I have a background in Education which prompted me to work therapeutically with children and young people. Since qualifying I have worked in a variety of settings: mainstream and alternative provision and ages ranging from primary to further education.

My journey to Dramatherapy started on a school trip to Africa where I delivered ‘therapeutic’ work shops to young people and their families in communities and clinics. I had always had a passion for Drama and was involved in theatre groups as a child. I was then able to combine my love of theatre with a teaching career. All this forged my route to becoming a Dramatherapist. I feel privileged to do what I do and have met some amazing young people and families on my journey. Children and young people are experts in using themselves in the work. Working at a distance and creatively provides space to explore difficult emotions in a safe and contained environment. The practice does not necessarily rely on spoken language alone to resolve what a child or young person may wish to address, explore or seek support with.

My work is DDP informed and for the last eight years I have been registered to provide therapeutic provision to fostered and adopted children and young people. I work alongside the family to offer therapeutic parenting support and in addition, carry out life story work with young people. I also work with the school ensuring best outcomes for the young person.

I am a qualified supervisor and trained to work creatively, in a person centered way. I have supervised counsellors, therapists and teaching staff.

As co-convenor of the Education sub-committee, for the British Association of Dramatherapists, I liaise with colleagues working in the Education sector on best practice, offering advice and CPD at training events.