During my time as a trainee art therapist at Barnet Learning Disability Service, I had the chance to work with adults with a range of learning disabilities and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). I worked alongside a Dramatherapist reaching out to families, organizations, and carers. Together we developed an arts psychotherapy group for black men with a learning disability, providing participants with a safe space to explore identity, stigma and culture - all of which are important factors to work with in art therapy.

As part of my training, I worked as a trainee art therapist with SCP in two primary schools in Ealing. I had the responsibility of working one to one in a therapeutic setting with children who needed some extra support. With support from a Counselling Service Manager, I was able to develop my psychodynamic way of thinking and put my client's needs first. Working in a school setting allowed me to build professional relationships with teachers and parents in order to help clients.

Working at Springfield - the specialist provision based at Oaklands College. Supporting a range of students with both moderate and severe learning difficulties and/or disabilities, with an aim to provide a safe, caring and happy environment. Offering motivation, challenge and support helping students to reach their full potential.