About me
I am a trauma-informed, body-based therapist, fully insured, ICO registered and DBS checked. I offer a safe, confidential space where you can talk openly about whatever is troubling you. No concern is too small, too big or too complex. Our first conversation - by phone or in person - is a chance to see whether we feel comfortable working together and to begin building a relationship you can trust.
I have over 20 years’ experience as a counsellor, with specialist training in areas including trauma, sexual violence, addiction, safeguarding and child protection. I also have a background in both teaching and drugs work and am experienced in working with young people, groups and multi-agency teams. I offer one to one counselling, group work and tailored training for organisations.
Counselling is not about giving advice or quick fixes. It's about being listened to, understanding your feelings and finding your own way forward at a pace that feels right for you. With time and support, it can bring meaningful and lasting change.
I have worked with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, relationships, self esteem, eating disorders, addiction, stress, OCD, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, sexuality, anger and work-related difficulties. If you'd like to take the first step, please get in touch.
Training, qualifications & experience
Fully qualified Breathwork Practitioner 2020 - 2023
Diploma in Counselling 2003
Certificate in Counselling, Stoke-On-Trent College - 2001
Counselling in Rape Crisis 2001
Professional Diploma in Addiction Management 2004-2005
Teaching (PGCE) University of Leicester
Also trained in:
Level 1 in Usui Reiki - 2025
Level 2 in Usui Reiki - 2026
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) 2012
Solution Focused Brief Therapy 2010
Family therapy 2008
Motivational Interviewing 2005
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.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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.
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 - £150.00
Additional information
Current fees for appointments:
FREE Initial consultation, up to 15 minutes (either face to face or by phone)
Individuals:
£50 - £65 for 50 minutes
£90-£110 1.5 hours
£125-£150 Breathwork Session 2.5-3 hours
Fees are payable by bank transfer, cash or cheque at the end of each session by the client.
Full fees are payable for all missed sessions unless at least 24 hours notice is given.
When I work
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No fixed hours – times arranged to suit both parties
I have some availability at weekends
Further information
In 2023, I qualified in Breathwork after three years of intensive, in-person residential training. I am also a member of the International Breathwork Foundation (IBF) Breathwork is a dynamic, body-based psychotherapy that can bring meaningful results, supporting improvements in mood and anxiety. Conscious connected breathing offers a wide range of physical and emotional benefits and helps clients become aware of lifelong patterns of behaviour and conditioning. I have personally experienced, and repeatedly witnessed, profound transformation through this work.
Clients are invited to a free introductory call, followed by a 10-session journey. Sessions last 2.5–3 hours, allowing time for a deep and supported exploration of your process. I am an experienced therapist, having begun my counselling training in 1998, and I am well-practised in holding space for both individuals and groups, offering steady and informed support throughout the work.
