About me
Deciding to start therapy can feel like a big step. You may know that something isn’t quite right but aren’t always able to understand why you feel the way you do or why certain thoughts, feelings or patterns keep coming back. You may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, relationships, feeling overwhelmed or the impact of experiences that have happened in the past or more recently.
I’m here to offer you a safe, supportive and confidential space where we can make sense of what you’re experiencing together.
I work in an integrative way which means I don’t believe therapy should be a one-size-fits-all approach. Everyone brings their own experiences, circumstances and way of making sense of the world so I tailor our work to you and what you need. My aim is to understand not only what you are experiencing now but also whether there are patterns or experiences that may be influencing how you think, feel and relate to yourself and others.
I work in a trauma-informed way, recognising that difficult or overwhelming experiences can affect how we think, feel, behave and relate to ourselves and others. Trauma does not always look the way we expect it to. It can sometimes show up as anxiety, feeling constantly on edge, difficulty trusting others, people-pleasing, low self-worth, emotional overwhelm, difficulties in relationships or finding yourself reacting in ways you don’t fully understand.
You don’t have to tell me everything straight away. In fact, you don’t have to talk about anything you are not ready to discuss. We can begin wherever feels most comfortable for you, working with your thoughts, feelings and current difficulties. If over time, it feels helpful to explore deeper experiences or patterns we can do this together at a pace that feels manageable.
I believe the therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change. I work with warmth, curiosity and respect while being mindful of your boundaries and the pace that feels right for you. I also regularly review how therapy is going so that we can make sure our work continues to meet your needs.
My approach draws on CBT alongside other evidence-based therapeutic methods. Rather than simply focusing on changing thoughts or behaviours I aim to help you develop a deeper understanding of what is happening for you, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop practical ways of responding differently.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. Sometimes the first step is simply having a conversation with someone who will listen and help you work out what you need.
I offer a free 20-minute introductory call. This gives you an opportunity to ask questions, get a sense of how I work and most importantly decide whether I feel like the right therapist for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - 2024
- BA (Hons) Psychology and Counselling Skills, University of Chester - 2008
- Level 4 Certificate in Working with Children and Young People - 2024
- Serenity Trauma & Abuse Training - 2019
- Certificate in Adverse Childhood Experiences Awareness - 2019
- Cruse Bereavement Care Foundation Bereavement Support Course - 2017
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - 2016
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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
£70.00 per session
Additional information
Please contact me to arrange a free 20-minute initial consultation. If I am not the right counsellor for you I can help refer you to another specialist or organisation.
When I work
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Further information
Are you experiencing troubling thoughts? Is there something in your past that you cannot let go of? Or something in the future that you are worried about? Or maybe you just feel stuck?
I am here to help.
I am here to empower you to make positive changes in your life. I offer a non-judgemental, discreet, confidential, safe space for you to talk. I will listen to what has brought you to Therapy Chair and provide guidance by helping you to recognise troubling thoughts and behaviour patterns. By working together, you can learn new coping skills and techniques to integrate into your daily life.
