Ralph initially trained with WPF and holds their Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling. He is a BACP Accredited Counsellor and has been counselling in Chelmsford for many years. More recently he has undertaken a psychotherapy training with the Association of Independent Psychotherapists (AIP) in Highgate, which is ongoing.

Ralph was educated in Exeter University and at Imperial College, University of London and holds a PhD as well as other professional qualifications. He has many years experience in senior management roles in science and technology as well as in the management of all aspects of counselling organisations at local and national levels.