How I Work

An integrative framework informs my work. It evolves from holding a balance between psychodynamic and transpersonal approaches, as foundational components of my approach. I recognise the therapeutic relationship as the heart of the therapy.

My main focus is on exploring clients’ inner world, including early experiences as these shape how we relate to others, self and situations in adulthood - the past informs the present; the core elements which I also consider relate to the systemic and familial, cultural, religious, and transgenerational lenses.

Also, I apply a trauma-informed approach, so I adapt the interventions in the context of the individual’s trauma history, triggers, and specific needs of the clients. The core approach I utilise is the Trauma-Informed Stabilization Treatment, invented by an international expert on the treatment of trauma Dr Janina Fisher. The approach considers working with parts of the self and addressing the challenges of treating self-destructive behaviours.

I expand my framework with the tools and principles from other approaches including the Attachment Theory, phenomenological stance, cognitive-behavioral therapy, person-centred approach, and the finding of neuroscience.

I strongly consider that the difficulties clients experience, through the process of healing, can guide them towards deepening their understanding of themselves and living more authentically and in accordance with their feelings, beliefs, and values.

Core components of my approach:

• Integration
• Trauma-informed approach
• Integrating science and spirituality
• Phenomenological stance
• Systemic and familial - socio-cultural - religious - transgenerational lenses

I continue professional development; I draw from the findings and principles presented by many specialists including Dr Bessel van der Kolk, Dr Gabor Maté, Dr Janina Fisher, Louis Cozolino, Alice Miller, to name a few.

Supervision is an integral part of my work.