About me
I am a counsellor working face to face and online with young people age 16+ helping them find their voice and help them to improve their mental health and self-esteem. I have over 20 years experience of working with young people as a mentor and support worker. I am a qualified counsellor and have a passion for working with this age group.
I have a special interest in Neurodivergence, Autism, ADHD, LGBTQ+ and men's mental health. Working with young people is my dream, I love their energy, enthusiasm and their ability to change their own lives. I know this is what I am meant to do.
I also work with adults with a range of issues, especially late questioning or diagnosis neurodivergence. Helping clients to make sense of their life and learn to be happy with themselves. Parenting a child or teenager who is neurodivergent can be challenging and I can help you navigate family life.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a BA (Hons) in Counselling, from Sunderland University. I am a person-centred counsellor who also uses an eclectic approach, working creatively with some clients.
I work with what the client brings to the session offering a place to feel their feelings and feel supported.
I have attended many CPD courses, on suicidal ideation, self-harm, neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ clients, pregnancy and baby loss.
I used to be a support worker with young homeless people and also a drug and alcohol worker, so have a lot of experience working with this age group.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
£60.00 per session
Further information
I enjoy the outdoors and like to try new things, like skiing or paddle boarding. I love to read and go on adventures. I enjoy walking my dog Baloo.
