“As for the more personal part of this bio, becoming a parent and wife initiated my path into therapy - firstly as a client and then as a change in career (all whilst navigating parenting and my own history with trauma). I’m not going to state that I like long walks (because I don’t), nor what my favourite type of film is or past time as I find it a bit cheesy on a therapists profile! Sorry colleagues.

However, it might be helpful to understand my lens on the world. Whilst in previous decades it may have been a condition of psychotherapy that the therapist is neutral or offers a blank screen of themselves, the fact is that every individual has their own inner working model which shapes their perceptions and biases. Myself included. I prefer to be upfront about them but fundamentally,

I believe every individual has worth and the potential to change.

We adapt and creatively adjust to the world around us and EMDR therapy is a route to finding a more harmonious, authentic and compassionate version of ourselves.

If you’d like to find out more about how I work as a psychotherapist and counsellor, or my experience in the field, you can find details on my therapy practice page at www.kemptowncounselling.co.uk. I do have social media accounts, which you’re welcome to follow me on, yet I rarely update them…

As for my CV or resume or list of qualifications, I’ve listed some below to give you a snapshot of how and where I invest in continuing professional development. It’s like a highlights reel, as my personal and professional development never stops!”