About me
Your first session is on me. Choosing a counsellor is a big decision, so your first 50-minute session is free, with no obligation to continue. It’s a chance to meet, talk about what’s brought you here, and see whether we’re the right fit.
Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, especially if you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low or unsure where to turn. You may be struggling with something specific, or you might just know that something doesn’t feel right — and that’s okay.
My role is to offer you a calm, supportive space where you can talk openly and honestly, without fear of judgement. I believe everyone deserves to feel heard, understood and accepted, and I work with warmth, empathy and respect to help you explore what’s going on for you.
Counselling with me is not about being told what to do. Instead, we work together to help you gain clarity, build confidence, and find ways forward that feel meaningful and manageable for you.
I am a qualified and insured counsellor offering professional counselling in Leigh-on-sea, and I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP).
I offer person centred counselling, and also integrate CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Solution Focused Therapy depending on your needs.
I provide:
• Face-to-face counselling in Leigh-on-sea
• Online counselling
• Telephone counselling
I work with adults (18+) experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and other emotional challenges.
Training, qualifications & experience
My core approach is person centred counselling, which focuses on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and helping you feel accepted, understood and empowered.
Alongside this, I am trained in:
• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) – helpful for anxiety, depression, panic and unhelpful thought patterns
• Solution Focused Therapy – useful for goal setting, confidence building and finding practical ways forward
This integrative approach allows me to tailor therapy to your individual needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all model.
I have experience providing counselling for:
• Anxiety and panic attacks
• Depression and low mood
• Stress and burnout
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief and bereavement
• Relationship difficulties
• Low self-esteem and confidence
• Addiction and behavioural issues
I attend regular supervision and ongoing professional development to ensure ethical and effective practice.
Qualifications:
- Level 5 - Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic (CBT) Skills and Theory
- Level 4 - Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 3 - Counselling Studies
- Level 2 - Counselling Skills
- A qualified Person-Centred Therapist
- Registered Member of the BACP
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
£55.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Your first session is on me. Your first 50-minute session is free, with no obligation to continue. After that, sessions are £55 for 50 minutes, whether in person, online or by telephone.
You can book your first session straight away, or have a free intro call first if you’d prefer.
Sessions usually take place weekly, at a regular time. You can pay by bank transfer, secure online payment link or cash.
I can discuss concessions where appropriate.
When I work
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Further information
Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision, and it’s important that you feel comfortable with the person you work with. That’s why your first session is on me: you can meet me, ask anything about how I work, and decide whether I’m the right fit before committing to anything. If you’d like to talk first, you can book a free intro call using the button at the top of this page.
Reaching out for support is a courageous step, and I would be happy to walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you’re facing.
Since 2020, I have and continue to volunteer as a counsellor / therapist at Open Road, Basildon which is a drug and alcohol service where I try to help local people struggling with addiction that are not in a position to access paid counselling services.
I believe that everybody has a right to access counselling regardless of where they are from or who they are.
My counselling room is on the first floor at 1212a London Road, Leigh-on-Sea (stairs, no lift), with the entrance at the top of Percy Road.
If you require further help or information please contact me or visit the Therapy Care website
