THE SURREY CENTRE TEAM
The team at The Surrey Centre bring together many years of experience working in a range of therapeutic disciplines, including eating disorders, anxiety, depression, addictions and more. They are dedicated and passionate about the work they do.
ALAN BORE
Jungian Analyst and Transpersonal Psychotherapist
Member of Society of Analytical Psychology (SAP), International Association for Analytical Psychology (IAAP)
Registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC)
Alan is the co-founder and Operations Director of the Surrey Centre for Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Eating Disorders, with almost 30 years of experience in private practice and managing teams in statutory services.
He has a particular interest in eating disorders, relationships, and sexual compulsivity, and works with both individuals and couples – always taking care to create a warm, welcoming environment for clients. His work uses active imagination, symbolism, metaphor, and dream imagery as a way of accessing the unconscious and bringing about meaningful change. Alan believes that meditation and soul work is also a powerful way of reaching one’s potential and spiritual path.
PHIL JOSLIN
Jungian Analyst and Psychotherapist
Member of Society of Analytical Psychology (SAP), International Association for Analytical Psychology (IAAP)
and the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC)
Phil is the co-founder and Clinical Director of the Surrey Centre for Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Eating Disorders, with almost 35 years of experience in private practice and managing teams in statutory services.
A former seminarian, Philip has spent all his life in contemplation. At the same time he is very much a man of the world. If you tried to pin him down as anything other than a compassionate human being who is able to help the people who come to him for Jungian analysis to live with their own complexity and all the inner and external slings and arrows of outrageous fortune which beset them, you would be on a hiding to nothing. As a clinician he is able both to empathise and to challenge in helping troubled and lost to find themselves.
SHANNON YATES
Co Founder
Health Professions Registered Dietitian, member of the British Dietetic Association, and the American Overseas Dietetic Association
Shannon has 30 years of experience working with eating disorders. She has worked for Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Trust and as a Nutritional Consultant for several treatment centres in the UK. Shannon provides nutritional counselling for adults and young people and runs groups for patients and carers.
Shannon has an MSc in Institutional Administration, Texas Women’s University and a BSc in Home Economics majoring in Food, Nutrition and Institutional Management, University of Alabama. She is a. Shannon’s wealth of experience, her calm, no nonsense approach is both reassuring and highly effective as her clients work towards recovery.
CAROLINE CAIRNS CLERY
Formerly leader of the systemic family therapy service across 8 mental health clinics in Surrey, Caroline specialises in family, couple and individual psychotherapy in which a family member struggles with eating disordered thinking and behaviour, and/or with post-traumatic stress, and/or gender and sexual issues, and/ or bereavement problems. Formerly a member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy editorial board, she has written extensively about these subjects in books and professional journals. Her default approach to providing people with psychotherapy is to help them feel more empowered in relation to the problems that led them to seek help.
MICHELLE HARNEY
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Michelle has worked in residential treatment for the past 5 years as a Programme Assistant supporting clients with eating disorders, addictions and compulsive disorders. She studied at the University of Greenwich on a BACP accredited degree counselling course. Michelle is passionate about the healing process of therapy and brings a strong intuitive stance which is reflected in her work. Michelle’s extensive experience of support fellowships has shaped and informed her on a personal level for many years which Michelle brings to The Surrey Centre along with her warmth, and a calm grounded nature. Michelle has a particular interest in working with clients to find the underlying issue associated with an eating disorder.
NANCY RAMKISSUN
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
What is key in all aspects of working as a psychotherapist is the capacity to listen without judgement or expectation. Nancy works in an integrative way, incorporating her training, intuition and personal experience of self-enquiry and development. Using varied approaches and creative tools when appropriate. Creating a safe, calm space where each individual is supported in their journeys of recovery, healing and growth. Working collaboratively, and with empathy within each relationship is fundamental to Nancy.
She has innate sensitivity, the capacity to think clearly and be curious with her clients as they seek to understand themselves. Nancy has benefited from her own membership of support fellowships for over thirty years, giving her a wealth of experience, strength and hope from which she draws inspiration. Experienced in working across multiple issues, including addiction, eating disorders, disordered eating, depression, anxiety and trauma. Nancy is a qualified yoga teacher and heart meditation facilitator. She can work with the breath and assist in helping people learn how to self-soothe when their nervous systems are activated and causing distress.
Nancy has undertaken specialist training to work with people suffering from the effects of trauma and PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). She completed a series of somatic trauma workshops run by Babette Rothschild (The Body Remembers); and now uses her Somatic Trauma Therapy tools, where appropriate. Subsequently, Nancy was asked to join Babette's team of assistants, working with her on ongoing somatic trauma workshops that are attended by therapists around the world. One of the key aspects of the workshops is developing understanding and skills on how to work safely with trauma. Nancy will also be training in EMDR later this year.
HANNAH CARTWRIGHT
Certified with the Association for Nutrition, UK Hannah holds a Master's degree in Human Nutrition, a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and has completed accredited nutritional counselling courses in Disordered Eating and Body Image. Hannah prides herself on combining the latest evidence-based nutritional science with elements of psychology to provide clients with the highest standard of personalised, holistic and compassionate care. Her goal as a nutritionist is to help clients escape the prison of eating disorder and disordered eating thoughts and find food freedom so they can enjoy nourishing their body and mind with food that supports both mental and physical health. Hannah’s approach to treatment is built upon kindness, integrity and trust, so that clients feel safe and supported in their journey to better health and wellbeing.
HANNAH MOORE
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Hannah is a life coach with over a decade of experience who works one to one and with groups, both in person and online. Her aim is to help people rebuild their lives from the inside out, so they can find their 'home' within themselves. Hannah likes to work both symbolically and strategically to help you explore any limiting beliefs or ideas, whilst processing any difficulties and obstacles which may be holding you back.
Hannah is currently training at the Society of Analytical Psychology to become a psychodynamic psychotherapist.
DOLLY
Dolly is a Labrador Retriever and works at The Surrey Centre as a therapy dog. She qualified in 2023 with Therapy Dog Training UK. Dolly is able to join therapy sessions to offer emotional support to people of all ages who may be experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or other emotional challenges. The presence of a therapy dog can provide a sense of comfort and joy in a non-judgemental and fun way.
TARA JELLEY
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Tara completed both her FDSC Integrative and BA (Hons) in Counselling through The University of Greenwich.
Tara believes in the importance of healing psychological trauma, inspiring personal growth and shining a light on the human need for connection, with kindness. In forming this connection with her clients, Tara is able to explore their pain with them, as she understands that it can be a very lonely place.
Tara has experience in working with eating disorders, trauma, loss, depression and anxiety, in adults and young people from the age of 13.
SOPHIA BOOTHBY
Sophia has a BSc with Honours in Nutrition and Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics. She specialises in eating disorders, disordered eating, IBS and other gut disorders following accredited professional training. Sophia's aim as a Dietitian is to help clients find recovery from their eating disorder and disordered eating thoughts, whilst supporting their gut health, and find food freedom to feel empowered on how to move forward in nourishing their mind and body. Sophia aims to support individuals within a compassionate and non-judgemental space.
MARTA MOE
Accredited by the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
Marta holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapeutic Counselling and a Master of Science in Psychotherapy from the University of Brighton. She completed her training at the University of Sussex Counselling Service and the Rock Clinic in Brighton.
Marta believes in a holistic approach to therapy; therefore, the mind-body-soul connection is central to her work. She does not rate a ‘one size fits all’ approach, hence has trained in a variety of modalities such as family systems, CBT, polyvagal therapy and hypnotherapy, in order to offer therapy tailored to each client’s needs.
She is a qualified heart meditation facilitator and a master reiki practitioner. Working with individuals and couples, she provides a safe, holding and healing space to explore and process any past or current suffering in order to move from surviving to thriving.
JAMES ROBINSON
James has been working in mental health settings for more than 15 years. He has completed training in mental health nursing, the ‘Psychodynamic reflective practice in mental health’ degree program at the Tavistock Clinic, and the foundation year at the Institute of Group Analysis. Since 2012 James has worked in an inpatient therapeutic community for individuals with complex needs. He is a calm, warm and thoughtful individual who is able to remain anchored in the process of helping individuals work through their difficulties.
James is currently training as a psychodynamic psychotherapist at the Society of Analytical Psychology.
TANYA GARRITY
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Tanya is a sensitive, kind and creative psychotherapist who believes the relationship is an essential aspect of therapy. Tanya creates a sense of calm and stability promoting self-awareness, acceptance, vulnerability and healing.
Tanya is experienced working with trauma however that may manifest itself (ie. addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, depression, anxiety, shame...) and recognises it is not uncommon for people’s lives to unravel in a variety of painful ways and unhelpful coping strategies that can negatively impact daily life. Tanya works with curiosity and patience with individuals, families and young people, at their pace, to strengthen the relationship with themselves.
Tanya can work creatively with clients who may feel safer working with images and or play rather than talking more directly about their feelings to gain insight.
Tanya trained at The University of Greenwich in Integrative Counselling and has worked at Lifeworks a residential treatment facility for emotional and psychological disorders, at The Place 2 Be in London as a play therapist and as part of Surrey's Early Help team holistically supporting families with complex and multiple needs.
Tanya believes we are more than our trauma, our mistakes, our illness or disability.
STEVEN MORGAN
After 15 years working in finance in Bristol and the City, Steven changed career direction to work as a fundraiser in the charity sector. This included six years with an addictions and mental health counselling service, nine years for a SEN school and three years as a manager for an arts and culture organisation. He has been working at The Surrey Centre since 2021 and is the first point of contact at The Surrey Centre.
PREMANI FLORIO
Premani offers a deeply holistic approach, and nurturing therapeutic relationship. Her gentle warmth and authentic presence establish a safe and compassionate space, inviting you to bring yourself as you are. Premani honours your unique journey, alongside you, as you explore your inner landscape. Premani incorporates imagery, creative techniques, and restorative practices into sessions, enabling self-discovery, growth and healing. Also, an experienced heart meditation teacher, Premani facilitates people of all ages in reconnecting with their inner selves and experiencing self-compassion. Premani has extensive experience working with young people in Foster Care, Unaccompanied Asylum Seekers, and marginalised groups. Additionally, she has worked to empower individuals in school settings, helping them enhance their mental well-being and resilience. Premani integrates a neurodiverse and trauma-informed approach. Her journey as a therapist has been profoundly influenced by her clinical supervisor, a Jungian Drama Therapist, as well as her own experience in therapy.
LOUISA LUNCH
Louisa has a background in teaching for more than 15 years. In that time, she worked alongside children and adults who had experienced loss, anxiety, burnout and trauma. This motivated her to find a path that could allow her to help people find a route to overcome or understand what they are feeling.
Louisa has been a Hypnotherapist since 2022 and is now training as a Pluralistic Counsellor. This allows her to offer the client a bespoke experience with a toolkit of key modalities such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Louisa’s approach is warm and non-judgemental, developing a therapeutic relationship with the individual, and offering a supportive, safe and confidential environment to allow you explore and cope with your challenges.
Our Passion is to find truth, compassion and transformation in our struggle
Core Services Offered
Dietetic Services
The Surrey Centre’s Nutrition Philosophy is based on nutrition and a healthy relationship with food thereby promoting a balanced diet as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Family Therapy
At The Surrey Centre, we are able to work together with partners, parents, siblings and children helping them understand how to help their loved one. When appropriate we invite the whole family to participate in sessions when feelings and experiences can be shared.
One to One Therapy
At The Surrey Centre we use an integrated method of therapy, drawing on different therapeutic approaches and adapting them to meet individual clients needs.
Family Education And Support
We understand that it is not only the individual with an eating disorder that needs support and that, often, a wider impact is felt by the whole family. We have put together a Family Education Programme offering a range of practical, dietetic help and advice alongside counselling and emotional support.