Components of Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity (GSRD) Therapy


I am proud to be a member of the Pink Therapy community. 

You may be wondering what Pink Therapy is all about...

 The infographics below (created by Dominic Davies & Silva Neves) presents key components of the Pink Therapy approach to Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity Therapy. 



Through the Pink Therapy community, I have built supportive peer relationships and assisted many individuals referred for therapy in the UK and abroad. This includes LGBTQ+ refugees and asylum seekers.

It is often reassuring for clients to know that they are working with a therapist who accepts their identity and works to understand your individuality, needs, desires and context.

I commit to upholding each of the components of Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversity Therapy in meaningful ways with every person I work with.

The infographic below includes more details about the Pink Therapy approach.




All services are private and confidential.

I attend regular supervision to support me to deliver the specialist services that I am able to offer. I am also able to meet with a Pink Therapy mentor, and other colleagues, who help me to develop as a practitioner.

When you work with me, you are being supported by an entire community of people who are interested in upholding the well-being of all gender, sex and relationship diverse people. 

We stand with you.

I never reveal your identity to anyone else, unless there is a significant risk of harm. All case details are made anonymous with identifying factors changed to protect your privacy. You can read my privacy policy on my website.

If you would like to talk to me about counselling or supervision, please feel welcome to contact me.

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