Experience

As well as 4 years experience of counselling clients with depression and anxiety, I have eight years experience as a paid worker in a domestic abuse charity.

I was a Staff Counsellor at University Hospital South Manchester for 3 years (2005 - 08).

I have worked at The Counselling and Family Centre in Altrincham for a total of 2½ years, with both individuals and couples, and as a telephone helpline worker.

I have trained in women’s sexual health issues with the Public Health Development Service and have four years experience of working with clients who have low mood around the time of menopause.

I also have seven years experience of supporting clients with disabilities.

I have worked in private practice since April 2008 and I am currently undertaking additional training at Relate in working with couples and family members.

I was a volunteer listener at the Creative Living Centre drop in for former mental health patients (Bury) from 2004-05.

I volunteered as a Bereavement Visitor from 2004-06.

Recent Training

September 2010 to March 2011	Ascentis Post-Diploma Certificate in Relationship Skills and Theory Level 4	Relate Greater Manchester North
November 2009	Online Counselling	Online Counselling Services & Training (OCST)
July 2008	Women’s Sexual Health	Public Health Development Service
March 2008	Drugs & Alcohol Awareness (refresher)	Lifeline
October 2007	Groupwork Skills	Public Health Development Service
July 2007	Self Harm Awareness	Harm-ed

Relevant Qualifications

Ascentis Post-Diploma Certificate in Relationship Skills and Theory Level 4	2011	Relate Greater Manchester North
Diploma in Counselling	2008	University of Salford
Certificate in Counselling	2005	City College Manchester
Counselling Concepts	2004	City College Manchester