About me
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or struggling too make sense of things? Perhaps life feels difficult at the moment, or you know something needs to change but aren't sure where to begin.
You don't have to work through everything alone.
I'm an experienced Integrative Counsellor/Psychotherapist and qualified Counselling Supervisor, with over 17 year's experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My experience spans the NHS, addiction services, bereavement support, schools, the prison service, voluntary organisations and private practice.
Alongside my counselling career, I spent over 27 years working on the frontline of the emergency ambulance service. This has given me a deep understanding of trauma, loss, high-pressure environments and the emotional impact of caring for others.
My approach is warm, compassionate and non-judgemental. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to offer a safe, confidential space where you can feel heard, understood and supported to explore whatever is troubling you.
How I can help
People come to counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, anger, bereavement, trauma, relationship difficulties, addiction, work-related pressures or the challenges of living with life-limiting illness. You may be struggling with self-esteem, family difficulties, neurodiversity or changes in your life.
Sometimes there isn't a clear reason. You may simply feel that you're no longer coping as well as you once did. That's okay too. You don't need to have all the answers, or even know exactly what you want to talk about, before coming to therapy.
I work integratively, drawing particularly on Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic approaches, mindfulness and trauma-informed practice. I am also completing my EMDR training, further developing my work with trauma and distressing experiences.
Together, we can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, helping you recognise patterns, develop a better understanding of yourself and find ways forward that feel right for you.
While we cannot change the past, we can explore how it affects the present and how you might begin to relate to those experiences differently.
A little about me
My professional experience has taught me that everyone has their own story, and that what one person finds manageable may feel overwhelming to another. I also have personal insight into neurodiversity and the different strenghts and challenges it can bring.
I understand that people can spend years feeling misunderstood, trying to fit iin or finding it difficult to put their feelings into words. I aim to offer a space where you don't have to pretend, have everything worked out or find the perfect words. You can simply be yourself.
I work with individual adults, couples, groups, adolescents, students, and qualified counsellors, both privately and within organisations.
What to expect from counselling
I offer short and long-term therapy, with each session lasting 50 mins. For a specific concern, around 6-12 sessions may be helpful, while more complex or longstanding difficulties may benefit from longer-term work.
We will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There is no pressure to share more than you feel ready to, and we can take time to understand what has brought you to counselling and what you would like to change.
Finding the right therapist is important. I want you to feel comfortable, listened to and able to speak openly, knowing that you will be treated with respect and without judgement.
Professional membership and qualifications
I am a Registered Member MBACP (Accredited) of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. (BACP) and an Accredited Member of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) I work in accordance with the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
Taking the first step
Starting counselling can feel daunting, especially if you've never spoken to a therapist before. You don't need to know exactly what to say or have your thoughts neatly organised.
If you are looking for someone who will listen, understand and work alongside you, i would be happy to hear from you. Please contact me by phone or email to discuss what you are looking for and any questions you might have
Training, qualifications & experience
Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Supervision
ABC Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Certificate in Couples counselling
EMDR training (qualification pending)
ABC Level 3 Counselling Skills
ABC Level 2 Counselling Skills
ABC Level 1 Counselling Skills
Bereavement and Loss Counselling
Workshop on Visioning - Ten Steps To Designing The Life Of Your Dreams
Counselling Children
Child Protection / Safeguarding Children
Mindfulness
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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.
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Fees
£45.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
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Cash, cheque or bank transfer
Individual Therapy £45 per session
EMDR £60 per session
Couples counselling session £55
Supervision £60 for 90 minute session
Student supervision £55 for 90 minute session
Concessions available for children & Pensioners
Discount available for block booking (10% discount on 6 sessions booked)
Employment Assistance Programme and organisations, fees upon request
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