About me
Whatever you bring to counselling, my trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming approach can help you to navigate what you are journeying through. Perhaps you are experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, PTSD, executive overload or burnout. Perhaps you are coming to terms with an autism or ADHD diagnosis. Perhaps you are navigating bereavement, low confidence, self-criticism or emotional overwhelm. Perhaps you need to explore what is happening in your life right now, or how past experiences are affecting you now.
Whether you’re seeking counselling in Crewe, Nantwich or the surrounding areas, or online throughout the UK, you’re welcome to this calm space - quiet, private and designed to help you exhale, settle and feel safe within a peaceful garden therapy room.
I work integratively, blending person‑centred, trauma‑informed, cognitive, and creative approaches. This means we work at your pace, in a way that feels supportive rather than overwhelming. My practice is warm and non‑judgmental, collaborative, client‑led, neurodiversity‑affirming, grounded in compassion and curiosity
I support children, young people and adults of all ages. Clients often come to me for help with:
- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- ADHD and executive overwhelm
- Autism and masking burnout
- Bereavement and loss
- Life changes, illness, and emotional overwhelm
What clients say:
Clients often describe counselling with me as a turning point:
'It has helped me tremendously and now I look at myself with a different perspective.'
'Jan helped me get rid of the baggage I was carrying in my head and the fear I had for the future.'
'People have noticed I am a changed person.'
These reflections speak to the safety, steadiness, and gentle encouragement at the heart of my work.
Availability
I currently have space for new clients.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications:
- Diploma in Counselling (Integrative)
- MA (Ed)
Experience:
I have over 30 years experience of supporting young people and adults to achieve their fullest potential, in both the education and charity sectors. I counsel people who are experiencing a range of life's challenges, including anxiety, neurodiversity, trauma, depression, bereavement, serious illness and life changes. I work with clients both face-to-face and online.
Member organisations
ACC
BACP
Member organisations
The Association of Christians in Counselling and Linked Professions (ACC) is a Christian professional membership organisation for those involved in counselling/psychotherapy and linked professions, i.e. pastoral care, coaching and spiritual direction, in the UK. The organisation is made up of various different membership categories, including Counsellor and Accredited, and requires all members working as counsellors to undertake Continuous Professional Development on a regular basis.
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
I offer a free initial 30-minute call to see if it we are a good fit to work together.
All subsequent sessions are £55, whether they are face-to-face or online.
Further information
Next steps
If you’re curious about counselling or wondering whether it might help, you’re welcome to reach out. A conversation is often the first step toward feeling more grounded, hopeful, and understood.
