About me
I am a compassionate Counsellor experienced in working with adults and young people. Having experienced trauma first hand when I was 14 years old, I understand the importance of having the right help and support through the difficult times and so this is where my passion lies.
Talking about painful and difficult subjects can be daunting and uncomfortable. It takes courage and strength to share this. It is my role to offer you a safe and supportive space, taking time to build trust and honesty between us.
I understand the therapeutic relationship between you and myself is key. To have someone you are able to relate to is extremely valuable.
My core training is Person-Centred; this will thread throughout the work we do. From the initial appointment we will discuss the focus of your sessions, which I tailor to each individual.
Empathy is very important to me. I acknowledge that everyone is different and I strive to understand each individual. In the sessions you are not alone, and you are not being judged. You are in a safe place to try and understand what and why you are feeling this way, this in turn can help to restore your calmness.
Why Choose Therapy? Therapy can be powerful.
The easiest option can sometimes be to push away your feelings and say you are okay. But this isn't always possible as your true feelings and emotions still find a way to the surface. This can cause numerous complications sometimes at a detriment to your health or well-being.
Therapy helps.
It is your space, to try and understand what and why you are feeling this way. This in turn can help to restore your calmness. In the sessions you are not alone, and you are not being judged. You are in a safe space, as you put the world outside on pause, we can reflect and see what is important to you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am experienced in working with adults and young people in the voluntary, public and private sector including colleges and youth centres who have feelings of:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Loss and Grief
- Loneliness
- Low self esteem
- Trauma
- Anger
- Chronic pain
- Life changes
- Personal development
- Self harm
- Suicidal thoughts
As a trauma-informed counsellor I work with clients who have experienced single, multiple & childhood trauma. These sessions will help to build emotional stability, internal and external safety and coping strategies. For more information please contact me.
I am an Individual member of the NCPS (The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society) and work in accordance with the NCPS Ethics and guidelines. I am also trained in suicide first aid ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training).
Qualifications
- Level 6 Clinical Supervision
- Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Skills
- CTTN - Working with Complex Trauma (Safety & Stabilisation)
- ASIST – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
- CMA – Wellbeing & Mindfulness Coach Training
- PCEAT (Person Centred Expressive Arts Therapy)
- Safeguarding (16-25 Year Olds)
- Introduction into Child Protection
Professional Development Training
- Making Anger your Friend
- Children and Young People
- Attachment in the early years
- Introduction to Mentoring
- Introduction to Child Protection and Safeguarding
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
Therapies offered
Fees
Additional information
The current fee for sessions are below. I do also have limited concessionary sessions, please ask for more details -.
- Introductory Session (30minutes) - £25.00
- Full Session (50minutes) - £55.00
