About me
Everyone one of us face dilemmas and issues that we may need support with; this is where counselling can help you. As an integrative counsellor, with a person-centred foundation, our work is guided by your needs, experiences and goals. I aim to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore what’s happening for you at your own pace.
Alongside person-centred approach, I draw on elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help identify thought patterns and behaviours, and psychodynamic approaches to explore how past experiences and relationships may be influencing the present. This flexible approach allows me to create a tailored therapy to your needs, rather than using a one size fits all model. I combine different techniques and interventions to create the most effective therapy for your needs.
My style aims to be warm, collaborative and supportive, and I see therapy as a partnership where we work together to build understanding, resilience and meaningful change to your life.
I offer short, goal focussed and open ended therapy sessions. We can discuss what you would like to achieve in a free 20 minutes telephone consultation.
Sessions last for a therapeutic hour (50 minutes) suited to your preference either face to face, online or telephone.
I offer online and face to face counselling for adults aged 18 and over. As well as my counselling qualification, I have over 20 years’ experience working within the NHS, including in community mental health services, supporting people with everyday concerns as well as during times of crisis.
I work with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, stress and burnout, relationship difficulties, bereavement, low self-esteem and living with chronic illness.
I have a practical and compassionate approach to therapy.
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and for you to talk about what has brought you to counselling. We will explore what you’re hoping for from therapy and discuss how we might work together.
There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable; the first sessions are about creating a sense of safety, trust and understanding. I will also explain practical aspects such as the therapeutic contract which includes the boundaries within counselling and the confidentiality. You’re welcome to ask any questions you may have.
Before booking, I offer you a free 20-minute introductory call, giving you the chance to see if I feel like the right counsellor for you
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold the following qualifications:
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Level 3 qualification in Counselling Studies
I am a registered member of the BACP and work in line with their ethical framework.
I participate in regular supervision and continuous professional development to aid my practice. I also hold an enhanced DBS and am insured to practice and registered with Information Commission Office.
All interactions within counselling is kept confidential in line with GDPR.
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
£50.00 per session
Additional information
Concessions offered to trainee counsellors.
Further information
I understand how daunting it can feel to contact a counsellor when you feel confused and overwhelmed. This is why I offer a free 30 minutes telephone consultation to have an informal call to see if I am the right counsellor to support you and to ask any questions you may have.
To get the best out of counselling, you need to feel comfortable with your therapist, so before making a decision, I am more than happy to talk to you on the phone to see if we can work together. After all, counselling is an investment in you and you deserve to choose someone that suits you, there is no obligation or pressure to book an appointment.
I may not be able to always answer my phone, please leave a message and a number that I can reach you on and I will return your call as soon as possible. Alternatively, you can email me using the email me feature at the top of my profile. Please be aware my reply to your email may go into your spam folder.
