Here's a bit more about me...

Hi, my name is Ki and as a working mum of two children, I know how difficult the pressures of the daily juggle can be and how important it is to prioritise your own mental health and wellbeing. I started Awaken Therapy (previously Awaken Hypnotherapy) with the aim to support children and adults awaken their inner potential. You have the ability within yourself to overcome your personal challenges but your responses are deeply ingrained and those habits can be difficult to break. That's where I come in!

I have a Diploma in Hypnotherapy & Counselling Skills, an Advanced Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy, a degree in Psychology and over 15 years experience helping people deal with their internal barriers, particularly around stress and anxiety. I have extensive experience working with young people in a secondary and special school setting as a teacher and in a range of roles within pastoral care, safeguarding and leadership. I also work part time as the safeguarding lead for a Multi Academy Trust.

I am an Accredited Member of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society and a Member of The National Hypnotherapy Society, which means I have met the standards set by both societies by the Professional Standards Authority and have a code of ethics I have to follow. I am fully insured and hold enhanced DBS clearance. I am also a graduate member of The British Psychological Society, meaning I am part of the UK's biggest community of psychologists with access to up to date training and research in the field of psychology, mental health and wellbeing. 

All of this means I have the skills, experience and knowledge to support you in making lasting change. Hopefully this can provide you with some reassurance, as I know that exploring therapy can be daunting.