About me
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, or finding life difficult to cope with, you don't have to face it alone. I offer a safe, compassionate and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, helping you make sense of your experiences and move forward at a pace that feels right for you.
I am an experienced counsellor with over eight years of practice, supporting adults through a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, stress, loss, emotional overwhelm, and the lasting effects of difficult or traumatic life experiences.
Sometimes our past experiences can continue to affect us long after they have happened, leaving us feeling anxious, low, disconnected, or stuck in unhelpful patterns. You may find relationships challenging, struggle with confidence, experience overwhelming emotions, or simply feel that life has become harder to manage. Whatever has brought you to therapy, you will be met with warmth, understanding and without judgement.
My approach is trauma-informed and person-centred, meaning our work together is guided by your individual needs rather than a fixed way of working. I believe that therapy should feel collaborative, supportive and empowering. Together, we will work towards helping you understand yourself more deeply, develop healthier ways of coping, build resilience, and regain a sense of confidence and control in your life.
Many people come to counselling unsure of where to begin. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, or the impact of challenging life experiences, I offer a supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood and accepted.
Alongside my general counselling practice, I have extensive experience supporting clients who have experienced abuse, trauma, and other distressing life events.
Taking the first step can feel daunting, but you don't have to do it alone. My aim is to provide a warm, trusting relationship where you feel safe to explore whatever is on your mind, helping you move towards a life that feels calmer, more balanced and more fulfilling.
You can contact me by email to make an enquiry or book an initial appointment, and I will respond as soon as possible.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications & Experience
I hold an FdA in Counselling, validated by the University of Sunderland, and I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Ongoing Professional Development
I am committed to ongoing professional development and to working in a trauma-informed, ethical, and responsive way. I regularly undertake additional training to support my practice. Examples of relevant training include:
- Adult Rape and Sexual Assault Awareness – Rape Crisis
- Sexualised Trauma – Zoe Lodrick
- Working with Shame – Carolyn Spring
- Trauma-Informed Practice – Peel Consultancy
- Mental Health and the Body: Treating Trauma – Carolyn Spring
- Domestic Abuse Trusted Professional Training (Level 3) – Northumberland County Council
- Prevention of Young Suicide – PAPYRUS
- Safeguarding (current)
- GDPR/Data Protection (current)
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
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
Sessions are available online via Zoom, providing flexibility, privacy, and the convenience of accessing support from your own space. I also offer in-person sessions in Jesmond for clients who prefer to meet face-to-face.
Sessions last 50 minutes and are charged at £55 per session.
I offer a free 20-minute initial consultation. This is an opportunity for us to briefly connect, talk about what you are looking for, and see whether we feel like a good fit to work together. It also gives you space to ask any questions you may have before deciding whether to begin therapy.
When I work
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Further information
What to expect from your first session
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it's completely natural to feel unsure or nervous. Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another in a warm, supportive and confidential space.
We'll talk about what has brought you to therapy, the challenges you're experiencing, and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share everything straight away - you decide what feels comfortable to talk about, and we'll work at a pace that feels right for you.
The first session is also an opportunity for you to ask any questions about how I work and to decide whether you feel we're the right fit. Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is an important part of the counselling process.
How we will work together
Therapy is a collaborative process, guided by your individual needs and goals. Together, we'll decide what feels most helpful, whether that's focusing on current challenges, exploring past experiences, or developing new ways of coping. There is no expectation or pressure—our work will always move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.
Confidentiality
Everything you share in therapy is treated with the utmost respect and confidentiality. The only exceptions are rare situations where there is a legal or ethical duty to share information, such as where there is a risk of serious harm. If this ever became necessary, I would aim to discuss it with you wherever possible.
Length of therapy
There is no fixed number of sessions. Some people come for short-term support around a specific issue, while others choose longer-term therapy to explore more complex experiences or create lasting change. We'll regularly review how therapy is working for you, and you are always free to end counselling whenever it feels right. If you decide to finish, we can use our final sessions to reflect on your progress and bring our work together to a thoughtful close.
