Who am I?
I have had very varied life experiences, resulting in a mature and stable approach to therapy. This gives clients a safe and secure space to explore their own challenges. My clients use the words 'kind and compassionate' to describe me, and I feel privileged to be instrumental in their journeys towards healing and flourishing.
My training in integrative counselling allows me to draw on various models to suit each client's needs. A psychodynamic approach helps clients make sense of past experiences and how these shape current behaviours and thought patterns, while a person-centred approach keeps the client at the heart of the process.
I use tools from positive psychology to help clients flourish in their own identity, and my clinical understanding of trauma - including its effects on the brain and body - helps clients understand and combat its impact on their lives. Much of my adult life has been spent overseas, giving me a deep understanding of cross-cultural issues; a lot of my current work is with global organisations, NGOs, charities, missionaries and gap-year students.
I am particularly passionate about supporting clients with:
I engage in ongoing CPD and regular external supervision.
“I was allocated Cynthia to be my supervisor during my student placement. Cynthia brought a wealth of knowledge, appropriate challenge, kindness and has held me beautifully as I navigate my way through my first placement as a therapist. She is a gift as a supervisor and a joy to work and learn from. Thank you Cynthia!”
