About me
Hello and welcome.
Do you find that you are constantly questioning yourself - perhaps feeling anxious, unable to switch off, or noticing a low mood without a clear reason?
Maybe you are in the midst of a life change - becoming a parent, navigating a new career path, or facing uncertainty about what lies ahead- and it’s all starting to feel like too much.
As an experienced therapist specialising in anxiety, maternal mental health, relationships, relational trauma and self-worth, I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, struggle with anxiety, low mood, or experience persistent self-doubt or relationship difficulties.
My approach is warm and respectful, rooted in the belief that we all have the capacity to make meaningful changes.
As I work with both individuals and couples, my experience in each area complements the other, offering a broader perspective on personal and relational dynamics.
Reaching out for therapy can be really hard. So I offer a 15-minute discovery call to discuss how I may be able to support you, and you can ask me any questions you may have.
For more information and resources, please visit my website. You can also book an initial call using the online booking calendar on my website.
Where I offer Therapy
Currently, I offer sessions from two locations; Braintree and Colchester. Both locations offer peaceful and welcoming spaces. Additionally, I offer online sessions.
My Experience
I am a UKCP registered experienced psychotherapist. I have provided counselling and psychotherapy in a variety of settings, including charitable organisations and the NHS, and have experience of working with people (18+) from diverse backgrounds.
Some of the issues I have helped people with in the past include:
- relationship issues, communication problems, affairs
- anxiety
- depression and low mood
- low self-esteem
- life transitions (becoming a parent, changing jobs, retirement, relocation, children leaving home etc.)
- stress management
- grief and loss
- trauma and trust issues
- unresolved childhood experiences
In addition, I have special interests in neurodivergence, low self-esteem and attachment.
Length and format of therapy
I offer short, medium and long-term therapy depending on your needs and preference.
What happens in our first meeting?
At our first session, we can discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and how we might work together. Understanding your expectations, aims and hopes from the therapy process is important.
Next steps
For more information, visit my website or reach out to make an appointment. You can contact me via text, email, WhatsApp message or phone call.
For more resources, please see my articles below.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
- MSc in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy (Middlesex University)
- Clinical Diploma in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy
- Clinical Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
- Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA-P)
- Certificate in Couples Counselling
Professional Membership:
- United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), Full Registered Member
- International Association of Relational Transactional Analysis (IARTA)
- Public liability insurance
- ICO Registered
- DBS checked
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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 - £95.00
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
If you are looking to fund the sessions through your health insurance, I am a psychotherapist recognised by AXA Health and BUPA.
When I work
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Further information
I practice from Braintree and Colchester. Both locations offer safe, calm and welcoming spaces which are easily accessible from Halstead, Sudbury, Coggeshall, Chelmsford, Colchester, Dunmow and other nearby places.
There is free onsite parking available in Braintree. If you are coming by train, there is a walk of approximately 10 mins from the mainline station.
My Colchester practice is in the city centre. There is no parking available at the premises; however, there are a number of public car parks nearby.
