About me
CBT & Integrative Counsellor
Compassionate, trauma-informed therapy grounded in social care and psychotherapy experience, specialist domestic abuse support, and qualified clinical supervision expertise.
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been managing things on your own for a long time. I offer a warm, accepting and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to move forward.
My approach is gentle, collaborative and trauma-informed. We work at your pace, exploring what’s happening for you and finding practical ways to help you feel safer, stronger and more confident. There is no pressure or expectation - just space to be yourself and support to help you create meaningful change.
How I Can Help
I support people experiencing:
- Domestic abuse and recovery
- Anxiety and panic
- Depression and low mood
- Bereavement and loss
- Relationship and family difficulties
- Low self-esteem and confidence
- Stress and burnout
- Identity concerns and life transitions
I have particular experience supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse, focusing on safety, empowerment, rebuilding self-worth and helping you regain a sense of control.
My Approach
I work in an integrative way, drawing primarily from:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - helping you understand patterns in thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and develop practical tools for change.
Integrative therapy - adapting different therapeutic approaches to suit your individual needs.
I believe therapy should feel supportive, respectful and easy to engage with. You are the expert in your own experience - my role is to support and guide you.
Professional Experience
I bring 18 years’ experience working in social care, supporting individuals through complex life challenges and vulnerable circumstances. This background gives me a strong understanding of trauma, safeguarding and the wider factors that impact wellbeing.
I am a domestic abuse specialist and trained IDAA (Independent Domestic Abuse Advocate) and have been a manager within a domestic abuse court advocacy service for 10 years.
I have been working as a qualified therapist for 5 years, supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
I am also a qualified counselling supervisor (2023) with 10 years’ experience providing clinical supervision within social care, supporting professionals working in complex and emotionally demanding roles.
Clinical Supervision
I offer clinical supervision for counsellors and professionals working within helping roles. My supervision approach is supportive, reflective and grounded in trauma-informed practice, providing a safe space to explore client work, professional development and wellbeing.
I work predominantly with adults.
Location: Based in Glasgow
Online sessions: Available
In-person sessions: Available in Glasgow (dependent on securing suitable space)
What You Can Expect
I provide a safe, confidential and compassionate space where you will be listened to with empathy and understanding. Together we can explore your experiences, build resilience, and help you move towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
If you’d like to discuss how counselling could support you, you are welcome to get in touch.
- Member of British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
- Practitioner Member of COSCA
Training, qualifications & experience
- BA Social Sciences
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Groupwork. Main fields of study - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Humanist / Existentialist Perspective, Psychodynamic Approach, Attachment Theory, Social Learning and Developmental Theory, Group Process, Group Therapy.
- Diploma in Counselling Supervision
- COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills
- PDA Domestic Abuse Advocacy
- SVQ4 Health and Social Care (Children and Young People)
Member organisations
COSCA is the professional body for counselling and psychotherapy in Scotland, and seeks to advance all forms of counselling and psychotherapy and the use of counselling skills by promoting best practice and through the delivery of a range of sustainable services. COSCA Counsellor Accreditation is a pathway to entry onto the UKRC. It is a requirement of all individual and organisational members of COSCA to abide by its Statement of Ethics and Code of Practice and be accountable to the Complaints Procedure. 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
Fees
£60.00 per session
