About me
Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step and it’s normal to feel unsure. My aim is to make the process feel as comfortable and straightforward forward as possible. I want counselling to feel like a place you can stop carrying everything on your own. Help you feel heard, understood and supported from the first session.
I believe the relationship between counsellor and client is the most important part of therapy. I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable enough to be yourself . My approach is warm, relaxed and down to earth, creating a space where you don’t have to worry about saying the ‘right’ thing or having everything figured out.
What does non- judgemental really mean? Many people worry about being judged in therapy , or even for talking about the people they love. Guilt can play a big part in sessions when discussing family members, partners or friends. Our thoughts feelings and behaviours don’t appear out of nowhere- they are shaped by our experiences, relationships and environments we have lived in. Understanding those patterns isn’t about assigning blame but about making sense of where are you are now and helping you move to where you would like to be .
Counselling isn’t about having all the answers before you begin. It’s about having a space to make sense of it all, at your own pace.
If this sounds like something your looking for, or if you have any questions , you are very welcome to get in touch and we can explore how I can support you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and have experience across charitable organisations, higher education, and private practice. Working in these different settings has given me the opportunity to support people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences, each facing their own unique challenges.
Alongside supporting adults of all ages, I have extensive experience working with young adults (18–30) giving me a strong understanding of the pressures that can come with this stage of life. I have worked with clients experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bereavement, trauma, and life transitions, as well as many other personal challenges.
I am passionate about creating an inclusive, non-judgemental space where everyone feels welcome, including people from diverse cultural backgrounds and those living with disabilities or additional needs.
My primary approach is Person-Centred, as I believe every individual is the expert in their own life. I also work in a trauma-informed way and integrate approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy where these may be helpful. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor therapy to suit you, your needs, and your goals. Alongside my professional experience, I regularly undertake continuing professional development (CPD) to ensure my knowledge and practice continue to evolve.
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 have experience working with neurodivergent clients and provide trauma-informed counselling. Alongside the presenting issues listed above, I work with a wide range of everyday life challenges and transitions.”
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
Bank transfer
Further information
I offer online and in person counselling
Long-term counselling, short-term / brief counselling
