Following the pandemic, some face-to-face courses have been rescheduled; others take place online.

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What I offer

Follow the links below to find out more about the services I offer.

Psychotherapy

I hold a degree in occupational psychology, and postgraduate diplomas in child and adolescent psychotherapy, counselling and social work. I hold a Masters degree in Gestalt group and individual adult psychotherapy. I also hold the European Certificate of Psychotherapy and a certificate in Clinical Supervision. I also work as a performing musician.

Jon Blend and Violet OaklanderMy work also draws inspiration from the projective arts approach of my former mentor, Dr Violet Oaklander.

Counselling

Counselling is usually a briefer treatment than psychotherapy within which specific behavioural problems or symptoms are addressed.

Information about counselling

Lifemusic

Lifemusic is a life-changing way of working together in small groups, for fun and wellbeing.

Find out more about Lifemusic

Other services

I offer clinical supervision to counsellors and psychotherapists and facilitate expressive arts workshops for practitioners seeking to update their knowledge and skills. I am a keynote speaker on mental health and wellbeing issues and also on transgenerational trauma.

My supervision services

Training and courses for practitioners

Public speaking

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Court work

Please note: I am neither a forensic therapist nor a custody evaluator. My role is to provide psychotherapy and consultation to adults, children and parents who are making changes in their lives or dealing with difficult issues or situations.

It is not my usual practice to become involved with lawyers or legal proceedings.

If, however, I am summonsed to court by subpoena or required to respond to legal directives for other reasons, the fee to the party demanding such services will be £500 per hour for all related activity, including travel. An initial retaining fee of £2,000 is required, payable by BACS.