dr amani brown

About Me

Having had a medical career in the NHS, I have experience of the complexities of life, dealing with sensitive topics, and the impact on people of illness, trauma and loss. I also know of the pressures of coping with demanding roles and high expectations. I am a culturally-aware counsellor, with a sensitivity for experiences of "otherness". This is informed by my lived experience of mixed racial and cultural heritage, and having worked with refugees and asylum seekers in various projects. I have training in Trauma Awareness for counselling, meaning that I understand how prior trauma can affect the counselling experience, and how to sensitively adapt my approach. I strongly support equality, diversity and inclusion in therapy. My approach is welcoming and non-judgmental.

Areas of interest

Identity and belonging

Helping you recognise your unique value and purpose, when it has not always been easy to feel accepted or know where you fit in. Understanding how cultural and family influences have shaped your experience of life.

High achieving and burnout

Finding ways to attend to your own needs and feelings, when they have previously felt like a threat to success. Help to gain a new perspective on coping with high demands and expectations.

Caring for the carer

Holding onto your sense of self can be hard when you have always focused on being there for others. Counselling can help you to rediscover yourself and learn to how to ensure your needs are also met.