Feeling confused, controlled or undermined in a romantic relationship can impact your whole life. I know how you feel.
When we are denied our truth, neglected, criticised and treated in ways we know deep down aren’t right, it can feel destabilising and disappointing at first. Over time however, this type of relationship is very damaging, traumatic even. Being believed and heard is the first step towards healing.
Having experienced toxic relationships in my personal life, I have a profound understanding of the underlying dynamics and can help you identify whether you are in a toxic – or perhaps even dangerous – relationship yourself.
Questioning yourself and feeling confused and isolated is part and parcel of a toxic relationship.
Because it can be truly debilitating and make you lose your self-confidence, sanity and ability to think clearly, don’t wait. Ask for help. Talk to your friends if you feel that you can. And of course I would love to help – book your session now.
It is my job to help you understand the situation you’re in, validate your experience and reclaim your power.
If you’re questioning your relationship dynamics, feeling controlled, overly confused or unsafe, my job is to help you understand whether you’re in a toxic relationship, validate your experience and reclaim your power.
These are some of the things we can work on together:
Identifying toxic dynamics, manipulation and fear of being yourself in your relationships.
Getting crystal clear on what constitutes a toxic relationship and whether you are in one.
Exploring and strengthening your ability to establish self-preserving boundaries with your romantic partner.
Struggling to express your needs to your partner, feeling unheard, or caught in repetitive conflict patterns.
Having your experience validated by an impartial party is often the first step towards clarity and freedom.
Healing from emotional trauma and reconnecting with your sense of self and personal power.
Processing the possibility of ending your relationship and understanding what you truly want.
No, I only work in individual therapy. Some of my clients find it supportive to see me in personal therapy while going to couples counselling in parallel. Personal therapy allows you to check in and speak freely about your relationship concerns.
Yes. Personal therapy allows you to check in and speak freely and openly about your relationship concerns, in a safe and confidential space. Having sessions just for you can be healing and self-affirming, especially if you are in a toxic, controlling relationship. It is precious ‘me time’ away from the noise and confusion of your couple dynamics.
You can expect greater awareness of how you became the person and romantic partner that you are today, understanding your attachment style and where it comes from. Beyond that, we can look at your current relationship concerns and identify whether you are at risk of being in a controlling, toxic and maybe even dangerous situation. We can talk about your next steps and I can provide you with additional resources and support if required.
I am interested in helping you reconnect with your truth, your intuition and what you know deep down to be right or wrong for you, especially in your intimate relationship. We should all be free to live in authenticity and harmony.
Below are some of the hallmarks of my therapeutic approach:
I regard my clients with empathy, non-judgement and deep respect.
Tuning into the wisdom of your body sensations, dreams and imagination.
I believe everyone has the ability to grow and change.
Reaching a quiet place within to hear the voice that knows.
Guided visualisations, drawing or role play help us gain insights.
Honouring you as both a human and a spiritual being.
Read about how my clients have found relief and greater self-understanding through counselling with me in Geneva and London.
Our sessions will always be one-on-one, offering you a confidential and safe space separately from your partner. There are generally 4 main stages of therapy:
We start with an assessment session, after which we decide whether we wish to continue working together.
We continue with 4-5 sessions, building trust and safety between us. If needed, we adjust depth, pace and focus.
As weekly sessions evolve, we are generally becoming more skilled at noticing and understanding your belief and behaviour patterns.Potential for change emerges.
We complete with 2-3 closing sessions, grounding learnings and ensuring emotional stability.
Before beginning therapy, it’s natural to have questions about the process and what you can expect. Read my FAQs or let’s hop on a free 15-minute call.
I am not reimbursed by LaMal, but if you have a prescription and complementary insurance, they may cover sessions with me. Most international and UN insurances do also cover sessions with me. Please contact your insurance provider to find out exactly what is included in your policy and mention that I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, Registered Member 395057.
Each session is 50 minutes long. We meet once a week, always at the same time on the same day. This regularity and consistency creates safety, trust and allows for deepening of our work together.
Working on a specific, limited issue – otherwise known as brief therapy – typically takes around 12 weeks. Longer-term therapy can last anywhere between several months to several years. Each journey is different, and we will take stock and adapt together depending on your specific needs.
I do not work with individuals under 18 years of age.
No, I am not a doctor/psychiatrist and therefore cannot assess personality disorders, pathologies, ADHD, autism or any other medical condition, nor can I prescribe medication. I am a counsellor and I can support you through short-term or longer term talk therapy, which can run in parallel to seeing a psychiatrist. I have a large network of English-speaking mental health professionals in Geneva, so if we agree that you would benefit from additional support, I will gladly refer you to other specialists.
J’ai bien reçu votre demande et vous remercie pour l’intérêt que vous portez à mes services. Je vais en prendre connaissance et reviendrai vers vous dans les plus brefs délais avec une réponse. Je me réjouis d’échanger prochainement avec vous.
