About me
I am a registered integrative counsellor (MBACP), primarily person-centred, with over 15 years of working in the NHS and social care. I am eclectic in my approach, I have the knowledge of the theoretical basis of many models of counselling, which means that I am able in practical sessions to adapt my approach to suit the needs of my clients
In my private practice, I offer specialist cancer counselling for cancer patients and those close to them. I understand first-hand that a cancer diagnosis can feel worrying, disruptive or difficult to talk about. I provide a supportive and respectful environment where clients feel comfortable sharing their fears openly
I aim to offer you a safe space to talk about your feelings without judgment
An important part of counselling is feeling heard and understood.
We will work together to enable you to see things more clearly and take steps towards leading the life you really want.
Outside of my work, I lead an active and balanced lifestyle- I enjoy creative expression through pottery and drama classes. I also volunteer at my local food bank.
I offer a free 30-minute introductory session. In this session, you will have the opportunity to tell me more about what has brought you to counselling, and we can explore ways I could help you. You will be able to ask me questions about how I work, and we will discuss what has or hasn't worked for you in the past and what you would like to change.
I see clients on Zoom or via telephone for a 50-minute session once a week. Having been working online since the beginning of 2021, I have found this to be a safe, effective and convenient way of offering and receiving counselling.
We can work in an open-ended or a limited way. We will regularly review our work, and I will listen to how you are experiencing the counselling process
I will send you a copy of the terms and conditions of our work together, which would have my contact details, payment details, etc,
At the end of our introductory session, you will be invited to go and take as much time as you need to reflect on our session and decide whether you would like to engage in counselling with me,
Training, qualifications & experience
I have over 15 years of counselling experience and continue to develop my practice through regular CPD (Continuing Professional Development).
Qualifications:
• Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling
- BSC (hons) in Counselling
• Certificate in Mental Health
• Certificate in Trauma & Complex Bereavement Counselling
• Certificate in Rape and Sexual Abuse Support
• Certificate in Race and Cultural Education Counselling
• Certificate in Restorative Justice
• Certificate in Safeguarding
• Certificate in Telephone Smoking Cessation Counselling
• Certificate in Assessment, Key Working and Care Planning
Specialisms:
• Individual therapy (Adults & Young People)
• Trauma recovery
• Grief & bereavement
• Mental health assessment
• Relationship difficulties
• Self-esteem, identity, and cultural issues
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
Free initial telephone or online session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I keep some low-fee sessions each week for people who are in financial need and trainees on placement.
I am happy to discuss this with you.
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When I work
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I offer crisis intervention counselling Assessments will be made within 24 hours. My hours are flexible, to suit the needs of the client.
Further information
I offer counselling sessions both online (via Zoom) and in person. In-person sessions take place in a calm, private space designed to help you feel safe, comfortable, and respected. Home visits can also be arranged in certain cases, depending on location and need.
Sessions last 50 minutes and take place weekly. I work in a client-led, collaborative way — meaning we go at your pace, focusing on the areas that feel most important to you. We can work short-term (6–12 sessions) or long-term depending on your goals.
I also offer a free 15-minute Zoom consultation so you can ask questions and get a feel for how we might work together before committing to your first session.
My work is grounded in empathy, flexibility, and ethical practice. I hold space for clients from all walks of life and am committed to respecting difference, culture, and identity throughout our work.
