About me
There are times when anxiety, stress, depression or relationship difficulties can leave life feeling overwhelming. You may know exactly why you're struggling, or you may simply have a sense that something doesn't feel right anymore.
Perhaps you're experiencing anxiety, feeling emotionally exhausted or finding it difficult to cope. You may be struggling with low self-esteem, bereavement, relationship problems, the effects of addiction, or finding it hard to make sense of your thoughts and feelings. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I offer professional in-person counselling in Eastbourne from a comfortable, private counselling room in Hyde Gardens, as well as online counselling across the UK. I provide a welcoming, confidential space where you can talk openly, without feeling judged or rushed.
Every person is different, so I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. I take time to understand what is important to you and work alongside you at your own pace. Together, we can explore whatever feels difficult, helping you develop a greater understanding of yourself, your relationships and the challenges you are facing.
People come to me for support with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, bereavement, grief, life transitions, alcohol misuse, substance misuse and addiction. Alongside my private practice, I have experience counselling within a specialist community substance use service, supporting adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
Finding the right counsellor is an important decision. If you're considering counselling, I offer a free introductory telephone conversation where you can ask questions, talk briefly about what has brought you here, and decide whether I feel like the right counsellor for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a First Class BSc (Hons) in Person-Centred Counselling and a Foundation Degree in Person-Centred Counselling with Distinction. I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).
My experience includes providing professional counselling for adults in private practice and within a specialist community substance use service, offering both face-to-face counselling and online counselling. I have supported people experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, substance misuse, self-harm, suicidal thoughts and a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges.
I am committed to maintaining high professional standards through regular clinical supervision, ongoing continuing professional development (CPD), and professional indemnity insurance.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Person-Centred Counselling – First Class Honours
- FdSc Person-Centred Counselling – Distinction
- Registered Member MBACP
- Fully insured to practise
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Supporting parents and family members affected by a loved one's mental health, addiction or substance misuse. I also have an interest in boarding school experiences, identity, life transitions, self-criticism, shame, guilt and self-worth.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free 15–20 minute introductory telephone conversation, giving you the opportunity to ask questions, discuss what has brought you to counselling, and decide whether we would be a good fit to work together before arranging your first appointment. Counselling sessions last 50 minutes.
Payment is requested by bank transfer before each session.
If you need to cancel or rearrange an appointment, I kindly ask for at least 24 hours' notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice are charged at the full session fee, except in exceptional circumstances.
When I work
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Further information
Whether you're coming to counselling for the first time or returning after previous therapy, there is no expectation to know exactly what to say or where to begin. We can simply start with whatever feels most important to you.
Many people worry about saying the "right" thing in counselling. There isn't a right or wrong place to begin. Whether your thoughts feel clear or completely muddled, I'll meet you where you are and work alongside you at a pace that feels right for you.
Counselling sessions last 50 minutes and take place from my private practice in Hyde Gardens, Eastbourne, as well as online for clients across the UK. My counselling room has been thoughtfully designed to provide a comfortable, private and confidential space where you can step away from the demands of everyday life and focus on yourself.
If you have any questions before arranging an appointment, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
