Compassionate, non-judgmental presence
Creating a space where you can be yourself without fear of criticism or shame.
About me
Hello, I'm the founder of Fall Away Therapies
Introduction
I am an HCPC-accredited psychotherapist and art psychotherapist based in Kirkcaldy, Fife, with six years of full-time clinical practice. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of supporting children, young people, adults, families, and fellow professionals across Fife, Dundee and Tayside.
My approach is grounded in psychodynamic practice, which means we explore how your past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns may be influencing how you feel and relate to the world today. This can lead to greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, and lasting change.
My values
I believe deeply in:
Creativity as a natural part of healing
Recognising that creative expression can unlock understanding where words alone cannot reach.
Empowering individuals to find their own voice and direction
Supporting you to discover your own answers rather than prescribing solutions.
Honouring each person's pace, needs, and lived experience
Therapy moves at your speed, shaped by what matters to you.
My professional journey
My experience includes:
Clinical practice across diverse settings
Delivering psychotherapy and art psychotherapy in educational environments, healthcare settings, and community services across Fife, Dundee, and Tayside.
Clinical supervision
Supporting therapists and practitioners from diverse therapeutic and professional backgrounds to develop their practice and maintain their wellbeing.
Teaching and training
Sharing knowledge through university-level teaching and delivering workshops within organisations.
Ongoing professional development
A commitment to continuing learning, supervision, and ethical practice in line with HCPC and BAAT standards.
Throughout this work, I've developed a deep appreciation for the therapeutic relationship as the foundation of meaningful change. I aim to create a therapeutic experience that feels safe, grounded, and genuinely collaborative.
How I work
My work is rooted in a person-centred, relational approach. I believe that therapy is most effective when you feel safe, seen, and understood. Together, we explore your experiences with curiosity and care, integrating techniques from psychotherapy and art psychotherapy to meet your needs rather than fitting you into a model.
Whether through talking, creating, or simply being present together, our work will be shaped by what you bring and what feels right for you. For some people, traditional psychotherapy provides exactly what they need. For others, art psychotherapy offers a gentler or more accessible way to process difficult experiences.
The most important thing is that you feel heard, respected, and supported throughout our time together.
Professional credentials
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Member of the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT)
- Adhering to professional codes of ethics and maintaining regular clinical supervision
- Six years of full-time clinical experience
- Qualified to work with children, young people, and adults
Ready to begin?
If you're considering therapy, supervision, or simply want to find out more about how we might work together, I'd be happy to offer a free initial consultation. Sessions are available in Kirkcaldy, Dundee, and online across Scotland. Get in touch and we can explore whether Fall Away Therapies feels like the right fit for you.
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