About me
Perhaps you've been telling yourself you'll manage on your own, but things don't seem to be getting any easier. Maybe anxiety is leaving you exhausted, you're stuck in patterns you can't seem to change, or something from your past still affects you more than you'd like. You might not even be able to put your finger on what's wrong—you just know you don't want to keep feeling like this.
Starting counselling can feel daunting. Many people worry they'll become upset, won't know what to say, or wonder whether their problems are "serious enough". You don't need to prepare for therapy or have everything worked out before your first session. We simply begin with whatever feels important to you.
My role isn't to tell you what to do or to have all the answers. Instead, I offer a space where you can speak openly, without worrying about being judged or needing to protect other people's feelings. Together, we'll take the time to understand what's happening, why it might be happening, and what could help things begin to feel different.
I work in a calm, collaborative way, recognising that everyone comes to counselling with their own experiences, strengths and challenges. Some people find it easy to talk straight away, while others need more time. There isn't a right or wrong way to do therapy, and we'll work at a pace that feels manageable for you.
As an integrative counsellor, I adapt my approach to the person sitting in front of me rather than following one model for everyone. What works for one person may not work for another, so we'll find an approach that fits your needs.
Alongside my private practice, I have many years of experience working within NHS Talking Therapies and children's mental health services, supporting adults and young people with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship difficulties, bereavement and life changes. Working in these settings has given me experience with people from many different backgrounds, each bringing their own story and challenges.
People often come to counselling hoping to feel less overwhelmed, understand why they react in certain ways, improve their relationships, quieten a harsh inner critic, or make sense of experiences that still affect them. Whatever has brought you here, we'll explore it together, without judgement and without pressure.
Finding the right counsellor is important, and it's completely understandable if you're unsure where to start. If you'd like to ask any questions or arrange an initial session, you're very welcome to get in touch. There's no obligation—just an opportunity to see whether working together feels like the right fit for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and work in line with their Ethical Framework.
I have over 10 years of experience working as a mental health therapist within CAMHS and NHS IAPT adult services providing low intensity CBT therapy. I have experience working with both adults and children.
Qualifications:
- Level 4 diploma in therapeutic counselling
- Level 3 counselling skills
- Level 2 counselling concepts
- PGCert. Children and Young People’s Psychological Wellbeing Practice
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- IAPT Supervision
In addition to this I have completed extensive and regular CPD and training including Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children, Prevent and Risk Management therefore am confident to manage difficult situations which may arise.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
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