About me
Does any of this feel familiar?
- Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed
- Feeling low and unsure why
- Experiencing burnout or emotional exhaustion
- Struggling with confidence or self-esteem
- Finding it hard to talk to others about how you feel
- Feeling confused, stuck, or unable to make sense of your emotions
There are times in life when we can feel anxious, overwhelmed, confused, or lost. It may feel difficult to talk to friends or family, or you may worry that others will not fully understand what you are experiencing. Therapy can provide a supportive space to explore these feelings.
You may not have a clear sense of what feels wrong or what has brought you to seek counselling, and that is completely okay. My role is to support you in making sense of your experiences at your own pace.
I am a person-centred counsellor, meaning that you are always at the centre of our work together. Our sessions will focus on your individual needs, experiences, and goals. I offer a warm, non-judgemental, and confidential environment where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, helping you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and identify any areas where you may feel stuck.
I am passionate about normalising the process of seeking support and believe that asking for help can be a significant and positive first step towards change. As a person-centred counsellor, I believe that you are the expert in your own life. I aim to support you through self-discovery, helping you to find your own answers, feel empowered, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. You do not need to know where to begin - we can start there together.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training and Qualifications:
- Level 5 Postgraduate Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Accredited by BACP)
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Award in Counselling Concepts
CPD:
- Walk & Talk - Therapy In The Outdoors
- The Rewind Technique - working effectively with trauma (PTSD) and phobias
- Guided Imagery and visualisation for therapeutic change
- Working with Depression & Anxiety
- Foundation Programme in Counselling Children and Young People
- An introduction to working with Autism & ADHD
- Understanding & working with Bereavement
- Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling
- Trauma Informed practice Training
- Autism & Counselling Training
- Mental Health Awareness Training
- Safeguarding Train the Trainer
- Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace & Train the Trainer
- Self Harm: The Problem or the Solution
Experience:
- Experience of Counselling with Young People (13+) at two National Charities
- Experience of working with children and young people (11+) for Counselling & Wellbeing at a National Youth Charity.
- Experience of counselling adults at Wellbeing Counselling Service who are experiencing difficulties following a bereavement.
- Experience of working with young people and adults in Private Practice.
I work with both adults and young people experiencing a range of issues including: anxiety, low mood, burnout, depression, family issues, low self-esteem, self-worth, self-harm, suicidal ideation, confidence, loneliness, identity, grief & loss, bereavement, family issues, relationship issues, trauma.
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
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Fees
£65.00 per session
Additional information
I offer a free 20 minute introductory call, this can take place over the phone or via Microsoft Teams. Please send me an email enquiry for my availability for this (keep an eye of your junk folder for a response.)
I understand the prospect of reaching out may be daunting and you may not know what to expect. In this first session, we will get to know each other a little more. It will be an opportunity for you to talk about what has brought you to counselling and what you would like to get from it. Please do not worry if you don't yet know this, it's something we can work on together.
Equally, it will give me the opportunity to explain to you the way in which I work. You will be able to ask any questions and together we can decide whether we feel we would be a good fit and wish to work together moving forward.
When I work
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Please contact directly for specific availability.
Further information
I am a registered member of BACP and adhere to their ethical framework.
I am committed to both personal and professional development and undertake regular CPD training.
I am trained in safeguarding.
I work with clients aged 15 and above in private practice.
I have an enhanced DBS.
I offer face to face sessions. Face to face sessions are currently offered at Manchester Royal Exchange, St Ann's Square, Manchester, M2 7DD and The Blend Centre, 24A Washway Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 7QY
I offer secure end to end encrypted online session via Microsoft Teams. This allows you to access my services at a space and time that is convenient for you.
