I am a supervisor, psychotherapist, coach and author.
I was previously Chair of The Bowlby Centre and hold the BPS-Approved Certificate in Clinical Supervision.
I am an associate member of The British Psychological Society, an ILM-accredited Coach and a member of The Chartered Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences.
I co-wrote A Straight Talking Introduction to Therapy, published by PCCS Books, co-write a popular blog for Psychology Today and co-host a podcast about modern relationships, all with Graham Johnston.
I have studied at the London Business School and have a masters degree from Warwick Business School. Before that, I worked for two decades in government.
My Approach
Therapy, counselling and coaching can be demanding, complex and lonely. In supervision you can drop the professional mask and speak openly about your work: what’s going well, where you’re stuck and what you’re finding hard.
My approach is warm and practical. I draw on different schools of therapy and coaching, alongside research and clinical experience. Together, we'll explore perspectives, skills and techniques that fit your practice and the needs of your clients.
I see supervision as having three purposes: developing your knowledge and skills, helping you maintain high standards, and supporting you with the demands of the work. Good supervision is about getting the right balance of challenge and support.
Sometimes you might need a new idea or technique. Sometimes we might examine why you chose a particular approach and what you could do differently. At other times, you may need space to acknowledge a difficult session, think through a mistake or recognise what you handled well.
I’m interested in you as well as your caseload. How is the work affecting you? Are you taking on too much or charging too little? Do you recognise when a case stretches beyond your experience? Together, we'll explore these questions, challenge assumptions and build on your strengths. There is room for uncertainty, disagreement and humour, while taking your responsibilities seriously.
My aim is for you to leave feeling supported, with a clearer understanding of your work and useful ideas to take into your next session.
Professor Andrew Reeves
"This is a superb text. In writing this wonderful book the authors have created an invaluable resource"
Dr Aaron Balick
"Solidly researched... Wonderfully comprehensive and well written, this is a must read".
Louise Chunn - founder Welldoing
"Wotton and Johnston are on a mission to explain therapy and the world of the mind".
