About me
I am an experienced Clinical Counsellor, Supervisor, AANE-trained Neurodivergent Couples Therapist and BWRT Psychotherapist, offering individual and couples therapy in Manchester City Centre and online across the UK.
My practice is trauma-informed, relational and neurodivergent-affirming. I support adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, shame, emotional overwhelm, attachment difficulties and relationship challenges, including the lasting effects of adverse childhood experiences. I have a particular interest in supporting autistic and ADHD adults navigating late diagnosis, identity, masking, burnout and the process of understanding themselves, whether formally diagnosed or exploring their neurodivergence.
I hold a Master's degree in Clinical Counselling from the University of Chester and previously worked as a Clinical Counsellor within Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) NHS Talking Therapies. I continue to develop my specialist expertise through advanced training in trauma, neurodivergent-affirming practice and couples therapy.
I offer an inclusive, anti-discriminatory therapeutic space where people of all backgrounds, cultures, faiths, sexualities, gender identities and abilities are welcomed, respected and understood.
My Approach
My approach is warm, relational and interactive. Rather than simply listening, I work collaboratively with you to explore the experiences, beliefs and protective patterns that may be keeping you feeling stuck.
Together, we can make sense of how past experiences influence present difficulties, develop greater emotional awareness and explore ways of responding to yourself and others with greater understanding. Depending on your needs, therapy may involve reflective exploration, practical strategies or evidence-informed approaches to processing trauma and difficult emotions.
My aim is to help you move beyond simply coping towards greater self-understanding, emotional freedom, confidence and a more authentic way of living.
Neurodivergent Couples Therapy
Relationships where one or both partners are autistic or have ADHD can involve unique strengths alongside significant misunderstandings. Differences in communication, sensory processing, emotional regulation, executive functioning and needs for connection can sometimes create recurring cycles of conflict, withdrawal or disconnection.
As an AANE-trained Neurodivergent Couples Therapist, I integrate neurodivergent-affirming practice with The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy. This approach helps partners understand recurring relationship patterns, develop greater emotional awareness, take responsibility for their own responses and navigate differences without losing their individuality.
I also help couples recognise the strengths within their relationship, including loyalty, honesty, creativity, passion and different ways of thinking and problem-solving.
My focus is not on changing who either partner is, but on helping you understand one another more deeply, communicate more effectively and create a relationship where both partners feel respected, valued and emotionally connected.
Areas I Can Help With:
- Trauma and complex trauma
- Anxiety and depression
- Emotional dysregulation and overwhelm
- Shame and low self-worth
- Relationship and attachment difficulties
- Masking
- Burnout
- Complex grief and bereavement
- Anger and irritability
- Sensory overwhelm
- Separation and divorce
- Coercive control
Book a Consultation
My therapy room is based in Manchester City Centre, and I offer online therapy throughout the UK.
I offer a free 30-minute consultation where we can discuss what has brought you to therapy, explore what you hope to gain and consider whether working together feels like the right fit.
Whether you're seeking support as an individual or navigating challenges within your relationship, you're welcome to get in touch.
Training, qualifications & experience
MA (Distinction) in Clinical Counselling - The University of Chester
The Association for Autism and Neurodiversity (AANE) Trained Couples Therapist
The National Association of Autism and Mental Health (NCAMH) BPS Approved Diploma in Autism and Mental Health
Aspire Autism Consultancy Training :
- ADHD in the Therapy Room; A Neuro-affirming Approach
- Working with Neurodivergent Couples and Relationships
- A Neuro-affirming approach to working with Autistic Clients
Brainworking Recursive Therapy (BWRT) Advanced Practitioner Levels 1 & 2
Accredited Relational Dynamics 1st, Coaching for the Arts
Post Graduate Certificate in Supervision - The Manchester Institute for Psychotherapy
Advanced Post Graduate Certificate in Person-Centred Couples Counselling
Hypnotherapy Practitioner Diploma NCH
Diploma in Solution-Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH)
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
£75.00 - £250.00
Additional information
- Initial Consultation: Free (30 min.) Online or in-person
- First Individual Session: £112 (90 min.)
- Follow-on Individual sessions: £75 (60 minutes)
- Couples one-off Extended Consultation: £225 (90 minutes)
- Follow-on sessions: £150 (60 minutes)
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