About me
Welcome
There are lots of reasons someone might think about therapy; maybe you’re navigating a tricky life event, wanting to understand yourself a bit better, or looking for support with anxiety, stress, or other emotional challenges. Even deciding to start therapy can feel like a journey in itself. And then there’s the next step: finding a therapist who feels like a good fit.
About Me
Alongside being a qualified counsellor, I’m also a trainee counselling psychologist and psychotherapist. I’m an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which basically means I’ve had the right training and experience to work safely and effectively with clients.
I take a holistic, integrative approach, which allows me to draw on different styles of therapy and adapt them to what feels most helpful for you. I enjoy working creatively alongside talking therapy, finding different ways to explore thoughts, feelings, and experiences. At the heart of my work is creating a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can be honest about what’s going on and feel supported as you explore it. There's no pressure, no rush, just a place to be yourself.
I have experience working with people from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences, including different races, cultures, genders, sexualities, faiths or spiritualities, and neurodiversity. I know that identity can be complex and shaped by many influences. I aim to create a space where you can be seen as a whole person, with all your experiences acknowledged and valued, where you don’t have to leave any part of yourself at the door.
I also have a real interest in supporting mothers through some of the joys and challenges that come with parenting. This might include adjusting to life changes, managing emotions, or noticing what parenting can bring up from your own childhood. Therapy can be a space to slow down (breathe), reflect, and make sense of it all, both as a parent and as a person in your own right.
With over 10 years of experience working with adults, children, and young people, I see my role as walking alongside you, helping you explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, and supporting you in working towards your goals in a way that feels right for you, at an appropriate pace.
Initial Consultation
Finding the right therapist can make a big difference in how therapy feels. An initial consultation is a chance for us to have a relaxed conversation about what’s brought you here, what you hope to get from therapy, and whether we feel like a good fit. I know the first meeting can feel a bit nerve-wracking, even for me! Once we’ve got past those first-meeting nerves, we can take some time to explore what sessions might look like, how they could work best for you, and what you’d like to focus on. You’ll also have the chance to ask any questions along the way, so you can feel comfortable and confident before deciding to continue.
For parents and carers seeking support for your child, you’re welcome to be part of the initial consultation, for part of it, or all of it, whichever would help your child or young person feel most comfortable in a new environment with a new person. Alongside working with adults, I work with children experiencing exam stress, challenges in school, or general emotional difficulties, among others. Sessions might involve talking, drawing, or playing a game, depending on what feels most helpful for the child. These activities are all part of the therapeutic work and help us explore what has brought them to therapy in a way that feels safe, supportive, and tailored to them.
Sessions
Sessions are usually held weekly and last about 50 minutes. I offer:
• Face-to-face, online, or telephone sessions
• Short-term or longer-term therapy, depending on what works best for you
Get in Touch
If you’ve made it this far and would like to find out more or arrange an initial consultation, please do get in touch. I’d be really happy to hear from you and answer any questions you might have.
Training, qualifications & experience
Psychology MSc (Conversion)
Theology & Counselling BA (Hons)
Level 4 Certificate in Counselling Children
I have over 10 years of experience working with both adults and children in a variety of settings. This includes the NHS, primary and secondary schools, charities for young people, and various agencies for adults.
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.
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.
Black, African and Asian Therapy Network
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
£70.00 - £85.00
Additional information
Sunday morning rate - £85.00
Concessionary rates may be available in certain circumstances. Feel free to ask during your initial consultation.
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Further information
I aim to get back to enquiries within 48 hours. If you have not received a response, please do check your junk folder.
