I knew from the age of 17 that I wanted to be a psychologist, that I wanted to help and support people and that I was fascinated by human behaviour and cognition. I pride myself on my values and ethics and my practice reflects that. I have studied for many years to build my psychological knowledge, my understanding and my competence to be able to practice. Similarly, I have worked in a community mental health team in Manchester working with people with severe and enduring mental illnesses from age 16-65. During this time I was on a continuous learning journey undertaking many courses such as suicide prevention and working with those with drug and alcohol issues alongside mental illness.

To be a psychologist in the UK you must undertake qualifications accredited by the British Psychological Society and unfortunately the title ‘psychologist’ is not yet protected as is the title of Dr.

I am not yet an accredited psychologist and so I do not yet call myself one. I am following the Chartered Pathway to become a Coaching Psychologist but this in itself takes a few years of coaching experience alongside a robust education at accredited establishments.

Why am I telling you this?

I feel that it is unethical to advertise as something that you are not. I strongly advocate that you should be aware of who you are trusting your mental health and wellbeing to and those of your organisation. Anyone can set up a coaching business and coach you, but surely you want the person who has years of training and education and is accredited.

My consultancy is an open, honest and trustworthy space from the very first moment and this continues through your working relationship with me. I am a graduate member of the British Psychological Society and uphold their codes of ethics and conduct which are:

• Respect

• Integrity

• Competence

• Responsibility