Before training as a Psychotherapeutic counsellor, John trained and worked as an actor in Theatre, TV, film and directed for over 20 years. He then trained as a voice coach and taught in a number of leading drama schools in London. He was head of voice at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts for over 10 years, as well as directing and leading workshops both in the UK and in Europe. During his teaching career, he became increasingly interested in the well-being and mental health of the students and staff. After setting up the Well-being department in the college, he took further training in mindfulness and then went on to qualify as a Psychotherapeutic counsellor.
John now works as a freelance therapist and is passionate about helping others lead a more fulfilling life. John has welcomed the opportunity of working with BAPAM and feels his past experience as a performer and teacher is an asset in supporting others in these fields of work.
John is excited and passionate about developing his work as a therapist, especially working with those in education and the performing arts.