To give you a sense of who I am and how I work, as feeling safe and comfortable is central to this work.
Before creating The Self Discovery Project, I spent years supporting people with their mental health, as well as the therapists and services that look after them. I also completed further specialist training in different therapeutic approaches that are both powerful and genuinely still fascinating to work with. My niche in this area developed organically, an area I love working with, learning about, and know I can make a difference with.
Trauma, low-self esteem & stress may appear like separate difficulties but they are often the product of each other, and the self-abandonment that underlies them all. The negative self-beliefs, and subsequent roles & lifestyles people take on often leave them too busy and tired living in this autopilot survival mode. And if they finally reach out for support and it’s not the right type, it can leave them feeling unheard, too much or beyond help. Hence, this project was created – a space for you to connect, learn and heal. So I very much look forward to seeing you through your journey back to you.
I Don’t Just Listen & Sit Back
I’m in the “trenches with you”, active in the session, noticing defences & cheerleading the changes. We also slow down & create space for the uncomfortable stuff.
I Understand & I Love This Area Of Work
I can hold & support what you bring, with no judgement or shock. I have helped so many people through this very journey you’re looking to start. It’s tough, exciting & possible!
This Isn’t Just “Talking” Therapy
It’s a journey of learning & changing for the long term. It can be a mix of therapy approaches, and a mix of formats. So bring your creative skills, I’ll certainly be bringing my metaphors!
Sessions Are Tailored To You
To what you need, how you work & what will help. They are certainly neuro-affirming, queer-affirming & culturally sensitive.
The Focus Is Not Just On Mental Health
This is about all of you, including your physical health, lifestyle and relationships.
This Is Not A Formal Space
Us getting on is central to our work & part of the healing process. I’m an open book, and all of you is welcome.
“When I first started with Trupti I felt helpless and hopeless. As time went by I have managed to revisit things from my past that I don’t know I remembered and have breakthroughs and understand why I was feeling the way I was feeling. With Trupti it is not about putting a band aid but healing the wound so it doesn’t bleed again. I recommend Trupti to anyone.”
“I was shocked at how well Trupti understood me as a person and the emotions I was going through in such a short space of time. Trupti has a real talent of understanding you and very quickly becomes your friend. I had gone through such a traumatic stage in my life that I lived in fear of my own world that I was living. Thanks to this talented Lady, I no longer worry about the negatives and also put myself first when it comes to my mind. I often use some of the techniques she has taught me and it helps me no longer fear what’s to come but live as you are.”
“I couldn’t be more grateful to Trupti and how she has really transformed my life in such a short time. I was very nervous going into therapy, but she quickly put me at ease being so genuine, reassuring and good at her job. I have seen a massive transformation in my general happiness, ability to cope with stress and my relationships. I am able to do things I wasn’t able to do before, like meeting up with friends and I feel so much more in control of my life. I really couldn’t believe what I change I have experienced… I am so glad I got help when I did, and I can’t recommend Trupti enough.”
“I worked with Trupti during my journey through postpartum depression and anxiety. From our very first session, I felt I was speaking to someone I could truly trust… Trupti brings clarity and structure, and she was the one who first identified signs of ADHD in me, something that changed the way I understand myself. She doesn’t just listen, but she also encourages, supports, and helps you find your way, even when you feel lost. I’ll always be grateful for her insight, care, and guidance during such a vulnerable time.“
“Trupti was an incredible resource in my journey with EMDR, I have not had a therapist that made me feel as comfortable to undertake the process of CBT and EMDR prior to her. She was incredibly attentive to my needs, adaptable in sessions themselves if I required, and responsive to all my questions throughout the process. In my time undergoing EMDR with her, I felt I had made more strides in facing and addressing my trauma and triggers than in any therapy and with any other therapist before. Importantly, she ensured I was simultaneously building the tools and strategies I needed…”
“My therapeutic journey with Trupti has been nothing short of life-changing. Her empathetic approach and guidance have empowered me to reshape my thoughts and tackle past traumas head-on. Trupti’s understanding and direction have been instrumental in my healing process. I can genuinely say that my life has taken a positive turn, and I am incredibly grateful for the support and transformation. Highly recommend Trupti for anyone seeking a compassionate and effective therapeutic experience.”
Because thinking about therapy can already feel like a big step, let alone finding someone you feel able to trust with what you are carrying.
Over the past 14 years, I have worked across primary, secondary, community and forensic mental health services in the NHS, as well as in academic and private settings. I have supported people from many different backgrounds through a wide range of mental health challenges, including recovering from assaults, bereavement, accidents, work or faith related trauma, abusive relationships and childhood trauma. Along the way, I have developed a passion and specialism in supporting people with trauma, low self esteem, burnout and ADHD, areas that often overlap and influence one another.
Therapies I am trained and qualified in:
I also incorporate principles from other therapies where helpful, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, body-based approaches and inner child work.
I don’t just offer Therapy. This is an ever-growing space to gain knowledge, change and confidence in a way that works for you. The Workshops can be a brief insight into this work, an opportunity to learn a little, get creative, and connect with yourselves and others in similar positions. Groups are the next step up from this, with the opportunity to stay in the same small group over the course of weeks to focus on one element of the self-discovery journey. The Self Discovery Book Club is a closed group per book to allow us to learn from and connect over a self-help book of choice – and finally read those books we love buying! This is also a hub for therapists who want to work on themselves personally or professionally, with Clinical Supervision available for the latter. Finally, there is a page for Articles where I write about all things trauma, low self-esteem, burnout & ADHD related.