first session.
Sorry, my low cost places are currently full.
Boundaries/dual roles
Alongside my therapy work I also write and offer Buddhist teachings publicly. If you receive therapy from me you are welcome to read my newsletter/writing or not – if you have any questions or if anything arises for you after reading something I’ve written, we can talk about this in a therapy session. As our Buddhist group, Bright Earth, is small (and to avoid potential complications) I ask that people either see me for therapy or attend Bright Earth Buddhist events/engage with the Buddhist group, not both at the same time.
A safe space
I endeavour to make therapy a safe and gentle experience. We always make sure you are comfortable before we approach anything that feels tender, and we go at the pace of the slowest/most worried part of you. I love that IFS is both powerful and gentle – there is no benefit to pushing through!
It is also important to me that I create as safe a space as possible for those from marginalized or oppressed groups. This includes doing my own personal work, getting regular supervision, and also staying tuned in to and open to subtle or direct feedback from your parts. If you have any concerns about safety or accessibility, do let me know.
Next steps
If you’re interested in working with me, email me to see if I have a current slot that would work for you. If so then we can book in a free 20 minute session so you can decide if it feels like a good fit.
Recommended reading
No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz – the ‘go to’ introduction to Internal Family Systems by its founder.
Internal Family Systems: Making A Start (and Getting Curious about Parts) by Emma E. Redfern is another accessible and engaging introduction to IFS.
Parts Work by Tom Holmes is a lovely illustrated introduction to IFS.
Here are my current therapy chairs and the view from my office. Ralph and Aiko the dogs are an optional extra!
Dogs Ralph & Aiko
The view from my therapy chair