About me
Relationships, Trauma, Intimacy & Life's Difficult Questions
When old patterns no longer work.
Many people seek therapy because something in life, a relationship, or within themselves no longer feels sustainable. You may be navigating complex relationship difficulties, the effects of trauma, challenges around intimacy, or a major life transition. Perhaps you are facing a growing sense that you have lost touch with who you are and what matters to you. I am committed to providing a compassionately supportive, respectful, professional, and inclusive trauma-informed space.
I work with individuals and partners from all backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, providing a secure online space internationally, alongside my local in-person practice in Northallerton. Bringing a deep systemic lens from my Master of Social Work (MSW) background, alongside a rich understanding of attachment theory and child development, I have undergone significant post-qualification training to offer specialised trauma therapy to adults, adolescents, and children.
My professional background is heavily anchored in offering compassionate insight and building resilience for individuals navigating demanding organisational roles, high-stakes environments, and intense emotional workloads. I specialise in equipping caregivers and parents to navigate the profound practical and emotional realities of supporting children with neurodivergence, SEN, and acute healthcare needs. Through a trauma-informed lens, I provide deep containment and collaborative intervention for individuals and families dealing with high-stress lifestyle transitions, secondary trauma, isolation, grief and loss, relationship dissolution, and family estrangement.
Because of the deeply sensitive nature of our work together, my practice is anchored in a culture of absolute discretion and respect, and a down-to-earth understanding of complex lifestyle demands. I do not sit above you as an unshakeable expert. Instead, we work collaboratively to increase your self-awareness and build a space rooted in relational trust, allowing you to safely consider new choices. Together, we can explore the immediate stress that brings you to therapy, alongside the deeper patterns, emotional experiences, and questions of meaning that lie beneath them.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a UKCP-registered Psychotherapist (CTA-P), hold a Masters Degree in Social Work, am a Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA), and an EMDR practitioner. I also hold a Diploma in Clinical Supervision.
I have extensive clinical experience working with individuals and partners/couples in private practice, education and social care settings. My academic and professional background includes postgraduate training in social work, child development and education.
Qualifications and registration
• Certified Transactional Analyst Psychotherapist (CTA-P)
• Provisional Teaching and Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA)
• Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling (Dip. TA)
• EMDR practitioner
• Diploma in Clinical Supervision
• UKCP-registered Psychotherapist
Academic background:
• Master of Social Work (MSW) (Durham University)
• BA (Hons) Child Development
• FdA Early Years Professional Practice
• PG Cert Advanced Social Work Practice
• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
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 UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. 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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
🔹 Relationships / couples / attachment
Relationship Issues
Couples Counselling
Family Conflict
Divorce / Separation
Communication Problems
🔹 Trauma / EMDR
Trauma and PTSD
Childhood Abuse
PTSD / Traumatic Experiences
Emotional Abuse
🔹 Intimacy / psychosexual
Intimacy Issues
Sexuality Issues
Relationship and Sexual Problems
🔹 Emotional and life difficulties
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Life Transitions/grief/change
Therapies offered
Fees
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Fees & Investment
My practice is dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and professionals navigate complex life transitions, untangle recurring patterns, and foster deeper intimacy and communication. Rather than focusing on short-term fixes, our work together centers on creating lasting, meaningful change. I provide a highly confidential space tailored to the unique lifestyle demands of international families, executives, and high-pressure professionals.
Individual & Couples/Relationship Therapy: Fees reflect the specialized, depth-oriented nature of our sessions, my cross-jurisdictional availability, and the coordination required to operate across different international time zones. Therapy is offered securely online for international clients, as well as in person at my Northallerton practice. A comprehensive Fee Guide outlining my standard rates will be shared directly with you upon inquiry.
Corporate EAP & Consultancy: Bespoke executive wellbeing, clinical supervision, and consultancy packages are quoted individually based on the scope and relational needs of your organization.
Community Practice & Accessibility: At the heart of my philosophy is the belief that financial circumstances should not stand in the way of high-quality, transformative support. I dedicate a meaningful portion of my practice to lower-fee, sliding-scale spaces. These slots are reserved for local Northallerton clients or those experiencing a period of financial hardship. Please feel free to ask about my current sliding-scale availability when you get in touch.
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