About me
Hello, my name is Emma-Jane.
I offer confidential, compassionate counselling for adults finding their way through life’s challenges. Whether you’re living with anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, or navigating the complexities of ADHD, you don’t have to face it alone. I provide a warm, empathic space where you can slow down, explore what’s happening for you, and feel supported as you move toward meaningful change.
Many people come to counselling during times when they feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of their direction. You might feel stuck, adrift, or struggling to make sense of what’s happening in your life. Together, we can gently explore what you’re carrying, understand what feels confusing or painful, and begin to find a clearer, more grounded way forward that feels right for you. Sessions are weekly and on an individual basis.
My Approach
My practice is grounded in humanistic counselling and informed by Transactional Analysis. This means I work collaboratively with you to explore patterns, build self-awareness, and foster authentic, empowered change. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, drawing from a range of therapeutic techniques to support your healing and personal growth.
What I Can Help With
- ADHD: Managing overwhelm, improving focus, and building self-esteem
- Bereavement: Navigating grief and finding meaning after loss
- Depression: Reconnecting with hope and rediscovering your strengths
- Trauma: Processing painful experiences in a safe and supported way
- Anxiety: Calming the mind and building resilience
- Relationship Challenges: Exploring emotional wounds, improving communication, and finding clarity in complex personal, romantic, or family dynamics with compassion and a focus on healing patterns
- Pet Bereavement: Losing a beloved animal can feel like losing a part of your heart. I offer a gentle space to honour that bond, acknowledge your grief, and help you find comfort in the memories that matter most
Empowering Women with ADHD Through Understanding and Acceptance
ADHD in adulthood especially for women is often missed, misunderstood, or misdiagnosed. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experience, make sense of your challenges, and reconnect with your strengths.
I specialise in women navigating the unique ways ADHD shows up in their lives from emotional overwhelm and executive dysfunction to the deep frustration of feeling "too much" or "not enough." Many of my clients come to me during perimenopause or menopause, when hormonal shifts can intensify ADHD symptoms and impact mood, memory, and focus. Together, we explore these changes with curiosity and care, building strategies that support your wellbeing and self-worth.
My approach is grounded in acceptance, neurodiversity affirming practice, and a deep respect for your lived experience. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have carried this quietly for years, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, insight, and practical tools.
Understanding Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma
Depression and anxiety can feel isolating, confusing, and exhausting. You might be struggling with low mood, racing thoughts, panic, or a sense of disconnection from yourself and others. These experiences often have deeper roots sometimes in past trauma, sometimes in long standing patterns of stress or self-doubt.
As a trauma-informed counsellor, I recognise how past experiences can shape present emotions and behaviours. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore what’s going on beneath the surface, at your own pace. My approach is gentle, collaborative, and grounded in respect for your story.
Together, we can work towards greater clarity, emotional resilience, and a renewed sense of self.
Navigating Grief and Loss
Grief is a deeply personal journey. Whether you're mourning the death of a loved one, the loss of a relationship, or the passing of a beloved pet, the emotional impact can be profound. You may feel overwhelmed, numb, angry, or lost and these feelings can come in waves, often when you least expect them.
As a counsellor, I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can explore your grief without judgment. I understand that loss affects everyone differently, and there is no "right" way to grieve. Together, we can gently make sense of your experience, honour your feelings, and find ways to move forward at your own pace.
I also support clients through pet bereavement a form of grief that is often overlooked but no less significant. The bond we share with our animal companions is deep and meaningful, and their loss can leave a lasting ache. Here, your grief is valid, and your story matters.
Transforming Relationship Patterns with Transactional Analysis
Our relationships shape how we see ourselves and how we move through the world. If you find yourself stuck in repeating patterns, struggling with communication, or feeling misunderstood, counselling can help you make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface.
I work with individuals to explore relationship dynamics using Transactional Analysis (TA), a powerful framework that helps us understand how we relate to others. TA looks at the roles we unconsciously step into Parent, Adult, Child and how these influence our behaviours, emotional responses, and communication. By bringing awareness to these patterns, you can begin to shift how you show up in relationships, set clearer boundaries, and connect more authentically.
Whether you're navigating romantic relationships, family tensions, or workplace dynamics, I offer a safe, respectful space to explore your relational world and build healthier ways of being.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stuck, I offer a free 15 minute consultation to explore how counselling might support you.
Ready When You Are
Whether you’re seeking clarity, coping strategies, or simply someone to talk to, I’m here to walk alongside you.
If you feel ready to take the next step, I’d be glad to hear from you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- B.A.(Hons) Transactional Analysis Counselling (1st class)
- FdA Humanistic Counselling, based on Transactional Analysis (Distinction) Middlesex University. (BACP Accredited).
- Certificate in Trauma Focused Therapy.
- Richman EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Training
- BWRT ( Brainwave Recursive Therapy)- Level 1.
- Certificate in Introduction to Counselling (CPCAB)
- L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CPCAB)
- L3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (CPCAB)
- Certificate of Transactional Analysis 101 from ITA (Institute of Transactional Analysis)
- Animal Assisted Play Therapy™ Theory, Research and Practice (Level 1)
- Canine Communication in Animal Assisted Play Therapy™
- Introduction to Animal Assisted Play Therapy™
(Validated by the Family Enhancement & Play Therapy Center ,Inc. - International Institute for Animal Assisted Play Therapy™)
I am a registered member of the following associations:
- The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
- Society for Companion Animal Studies (SCAS) regular one to one and group supervision sessions and am committed to improve my service by attending continuing professional development courses. The ethical guidelines that underpin my work are defined by the BACP (http://www.bacp.co.uk/about_bacp/).
My initial counselling experience began in NHS GP practices, where I trained and later worked with IAPT (Improving Access to Psychological Therapies) agencies offering structured support for common mental health concerns. I’ve also provided youth counselling and worked with individuals who are visually impaired. I now support a wide range of adults, with a particular focus on ADHD, anxiety, trauma, depression and bereavement.
As a therapist I participate regularly on ongoing training which covers I wide area of subjects .
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.
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
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Pet Bereavement
Many pet owners form strong attachments to their animals and indeed animals are becoming much more involved in our lives compared say to 30 years ago.
for some pet owners its hard to find family and friends who fully appreciate the strong emotional tie that this relationship brings. Dogs in particular are accepting, unconditional and non-judgemental.
Grieving for the death or loss of a pet is perfectly normal. having an attachment and bond with a pet with whom you may have been closer to than a human being or who has been there for you through tough times can bring strong emotional feelings.
losing a pet through theft or accident can be particularly difficulty and bring its own emotional complications such as guilt and anger.
Sometimes tough decisions have to me made such as decisions about Euthanasia and this cane difficult o discuss with friends and family.
Talking to a counsellor can help bring more clarity and offer the time and space needed to help process this grief.
Along with a colleague we have successfully delivered workshops for pet professionals ant pet owners, including professional dog walkers, animal behaviourists, rescue volunteers and veterinary staff etc. In September 2019 we were invited to hold a workshop at Glasgow University Veterinary Department where we spoke about the impact of loss both on the client and also its effects on Veterinary professionals.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
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Further information
My way of working is to increase your confidence and empower you to make positive decisions that can make a real difference to your life.
I am also a Bupa recognised therapist which enables me to take clients who have medical insurance through Bupa. Please contact Bupa first to ensure you have the relevant cover.
