About me
At times, life can feel overwhelming. You may be carrying difficult emotions such as grief, fear, shame or self-doubt, or struggling with the effects of trauma, relationship difficulties, or significant life changes. When things begin to feel heavy or confusing, having a supportive space to talk can make a real difference.
Counselling offers a place where you can speak openly about what you are experiencing, without judgement or pressure. Together we can gently explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, helping you begin to make sense of what is happening in your life.
I offer online counselling for adults, providing a calm and compassionate environment where you can move at a pace that feels safe for you. You do not need to have everything figured out before starting. Over time, counselling can help you develop greater self-understanding, strengthen your sense of self, and begin to move forward with more clarity, confidence and self-compassion.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have spent many years working within specialist support services, with a particular focus on domestic abuse and trauma. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals who have experienced coercive control, emotional, physical and sexual abuse, as well as the lasting impact that traumatic experiences can have on wellbeing, relationships, identity and self-esteem.
Alongside my work in domestic abuse services, I have also worked within substance misuse support and crisis helplines, supporting people experiencing trauma, grief, life transitions, emotional distress, and periods of significant crisis. These roles have given me extensive experience working with complex and sensitive situations, while developing a strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice.
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling and am a registered member of the BACP, working in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework. Confidentiality, professional integrity, and reflective practice are at the heart of my practice.
I am committed to ongoing professional development and have completed additional training in:
SafeLives Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Abuse Prevention (IDVA)
IRIS Train the Trainer Programme
Trauma-Informed Practice
Power Threat Meaning Framework
Trauma Stabilisation
Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) Awareness
LGBTQ+ Awareness and Inclusive Practice
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
£45.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
£45 per hour session.
Please get in touch if this feels prohibitive as I have some reduced rate spaces.
I offer a free 30min appointment to have an initial discussion to see if we are the right fit to work effectively together.
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Further information
Starting counselling can bring up many questions. You might wonder what sessions will be like, what you should talk about, or whether counselling will really help with what you are experiencing. It is completely normal to feel uncertain at the beginning.
Counselling offers a confidential and supportive space where you can talk openly about your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together we will begin by exploring what has brought you to therapy and what you hope to gain from the process. From there, we can gently shape an approach that feels helpful and supportive for you.
There is no expectation to share everything straight away. Therapy moves at a pace that feels comfortable and safe for you. Some people arrive with a clear idea of what they want to talk about, while others simply know that something in their life feels difficult or overwhelming. Both are completely valid starting points.
During sessions, I may ask questions that help you explore your thoughts and emotions more deeply, allowing space to reflect on your experiences and the meaning they hold for you. We will regularly check in about how the process is feeling, ensuring that the work remains supportive, collaborative and respectful of your boundaries.
Some sessions may focus on challenges you are facing in the present, while others may involve reflecting on past experiences, emotions, or patterns that you are beginning to notice in your life. Through this process, many people begin to gain a clearer understanding of themselves, their relationships, and the experiences that have shaped them.
Over time, counselling can support you in developing greater self-awareness, self-compassion and emotional resilience. This deeper understanding can help you recognise what is working in your life and what may no longer be serving you. It can also create space for meaningful change, allowing you to move forward with greater clarity, confidence and a stronger sense of who you are.
