About me
I offer counselling and psychotherapy for adults, couples and young people from my practice in Sale, South Manchester, as well as online throughout the UK and internationally.
With more than 25 years of experience supporting people through complex and challenging circumstances, I understand that reaching out for therapy often happens during periods of uncertainty, emotional distress, relationship difficulties, loss, trauma or significant life transition. Sometimes people arrive with a clear understanding of what is troubling them, whilst others simply know that something does not feel quite right and want space to explore and understand their experiences more fully.
My approach is warm, compassionate and collaborative. I believe that meaningful change begins when we feel genuinely heard, understood and accepted. Therapy provides an opportunity to pause, reflect and make sense of experiences, relationships and patterns that may be affecting your wellbeing, confidence or ability to move forward.
I work integratively, drawing upon Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment-informed approaches, trauma-informed practice and Expressive Arts. Rather than applying a fixed model, I tailor therapy to the individual, recognising that every person brings their own experiences, strengths, values and challenges.
I have a particular interest in supporting people through trauma, crisis, relationship difficulties, neurodiversity, identity questions, grief, emotional overwhelm and significant life changes. I also work extensively with couples experiencing communication difficulties, conflict, betrayal, loss of connection or uncertainty about the future of their relationship.
Whilst difficult experiences can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or disconnected from ourselves, I believe they can also create opportunities for greater understanding, resilience and growth. My aim is to help you develop insight, strengthen emotional wellbeing and move forward with greater clarity, confidence and self-compassion.
I offer both short-term and longer-term therapy, depending on your needs and goals. Sessions are typically held weekly and provide a safe, confidential and supportive space where we can work together at a pace that feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a clinical supervisor, psychotherapist and trauma-informed practitioner with more than 25 years of experience across mental health services, wellbeing, psychotherapy and psychologically informed practice.
I qualified as a counsellor in 2016 and have developed a successful private practice supporting adults, young people, couples and families. Alongside my psychotherapy work, I spent almost 14 years with the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), reviewing highly sensitive and complex cases involving vulnerability, trauma, bereavement and significant emotional impact. This experience strengthened my understanding of resilience, safeguarding, risk, ethical decision-making and working with complexity.
My therapeutic training is integrative, drawing upon Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment-informed approaches, trauma-informed practice and Expressive Arts. This breadth of training enables me to support supervisees working with a wide range of client presentations and therapeutic approaches.
In 2025, I completed a Level 7 qualification in Clinical Supervision and now provide supervision to trainee and qualified counsellors and psychotherapists. My supervisory work is informed by the Seven-Eyed Supervision Process Model and a strong commitment to reflective, ethical and relational practice.
I am also a TRiM Practitioner, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) Manager and Reflective Practice Facilitator, supporting individuals and professionals working within emotionally demanding environments.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in accordance with their Ethical Framework. I undertake regular supervision and continuing professional development to ensure my practice remains ethical, reflective and up to date.
I have particular experience supporting work involving trauma, attachment, neurodiversity, grief, identity development, relationship difficulties, safeguarding concerns, high-conflict relational dynamics and emotionally complex presentations.
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).
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Fees
£65.00 - £85.00
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Additional information
My fee for individual therapy is £65 per session. Couples and family therapy sessions are £85 per hour, and I also offer extended 90-minute sessions where these may be beneficial, particularly when working with more complex relational issues.
I offer a free 20-minute introductory consultation to all prospective clients. This provides an opportunity for us to discuss what has brought you to therapy, explore how I may be able to help, and consider whether we feel well matched to work together. It also gives you the opportunity to ask any questions about the therapeutic process, practical arrangements or fees.
I offer both short-term and longer-term therapy, depending on your individual needs and goals. Sessions are available face-to-face in Sale, online, by telephone, outdoors through walk-and-talk therapy, and through animal-assisted therapy with Rudy, my Goldador therapy dog.
I also facilitate group work, workshops and psychoeducational programmes. Fees for these services can be discussed during an initial consultation, depending on the nature and requirements of the work.
I am mindful that the cost of therapy can be an important consideration. Where possible, I offer a limited number of reduced-fee appointments for students, trainee therapists and clients on a low income, subject to availability. Please feel free to discuss this with me during our initial conversation.
Further information
My therapy space has been thoughtfully designed to feel warm, calming and restorative, inspired by natural textures and the nurturing atmosphere of spaces such as Manchester's Treehouse Hotel. Clients are welcome to settle in with a drink and a biscuit before sessions begin, helping to create a sense of ease and comfort.
Alongside talking therapy, I also draw upon Expressive Arts where appropriate. This may involve the gentle use of creativity, imagery, metaphor, objects, cards, writing or simple visual exercises to support reflection and self-understanding. Expressive work is always optional and can be particularly helpful when thoughts, emotions or experiences feel difficult to put into words.
I also work alongside Rudy, my calm and carefully trained Goldador therapy dog. Where appropriate, and only with your consent, Rudy can be present during sessions as part of animal-assisted therapy. Many clients find his gentle presence grounding and reassuring, particularly when working with trauma, anxiety or emotional overwhelm. Rudy's involvement is always optional and sessions can take place with or without him.
