About me

Here is a summary of my background, experience and professional competence/qualifications.

Hello!

I’m Charlie. Qualified counsellor and founder of Ginkgo Wellbeing. I am also a doctor in Psychiatry.

Since I was little, I have been drawn to understanding how other people think, how they interpret their experiences and how this translates into their interaction with the world around them. In other words, I have always been intrigued by people! Add into the mix a strong drive to help others, and it may be unsurprising then to learn that I originally trained as a doctor, and ultimately settled on Psychiatry.

I developed an interest in talking therapy because the most enjoyable and fulfilling moments in my working day were when I spent time with a person simply giving them the space to talk, or just be. I have also had life-changing therapy experiences myself so I know firsthand how helpful it can be. All of this eventually evolved into me pursuing counselling training, and here I am!

Alongside work, I am an avid nature-lover and enjoy exploring the outdoors with my two cocker spaniels. I am also a food enthusiast and an amateur (very amateur!) yogi.

I have experience working with...

Anxiety

Bereavement

Chronic illness

Personal development

Low self-esteem

Panic attacks

Childhood trauma

Disability

Narcissism

Attachment issues

Depression

Abuse

Eating disorders

Life transitions

Domestic violence

Relationship issues

Trauma

Body image issues

Career issues

Sexual assault

Suicide

Psychosis

Health-related issues

Stress and burnout

Identity issues

Please note I am neurodivergent-affirming, and have experience with neurodivergence including autism/ADHD. I am comfortable working with people formally diagnosed, or who self-identify as neurodivergent. I am also happy to support you throughout the diagnostic process, if you are going through this.

Professional competence:

I am a qualified counsellor, a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists and I work to their ethical framework.

I have regular supervision and keep myself up-to-date through CPD/training.

I have the relevant insurance to practise and advanced DBS clearance.

Qualifications:

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills

Level 2 Diploma in Counselling Concepts

Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling

MBBS degree in Medicine*

*Please note that whilst my medical knowledge and experience can be helpful, I am firmly here in my capacity as a counsellor, not as a doctor.