About me
Specialising in Adult, Children and Youth Counselling
Are you searching for a trusted counsellor for children and young people? I specialise in providing therapeutic support for children and adolescents dealing with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges. With years of experience and a compassionate approach, I create a safe, nurturing space where young clients feel empowered to explore their feelings, build resilience, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
As a child and youth counsellor, I use evidence-based approaches like play therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and creative therapy to meet the unique needs of children and teens. I work with young people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, school-related stress, low self-esteem, and trauma. My goal is to help them express themselves in a way that feels natural and comfortable, fostering positive change.
I understand that parents and guardians are looking for a counsellor who can provide a specialist approach to children's mental health. That’s why I offer tailored therapy plans, recognising that every young person is different. Whether your child is dealing with bullying, behavioural issues, or family changes like divorce, I am here to support them every step of the way.
Book a consultation today and see how professional, child-centered therapy can make a lasting difference in your child's life.
Key Specialties:
- Counselling for children and young people (ages 5-18)
- Play therapy for younger children
- CBT for teens dealing with anxiety and depression
- Support for school-related stress and peer difficulties
- Trauma-informed therapy for children and young people
- Supporting children and young people with Autism & ADHD
Helping young people thrive is my passion. Let’s work together to give your child the emotional tools they need for a brighter future.
I also offer integrative therapy for adults who are experiencing a decline in their mental health
Adult Therapy
In addition to my work with children and young people, I also offer counselling for adults using a trauma-informed, relational approach. My practice is integrative, which means I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques, tailoring each session to the specific needs and goals of the individual client.
Whether you are dealing with past trauma, anxiety, depression, or other mental health challenges, I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where we can explore your experiences and work towards healing and personal growth at your own pace.
Neurodiversity
In addition to my general practice, I also specialise in offering therapy for clients with ADHD and Autism. Using a neurodiversity-affirming approach,
I create a safe and supportive environment tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I work with children, young people, and adults to help them better understand their ADHD or Autism diagnosis (official or self-diagnosed), develop effective coping strategies, and build on their strengths. My integrative approach combines many techniques to address issues such as, emotional regulation, anxiety, overwhelm, social challenges, Rejection sensitive Dysphoria, self-esteem, managing daily living tasks.
I am committed to providing individualised support that respects the unique experiences and abilities of each client, helping them thrive both personally and socially
Appointments & Availability
I recognize the challenges of balancing family life, which is why I offer flexible appointment times, including daytime, evening, and weekend sessions. This allows you to focus on your mental health and well-being without disrupting your other commitments.
If you’re ready to begin your therapeutic journey, please feel free to get in touch. Whether you’re looking to book an appointment or have any questions about my services, I’m here to support you in reaching your personal and therapeutic goals. Contact me today for a free consultation.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor working in both private practice and in a community organisation. I offer face to face and online sessions. My main office is in Antrim.
I use a number of therapeutic approaches including Person-Centred therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic. My approach is tailored to meet your individual needs, working with you to provide therapy that works best for your unique situation
After I qualified as an integrative counsellor I continued with my studies and completed a trauma informed qualification in working with children & young people which allows me to work with children and young people from the age of 5 upwards.
Qualifications
- Foundation degree in Integrative counselling practice
- Level 3 Working therapeutically with children & young people
- Level 5 CPCAB Trauma informed working with children & young people
- OCN level 2 Understanding protection & safeguarding
- Asist Suicide Intervention Training
- Suicide Awareness Training - Bremnar Training
CPD - Connections Link Life Suicide prevention awareness training
- Tackling destructive thought patterns - Counselling tutor
- Cognitive Bahvioural Therapy - Counselling tutor
- Understanding illicit drugs - Ascert training
- Safeguarding children affected by parental substance misuse - Ascert training
- Boundaries, holding & containment - Online events
- Treating trauma with the felt sense Polvagal model - PESI
- Healing Trauma with Janina Fisher: Essential Strategies for Shame, Self-Loathing & Working with the Body - PESI
- Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist Intensive Training (ASDCS) - PESI
- UK Trauma treatment certificate - PESI
- Dissociation & DID the fundamentals - Carolyn Spring training
- Working with trauma memories - Carolyn Spring training
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.
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
£40.00 - £50.00
