About me
If you’re reading this, something in your life may be feeling heavy, confusing or overwhelming right now. You might not have the right words yet, just a sense that you need space to think, feel and make sense of things. That’s completely okay. Starting counselling can feel like a big step. My aim is to make that first step feel safe, supported and at your pace.
I am a qualified pluralistic counsellor and an accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I offer a calm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can begin to explore whatever feels important to you.
My Approach
I believe that every person is unique, and so therapy should be too.
As a pluralistic counsellor, I draw from different therapeutic approaches including Psychodynamic Therapy, Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This allows us to gently explore past experiences, understand patterns that may be impacting you now, and develop practical tools to help you move forward.
Most importantly, we work collaboratively. You won’t be told what to do or pushed in a direction that doesn’t feel right. We will shape the process together in a way that feels supportive and meaningful to you.
How I Can Support You
People come to counselling for many reasons. You may be experiencing:
Anxiety or constant overthinking
Low mood or feeling stuck
Relationship challenges
Difficult past experiences or trauma
Low self-esteem or self-doubt
Stress, burnout or life transitions
Patterns of behaviour you’d like to better understand
Sometimes it’s not one clear issue — just a sense that things don’t feel as they should. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome.
Session Options
I understand that life can be busy or complicated, so I offer flexible ways to access support:
Online Sessions
Held via Zoom, online counselling allows you to access support from the comfort of your own home, ideal if you work shifts, have caring responsibilities, or simply feel more at ease in your own space.
Home Sessions
If travelling feels difficult due to illness, disability, or personal circumstances, I offer home visits so you can receive support in a familiar and comfortable environment.
Face-to-Face Sessions
Sessions are available in our accessible clinic in Summerseat, Bury, a private and welcoming space where we can build a strong therapeutic relationship and work together safely.
Whichever format you choose, you will be met with warmth, respect and confidentiality.
Working Together
Counselling is not about “fixing” you, it’s about understanding you.
We will regularly review how sessions are feeling, ensuring the work continues to meet your needs. You are always part of that conversation.
I work within the NCPS ethical framework, engage in regular supervision, and commit to ongoing professional development to provide safe and effective support.
A Gentle First Step
You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out.
If you feel ready to begin, or even just to ask a question, I would be happy to hear from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- 2024 Prince’s Trust Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Practice
- 2021 Aim Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Hypnotherapy
- 2006 Assistant Practitioner Degree, Combined (N.V.Q Level 3 in Care, Foundation Degree in Social Care)
Experience
- South Manchester Counselling Society
- Age UK Community Counselling
- Cruse Bereavement line
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
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