About me
Choosing a counsellor is a very personal decision. You may be looking through profiles wondering who feels like the right person to support you. I hope this gives you a sense of who I am, how I work and what you can expect if we work together.
Alongside my private practice, I am the Chief Executive Officer of a local charity supporting children and young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing. Although my role involves leadership and strategic responsibility, my passion has always remained rooted in supporting people and understanding their experiences.
Location
My practice is based in Southbourne, conveniently located between Havant and Chichester and just a two-minute walk from Southbourne railway station.
I offer a calm, confidential and welcoming space where you can take time to explore whatever has brought you to counselling. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, trauma, loss, life changes or simply feeling that something does not feel quite right, therapy provides an opportunity to slow down, reflect and reconnect with yourself.
How I Work
My approach is Humanistic, creative and person-centred, meaning you are at the heart of the counselling relationship.
I believe that every person is unique, and therefore therapy should never be a "one size fits all" experience. I work collaboratively, adapting my approach to suit your individual needs, personality and circumstances.
I don't believe counselling is about "fixing" people. Instead, it is about understanding yourself more deeply, making sense of your experiences, recognising your strengths and discovering new possibilities for growth and change.
Working with Children and Young People
Working with children and young people is a particular specialism of mine, and I understand that therapy needs to look very different from adult counselling.
For many children and teenagers, sitting in a room and talking about difficult emotions can feel overwhelming or intimidating. Some may not yet have the words to describe their experiences, or traditional talking therapy may not feel like the right approach.
Building trust and creating a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation of my work with young people. I use creativity, play, puppets, expressive arts and activities to help children and young people communicate in ways that feel natural and safe for them.
Sometimes the things that are hardest to say can be expressed through creativity.
Walk and Talk Therapy
Walk and Talk Therapy is exactly what it sounds like, we walk and talk together in beautiful outdoor locations.
For some people, sitting face-to-face in a counselling room can feel daunting. Walking side by side can create a more relaxed environment where conversation flows more naturally.
Kingley Vale in the South Downs National Park is a particular favourite location, with its ancient yew trees, beautiful landscape and sense of history providing a peaceful and reflective setting. Many people find that being outdoors, surrounded by nature, helps them feel calmer, more grounded and more connected with themselves.
Expressive Arts
I realised very early in my counselling training that not everyone finds words easy when trying to express their deepest thoughts and emotions.
Communication does not always have to be verbal. There are many ways we can express, explore and understand ourselves.
Expressive arts can provide another pathway into our inner world. Unlike traditional art, where the focus is often on the finished product, expressive arts focus on the process of creation and what emerges from it.
This may include drawing, painting, clay, sand tray work, working with objects, natural materials, music, movement or other creative approaches. You do not need to consider yourself "artistic" — this is not about creating something perfect. It is about self-expression, exploration and discovering new ways of understanding yourself.
Dreams
Dreams have fascinated people throughout history and can sometimes offer valuable insight into our inner experiences.
Often, our dreams reflect emotions, concerns or themes that may be present in our waking lives. Exploring dreams can open up another form of communication, allowing us to gently explore thoughts, feelings and experiences that may sit beneath our everyday awareness.
Using creative approaches alongside dream exploration can help us access our imagination, uncover new perspectives and develop a deeper understanding of ourselves.
A Holistic Approach
I believe we are more than our thoughts and emotions alone. Our wellbeing is influenced by our whole being — our relationships, physical health, environment, lifestyle, sense of purpose and connection to ourselves.
Alongside my counselling training and professional experience, I have a personal interest in holistic approaches to wellbeing, including mindfulness, meditation, yoga, movement, breathwork and the relationship between mind and body.
Where appropriate and guided by each individual client, I may draw on these perspectives to support greater self-awareness, emotional regulation and overall wellbeing. My aim is always to meet you exactly where you are and walk alongside you, finding a pathway through together.
Meet The Dog
If you like dogs, I will introduce you to Arthur Bear, my gentle therapy dog. Arthur is a big ball of goofiness with an even bigger heart. He has a wonderful way of helping people feel at ease, often bringing a smile to the room before we've even started talking.
Outdoor space
For those who enjoy being outdoors, I also offer sessions in my outdoor therapy space during the warmer months or on bright, crisp days.
Training, qualifications & experience
My training includes a Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, a BA (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People and a qualification to work with couples and families. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in accordance with its Ethical Framework, ensuring that my practice remains safe, professional and client-centred. I regularly undertake continuing professional development to keep my knowledge current and to broaden my clinical skills.
Areas of Experience
Throughout my career I have worked with people experiencing:
Anxiety and depression
Trauma and PTSD
Bereavement and loss
Low self-esteem and confidence
Relationship difficulties
Couples counselling
Domestic abuse
Addiction and recovery
Drug and alcohol dependency
Carers and caregiver fatigue
LGBTQ+ issues, sexuality and gender identity
Neurodivergence
Learning disabilities
Stress and burnout
Life transitions
Serious and life-limiting illness
Cancer diagnosis and treatment
Emotional wellbeing in young people
Personal growth and self-discovery
I have a particular interest in supporting people living with a serious illness or life-changing diagnosis, including cancer and other long-term health conditions. Receiving a diagnosis can affect every part of life—not only physical health but also identity, relationships, confidence, hopes and plans for the future. Therapy offers a compassionate space to process these experiences, make sense of uncertainty and discover ways of living meaningfully despite the challenges.
My practice is flexible, making reasonable adjustments where appropriate, including adapting communication styles, incorporating expressive arts and offering flexible ways of engaging in therapy.
Qualifications
BA (Hons) Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy
Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy
Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People
Certificate in Counselling
Certificate in Couples Counselling
Additional Training
Drug and Alcohol Counselling
Counselling Children and Young People
Counselling Neurodivergent Clients
Counselling for Carers
Trauma-Informed Practice
PTSD and the Rewind Technique
Polyvagal Theory
Working with Dreams
Expressive Arts
LGBTQ+ Affirmative Practice
Sex and Intimacy in Couples Counselling
Mindfulness
Emotional Unstable Personality Disorder (Borderline Personality Disorder)
Mental Health First Aid
Safeguarding Children and Adults
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I offer rewind therapy for the treatment of PTSD
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I do have some consessional spaces, please ask.
£70 for an individual session (50 minutes)
£90 for Couples Counselling (70 minutes)
£70 for Supervision (50 minutes)
£90 for Supervision (70 minutes)
£80 for Walk and Talk Therapy (60 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on terrain and speed)
£30 for face to face/ telephone Consultation (30 minutes)
£20 for a face to face/ telephone Consultation (20 minutes)
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Further information
FAQS
How long is a therapy session and how many will I need?
A Therapeutic session is 50 minutes in duration, walk & talk therapy sessions may be slightly longer. The amount of sessions required is lead by you. However I work with clients ranging from 4-8 weeks to long term open ended sessions depending on your need.
How do I pay for therapy sessions?
Therapy sessions are paid by a bank transfer before the session commences, or can be paid for in cash on the day before the session.
Where is the counselling room?
My practices are located in Southbourne, West Sussex.
Where will Walk & talk therapy take place and what type of clothing will I need?
This is dependent on where you live, but I currently work in rural areas such as Rowlands Castle and Funtington. What you wear is dependent on the weather, however I do advise wearing walking boots or trainers and appropriate clothing, but don't worry we will have 3-4 indoor therapy sessions before we partake in walk & talk therapy. I will ask you to fill out a medical form and I will complete a risk assessment before we start, this helps us to assess the most suitable location.
I am fully insured.
