I am not a mental health professional as such, I use my psychological knowledge to help people with serious severe physical disabilities. I chose to work in this field because of the complexities and challenges.

Now to practice, I have had to go through police checks and a very tough medical. The occupational health department have access to all my past history if they wish. As a British Psychologial Society Member I have to be fit to practice.

I have had problems in the past and occasionally dip but I know how to keep myself fit and well and I am always mindful how well I need to be to continue to practice. I believe that I have extra insight into peoples problems and a heap big load full of empathy but I do really believe that anyone working in my field needs to be in as tip top condition as they can be. I am a human being though!