About me
You’re done with the bullshit.. the eggshells, the blame, the emotional chaos.. It’s time to name it, feel it, and move the fuck on.. to find your voice, trust your gut, and start living life on your own damn terms.
I work online with individuals (13+), couples & family members who are done second-guessing themselves after years of toxic, abusive, or narcissistic relationships.. whether that’s with a partner, ex, or family.
Are you stuck in a toxic or narcissistic relationship? Maybe it’s with a partner, ex, or family member. Or maybe you’re in a relationship where past trauma keeps showing up...fueling the same shitty arguments, emotional shutdowns, or reactive patterns...even though you both want things to work.
Does this sound familiar?
- Walking on eggshells, terrified of saying no
- Keeping constantly busy so you don’t have to feel
- Feeling unsure who the fuck you even are anymore
- Struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD/CPTSD, sleep issues, chronic pain, migraines, stomach problems, or autoimmune conditions.
These can all be signs of trauma, and they don't have to define you.
Why I get it
I grew up in a narcissistic family. I know firsthand how deep this shit cuts...and I believe appropriate self-disclosure matters. Sometimes it helps to know your therapist really gets it.
I’m straight-talking, honest and actively involved in sessions. Expect:
- Honesty & validation
- Emotional support
- Reframing & perspective shifts
- Parenting support if needed
- And yes, I swear (sometimes only “WTF?!” will do)
Couples Counselling for Trauma, Toxic Patterns & Healing
Maybe one- or both- of you experienced childhood abuse, neglect, or toxic relationships that still impact how you connect today. That trauma doesn’t just magically fuck off and it affects how you argue, connect and trust.
Couples therapy with me is a chance to:
- Understand yourselves and each other on a deeper level
- Rebuild trust (if possible)
- Break toxic cycles
- Decide if staying together is truly right
Couples counselling takes commitment, honesty, and courage. But the payoff is worth it: healthier connection, stronger boundaries, and clarity about your future... together or apart.
I help couples:
- Recognise trauma responses playing out in your relationship
- Spot toxic patterns without shame
- Understand how you trigger each other
- Break cycles & build healthier boundaries
Improve communication - Decide honestly whether to grow together... or part respectfully
I don’t take sides. I witness how you relate in real time and support both of you toward a healthier future. This work isn’t about blame... it’s about honesty, healing, and choosing what’s next.
Joint Work (for 2 family members)
Maybe one of you stayed in contact with your parents while the other went No Contact. Maybe you both stepped away.
Rebuilding a healthy relationship is fucking hard. When you've come from a family where boundaries aren't modelled, its all too easy to slip back in to old patterns when you're together.
Joint work gives you space to slow things down,, under what's really going on, improve communication, & build something more balances, respectful, & genuinely supportive; together.
Therapy with me
You don’t have to keep living like this. With the right support, you’ll feel some relief almost straight away.
Yes... it’s bloody scary to share honestly. Healing may be the hardest and bravest thing you ever do, but it’s worth it. Together, we’ll explore new perspectives, boundaries (including contact, low/no contact, and forgiveness), and the tough decisions you’ve been avoiding.
As a single parent, I had to make what felt like impossible decisions for me and my now adult child... so I know how heavy that shit can feel. You’ll have my full support on your healing journey, which is always unique to you.
I have trained in Narcissistic Abuse, Trauma, Abuse & Self Harm/Risk. I have specific training to work with Adults, Teens, Couples & Family Systems. I have lived experience of Narcissistic Abuse & family issues.
Practical Info
Sessions available: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri (11am,1pm £ 3pm)
Format: Online or phone only.
Please email me. I respond to all enquiries, usually the same day.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have undertaken specialised training with Helen Villiers of Liberation Therapy/Liberation Helen, a Psychotherapist specialising in Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents, and recovery from Narcissistic Relationships.
Training:
- Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling 2013
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling; Integrated, Person Centred, CBT & TA 2012
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping) Level 1 & Level 2
- Yoga Therapist for PTSD & CPTSD, Chronic Pain, Sleep 2025
- Advanced Certificate in Trauma-Focused Therapy 2023
- Certificate In Trauma-Focused Therapy 2022
- Liberation Therapy 'Narcissistic Traits and Emotional Abuse for Therapists' Workshop 2021
- Liberation Therapy ‘Clearing The Fog” workshop 2021
- Certificate in Working with Family Systems 2021
- Certificate in Working with People with Personality Disorders 2021
- TA101 Jan/Feb 2021
- CSSO (Child directed, Systems focused, Strengths based, outcome informed) Counselling Framework2 2020-21
- Relate Certificate in Relational (Couples) Counselling 2020
Experience:
- Kathy Garton Counselling Private Practice 2019 onwards, working with young people, adults, Couples & their families.
- Barnardo's Healthy Minds Wiltshire 2020-2022, working with young people & their family
- Relate Wiltshire 2019-2021, working with young people, adults and couples
- Willow Tring Therapy (private practice) 2017-2019, working with young people, adults & families
- Rape Crisis, Aylesbury 2014-2017, working with adults
- The Mandeville School, Aylesbury 2010-2018 working with young people (students) and adults (staff)
- Connexions, Aylesbury 2010-2012 working with young people
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 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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD)
- Family Estrangement
- Going No Contact
- Scapegoat/Invisible Child
Therapies offered
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Fees
£150.00 - £250.00
Additional information
- initial individual session £75; allowing potential new clients the time needed to ask questions & get an idea for how I work.
- Ongoing Individual sessions £150
- Joint/Couple sessions £250
The cost of adding family members to sessions to be discussed.
When paying for a full month of sessions (fortnightly/weekly) up front I offer a 10% discount.
When I work
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Further information
I do work with some overseas clients. Please let me know asap if you are requesting support from me, but living abroad. I can generally work with clients living in Europe, but I will need to check counselling regulations for where you live.
Unfortunately, I cannot work with clients living in the US, due to US counselling regulations.
