About me
Many people know that they want to speak with a therapist but are afraid that their 'stuff' might shock or hurt them. PLEASE trust me - I do understand how awful life can be, how cruel some people can be, how we do things to survive that we wish we hadn't. Try me - you will find that I am not going to be shocked or hurt, and that I can listen with understanding and warmth without judgement, for as long as it takes for you to put demons to rest and move on with your life.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified therapist with extensive experience across both charitable and private practice settings. I currently support women and men in refuge and places of safety who are fleeing domestic violence, offering trauma-informed emotional support during times of crisis and transition.
My professional background includes working as the Counselling Service Manager and in-house Counsellor at The Gatehouse in Oxford, a homeless charity. In this role, I provided trauma-informed support for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, social anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem, low confidence, depression, isolation, hoarding, abuse in all its forms, experiences as victims of crime, family neglect, discrimination, and addiction.
I have developed a diverse and adaptable skill set through years of work within agency settings, which continues to inform and strengthen my private practice. I have significant experience in drug and alcohol services, supporting adults with substance use disorders, behavioural addictions, and co-occurring psychological difficulties.
I offer a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings—past or present. I am committed to building a supportive therapeutic relationship that helps clients work towards their individual therapy goals.
My approach is person-centred, meaning sessions are led by the client. I provide guidance and support to help untangle thoughts and emotions that may feel complex, overwhelming, or misunderstood. This process can be deeply empowering, often enabling clients to process difficult experiences and move towards meaningful resolution.
I have also worked with Cruse Bereavement and completed Cruse training, alongside specialised training with OSARCC (now known as Survivors’ Space). This has enabled me to work as a Sessional Counsellor supporting survivors of sexual violence
In addition to my agency work, I have successfully run a private practice in the village of Harwell, Oxfordshire for over four years.
- BACP Certificate of Proficiency
- CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Studies
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills
- BPS Clinical Supervision
- CRUSE Certificate - Awareness in Bereavement Care
- BPS Accreditation in Clinical Supervision
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
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
I offer a free 15-minute introductory call, providing an opportunity to briefly discuss your presenting concerns and ask any initial questions about beginning therapy. This call also allows us to consider whether the way I work feels right for you. If we agree to proceed, we can then arrange ongoing online sessions. Further sessions are charged at £50 per 50-minute session.
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Further information
I offer online counselling session, providing a flexible and accessible way to engage in therapy from the comfort of your own space. Online sessions can help reduce travel time and make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule. while maintaining a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. This formal allows you to access consistent therapeutic support , regardless of location, and particularly beneficial for those who may feel more comfortable speaking from home or have mobility constraints.
Sessions are conducted via secure, confidential video platforms, ensuring privacy and maintaining the same person-centred, trauma informed approach I use in my in -person work.
