My path into this work started on the other side of the room, as a client. After trying different types of therapies, I landed on Gestalt because it offered me a new and unique way to relate to myself, to others, and to the world.

In a society that overvalues fast thinking, problem solving and instant gratification, this type of therapy has helped me slow things down, feel things through and sit with the discomfort that life inevitably brings. That's what I now bring into the room with the clients I work with. Therapy for me is a place of exploration, of questioning how we have been taught to perform, of real contact.

Living between cultures and languages has shaped my sense of identity as much as my clinical practice has. I bring a lived, not just theoretical, understanding to questions of identity and belonging.

If any of these resonates, read on to learn more about my approach and what to expect.

I work in Brighton and Hove and online, both in English and Italian.

I tailor therapy to your unique experiences and challenges, combining Gestalt and Integrative methods. Together, we’ll work in a supportive, client-centered environment to:

  • Explore your story

  • Reconnect with your strengths

  • Build a life that feels right for you

My approach

  • Talking therapy can be truly transformative, but my work goes beyond conversation. I incorporate creative and experiential methods like:

    • Art: Using visual expression to process emotions

    • Mindfulness-based techniques: Practicing meditation, breathing exercises, and body scans to cultivate present-moment awareness and support emotional regulation

    • Nature-based practices: Finding clarity and connection through outdoor settings

    • Sandplay: Creating scenes using miniature objects in a sandbox to explore unconscious thoughts and feelings

    • And other experiences that may emerge organically: Therapy is a collaborative process, and unique insights or approaches may arise naturally through our work together, tailored to your needs in the moment.

    These approaches can help you gain new perspectives and connect with yourself in a deeper, more holistic way.

  • Authenticity, inclusion, and social justice are at the heart of my work.

    I believe our lives are shaped by politics, by systems of power and whose stories get heard. Therapy can be a space to explore how these realities affect your body, relationships, and sense of self. It can help you challenge unhelpful norms, rediscover your voice, and navigate life with greater awareness and freedom.

    I am guided by anti-racist, LGBTQ+ affirming, and disability-justice principles.

    What this means in practice:

    • Ongoing growth: I stay committed to learning through personal therapy, professional training, supervision, and social justice work, reflecting on my privilege and biases to better support clients.

    • Affordable options: Sliding scale fees are available for those facing financial difficulties—contact me to discuss

    • Accessible therapy: I aim to adapt my approach to meet the needs of visible and invisible disabilities. I offer online or outdoor sessions if physical therapy spaces are inaccessible

    • Addressing systemic barriers in the therapeutic space: Together, we can unpack societal issues impacting your well-being, and identify ways to navigate, challenge, or heal from their effects in a way that feels empowering to you.

    I am bound by the BACP’s Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.

    • Registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)

    • Diploma in Gestalt Counselling – The Gestalt Centre, London

    • Certificate in Humanistic Counselling – The Gestalt Centre, London

    • Counsellor at As You Are – a Southwick-based charity offering low-cost counselling and group work for adults across Sussex

    • Counsellor with The Gestalt Centre Low-Cost Therapy Scheme

    I can be found on the BACP Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

  • Gestalt therapy is about being more aware of what’s going on in your thoughts, feelings, and actions right in the moment. Past traumas and experiences are explored through the lenses of your experience in the present and what emerges in the relationship between therapist and client. 

    This approach can help you understand yourself better and make choices that truly fit who you are, bringing you closer to the life you want. 

    Gestalt focusses on the connection between mind and body, recognising that our bodies often hold onto emotions and can get stuck in patterns that don’t serve us. By paying close attention to what you’re feeling physically, you can better understand your emotions, making the process of self-discovery more impactful and transformative.