Specialisations

In counselling, we work to foster a person’s inner resources so that they can more fully embrace the challenges of their life. This work can be beneficial not only to help manage and reduce symptoms of distress but also to enhance wellbeing. This includes exploring notions of psychological flexibility, being kind to ourselves, and living according to our deepest values. Anna's areas of speciality are as follows:

Emotions

- Anxiety, stress and worry

- Depression and depressed mood

- Difficulties with anger

- Grief, separation and loss

​- Trauma responses

Relationships

- Relationship difficulties

- Carer roles in mental health

- Pregnancy and parenting

​- Communication and conflict issues

- Assertiveness skills

- LGBTQI issues

Growth

- Life purpose and transitions 

- Illnesses that affect quality of life

- Developing self-confidence

- Increased self-awareness

- Decision-making and problem-solving

Supervision

Mental health workers and psychotherapy students often require external supervision as part of their professional development and their ongoing affiliation with their accrediting bodies. Anna currently provides clinical supervision and peer consultation to a range of mental health clinicians, including psychologists, social workers, mental health nurses, telephone counsellors and students.