Here are some of my qualifications and experiences.
Qualifications:
Master of Science degree in Psychological Counselling and
Psychotherapy, University of Roehampton.
BA in Human Science.
Two-year diploma in body work and counselling.
Diploma and teacher certificate in Imagework from the Skyros Institute in London.
Practitioner certificate in Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP).
Professional Experience:
Counselling and psychotherapy in NHS agencies
and private practice.
University student counsellor.
Facilitating ongoing groups.
Creating and teaching weekend workshops.
Overall management of weeklong annual retreats for up to 70 people.
Teaching medical and mental health staff in hospitals and various
institutions.
Giving key speeches and workshops at Nordic and International Conferences.
Teaching 12-day workshops on the use of Imagework for personal and professional development in Norway and London.
Telephone counselling.
Background:
I am an original founder of the
Norwegian Eating Disorders Association, and author of two books on Eating Disorders and Personal Development (in Norwegian), see publications.
I came to London from Scandinavia in
1996 and had a private practice in Central London. I also worked with clients in various
NHS agencies, including a Community Mental Heath Team, a 24/7 Rapid
Response Team and a Child and Family Therapy Centre in East London.
In January 2005, I relocated to
Boston, Lincolnshire, UK.
Professional memberships:
beat (former Eating Disorders
Association),
professional member
British Association for Counselling and
Psychotherapy, MBACP
Imagework Association
I am bound by the BACP’s strict code of ethics and confidentiality.
