About me
Young People: Being young can be pretty tough. Friendship fall outs, conflict with parents, exam pressures, neurodivergence and social media all play their part to make life as a teenager today seem like a lot to contend with. As well as this finding ones unique identify and place in the world is both exciting and daunting.
Adults: Life’s pressures can sometimes feel overwhelming. You may be finding everyday a struggle, suffering from anxiety or navigating the challenges which come from parenting a child with a disability or neurodivergent needs. You might have recently received a diagnosis of ADHD or Autism and you are wondering what this means for you.
I offer counselling for young people aged 14+ along with adults - both face-to-face in Bangor and online. I am a neuro-affirming therapist with both life and professional experience of neurodiversity and will meet you exactly where you are.
I use a respectful, non-judgmental and playful approach to provide a space where you can be heard and begin to understand yourself and your own unique gifts and strengths.
With extensive life, and professional experience in the above areas, I can provide a safe space for you to explore your feelings at a pace to suit you. I will not rush you or ask you to cover anything you don’t wish to and I believe in working with the whole person – mind, body and spirit to bring about genuine and lasting healing and change.
I hope to provide a space where you can be “real” so accept you as you are with no pretence. In turn I will be authentic and honest with you so we can collaborate to address whatever brings you to counselling in the best way for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
With over 30 years experience working with young people and families in a variety of settings, I believe I can connect with you and help you on a small part of your journey, as well as providing you with skills to manage.
- Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practise
- Post Graduate Diploma in Youth and Community work
- Post Graduate Diploma in Restorative practices
- Diploma in Hypnotherapy
- AIM3 Assessment and Intervention training
- OCN level 3 in Tackling Substance Misuse
- Compassionate Inquiry with Dr Gabor Mate
- Motivational Interviewing training
- Child Protection training
- ASIST (Applied suicide intervention training)
- BA (Hons) in Fine Art
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.
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
£40.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Payment upfront prior to the session. We can also discuss block booking costs if that's something you would prefer.
Further information
Sessions normally last around an hour and meeting on a weekly basis will give the most benefit. However if this doesn't work for you we can chat about how to best meet your needs. I am happy to discuss home visits and walk and talk therapy if that suits you better as well.
