training, supervision & regulation
Qualifications & Training
I am currently in clinical training with, and supervised by, Transactional Analysis Cymru Ltd in Brynberian, Pembrokeshire where I am a psychotherapy trainee working towards an accredited Level 7 (Masters) in Transactional Analysis Counselling & Psychotherapy and, in a few years time, a qualification as a Certified Transactional Analyst (Psychotherapy).
Prior to the psychotherapy training, I gained a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology with Counselling (BSc Hons) and completed various additional short courses in Counselling Skills using TA, Adlerian Counselling, and a TA101. I continue to regularly attend further courses and CPD training in focused mental health topic areas (such as trauma, addiction, self-harm, suicide and mindfulness) in Transactional Analysis and other therapeutic modalities.
Alongside developing my own private practice, I have spent 18 months in clinical Placement with The UK Counselling Network (UKCN) where I was part of an extensive team of trainee counsellors and psychotherapists who support UKCN in providing low-cost online therapy across the UK.
Supervision & Personal Therapy
I have a TSTA qualified Supervisor constantly supporting my private client work, and I engage in my own weekly personal therapy with a qualified TA Psychotherapist. The rationale behind continued personal TA therapy alongside clinical Supervision is that I can address my own challenges and stresses, as well as ground the theory and therapeutic methods via direct experience of TA, and it enhances my empathic awareness as a client – all of which shapes my approach as a therapist. In other words, I walk the talk!
Ethical Code, Regulation & Insurance
My professional practice is evolving, as are the activities and services within it, in accordance with the stringent ethical and professional guidelines stipulated by UKCP (UK Counselling & Psychotherapy), UKATA (UK Association for Transactional Analysis), and ITAA (International Transactional Analysis Association) with whom I am registered as a Trainee Therapist and/or Student as appropriate.
I am GDPR compliant, registered with ICO, and I hold the required Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance (and can provide evidence on request).