About me
king the first step towards counselling can feel difficult, particularly if you have been struggling for some time or are unsure where to begin.
I am an experienced counsellor based in Nettleham, near Lincoln, offering a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what is happening in your life.
You may be experiencing anxiety, depression or low mood, stress, low self-esteem, grief or loss, relationship difficulties, OCD, or simply feeling overwhelmed by everyday life. You may also be trying to make sense of childhood trauma, abuse or other difficult experiences from your past. Whatever has brought you to counselling, we can work together to understand what is happening for you and what you may need moving forward.
I work with adults and young people aged 11+, including young people experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-harm, school-related stress and difficulties with self-esteem or identity. I have experience supporting neurodivergent clients, including people with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and dyscalculia.
I offer LGBTQ+ affirming counselling and have experience working with adult survivors of childhood abuse. I also work with couples experiencing relationship difficulties who would like a safe space to explore their relationship and communication.
My approach is person-centred and humanistic, which means I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I will not tell you what you should do or make decisions for you. Instead, I will work alongside you, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels right for you.
Counselling can help you develop a deeper understanding of yourself, recognise patterns that may be affecting you and begin to make choices that feel more helpful and meaningful.
Sessions are tailored to your individual needs, providing support, understanding and guidance at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work within their professional and ethical framework.
Please contact me by email, telephone or text message if you would like further information or would like to arrange a free 15-minute initial consultation.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a wide range of counselling experience and now work solely within my private practice in Nettleham, near Lincoln, supporting adults and young people aged 11+.
Most recently, I worked as a counsellor for Talkzone at Centre Place, Worksop, supporting children and young people aged 11–25. I provided counselling across a range of community settings, including GP surgeries, family hubs, schools and colleges. During this role, I also undertook specialist in-house training to support young people within the LGBTQ+ community.
Throughout my counselling career, I have supported people with a wide range of needs and experiences. I have supported adult survivors of childhood abuse through Someone Cares and worked with children through Barnardo’s Orchard Mosaic Project.
My earlier experience also includes counselling students at Tyne Metropolitan College and volunteering with St Barnabas Hospice, where I supported people experiencing bereavement, terminal illness and lifelong conditions. I also helped facilitate a weekly bereavement support group.
These varied experiences have given me the opportunity to work with people of different ages, backgrounds and circumstances and have helped shape the counsellor I am today.
Training
July 2023 – Working Together: Level 3 Safeguarding Children
November–December 2022 – Understanding Autism: Level 2 Certificate
April–October 2022 – Advanced CBT Diploma
January–May 2021 – Depression Counselling Diploma
June 2015 – Mindfulness Diploma
September 2012–May 2013 – BA (Hons) Top-Up Degree, University of Sunderland – 2:2
September 2010–August 2012 – Foundation Degree in Counselling
September 2009–July 2010 – Level 3 Counselling Certificate
February–July 2009 – Level 2 Counselling Certificate
October 2008–January 2009 – In-House Mentor Project – 9 Credits at Level 2
January–April 2008 – Level 3 Mentoring Certificate
April–August 2007 – In-House Steps Forward Mentoring Project – 9 Credits at Level 2
June–August 2003 – Basic Counselling Certificate
Additional Training
Queering Therapy Spaces and Working with Gender Diverse Clients – BACP
Counselling Asylum Seekers and Refugees – Solace
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.
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Fees
£55.00 per session
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Additional information
Individual counselling sessions are £55 for 50 minutes and are available in person, by telephone or online via Teams video call.
Couples counselling sessions are £65 for 60 minutes.
I offer a reduced fee for trainee counsellors. Please get in touch for further details.
Further information
I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions, talk briefly about what has brought you to counselling and see whether you feel I may be the right counsellor for you.
There is no obligation to book further sessions following the consultation. If you would like to arrange a consultation, please feel free to contact me by phone, text or email.
