About me
Hello, I'm Brigitte, although most of my clients know me as Bee.
I'm a BACP-registered counsellor and clinical supervisor based in Rutland, offering counselling for adults, children and young people in a warm, professional and confidential setting.
I believe therapy begins with feeling genuinely heard, understood and accepted. My approach is rooted in person-centred counselling, with the therapeutic relationship at the heart of my work. Alongside this, I draw on a range of therapeutic ideas and approaches where appropriate, tailoring therapy to the individual rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach. Every client is different, and I believe therapy should reflect that.
Over the years I have worked across private practice, primary and secondary education, prison counselling and specialist trauma services, supporting people through a wide range of experiences including anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, family challenges, identity, and major life transitions. Whatever brings you to counselling, my aim is to provide a safe and supportive space where you can think, reflect, gain insight, and discover your own way forward.
Whether you're looking for support around a specific issue or hoping to understand yourself more deeply through longer-term therapy, I strive to offer a calm, thoughtful and collaborative environment where we can work together towards meaningful and lasting change.
Sessions last 50 minutes and are available both face-to-face from my private counselling room in Rutland and online. I also offer a free introductory telephone call, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions and decide whether I feel like the right counsellor for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications
Post Graduate Level 7 Certificate in Supervision – The Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy
EdExcel Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Level 5)
CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies (Level 3)
CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills (Level 2)
Foundation Degree in Child Development
Professional Registration
Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Safeguarding & Compliance
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Trained
Enhanced DBS Certificate for working with children and young people
Experience
I have experience working with children, young people and adults across a variety of settings, including private practice, primary schools, secondary schools, prison counselling and specialist trauma services.
Within education, I have supported children and young people from Year 3 through to Year 11, working with a broad range of presenting issues including anxiety, low mood, bereavement, self-esteem, emotional regulation, friendship and family difficulties, neurodiversity, self-harm, trauma and identity development.
Alongside my work in schools, I have received specialist trauma training through the Road Victims Trust, supporting individuals and families affected by sudden trauma, serious road collisions and bereavement. My prison counselling experience has also given me valuable insight into working with complex trauma, loss, shame and significant life transitions.
As a qualified clinical supervisor, I also provide supervision for trainee and qualified counsellors, offering a warm, reflective and collaborative space to support ethical practice, professional development and clinical confidence.
From early 2026, clients also have the option of being joined in sessions by Goose, my Golden Retriever, who is trained through the PAWS therapy dog programme. Goose offers a calm, grounding presence and is always an optional part of the therapeutic space for those who feel they would benefit from animal-assisted support.
Ongoing Professional Development
I regularly undertake continuing professional development (CPD) to ensure my practice remains ethical, evidence-informed and responsive to the needs of my clients. This includes training in safeguarding, trauma, self-harm, shame and guilt, family systems, neurodiversity and specialist therapeutic approaches, alongside regular professional supervision and ongoing learning.
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
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
All sessions, including the first session, are charged at:
- Individuals £60 (55 min session)
Sessions face to face or online.
When I work
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Further information
Sessions take place in a peaceful, private garden office—a quiet space designed to feel calm, warm, and safe. It’s set slightly apart from the main house, allowing for privacy and focus. I also offer online sessions for those who prefer remote work or need more flexibility.
From late 2025, my golden retriever Goose may be available as an optional presence during face-to-face sessions. He’s currently in training to join me in the therapy space and brings a gentle, grounding energy that some clients find deeply comforting.
