About me
I'm Lucy, I'm a neurodivergent affirming therapist with over a decade of experience supporting couples, families and clients facing anxiety, depression, mental health challenges, and family issues. I help clients rebuild trust in themselves, develop resilience, and feel empowered to make positive changes. I have experience working with autistic and ADHD clients, helping them feel understood and supported.
Perhaps you notice certain situations or memories from your own childhood which make certain moments of parenting, harder than you expected.
You may be noticing low mood in your child, yourself, or your partner, and finding it harder to cope on your own and you want some support to help you navigate this.
Parenting can feel especially difficult when memories or patterns come up, and sometimes the everyday demands of raising a child. many parents, carers of neuro-divergent children experience challenges that can feel hard to explain or be understood by others particularly around masking, burnout, school pressures and family dynamics. I offer that non judgmental space.
When parents aren't on the same page, it can create emotional distance or tension, making it harder to feel connected as a couple. You may have began noticing a growing distance in your relationship, due to demands of life which can feel worrying. Seeking guidance, or support, can help you understand what's happening and help you find ways to reconnect.
Parenting stress is common, and it can affect your mood, your child's well being, your relationship with your partner, and even the wider family. I can help you understand your child's behaviour without taking it personally, strengthen communication and develop practical strategies to manage stress.
Maybe you are feeling exhausted from trying to hold everything together-supporting your child, managing daily life ,and also work, particularly if your child is neuro-divergent. The constant stress and demands can leave you feeling drained or unsure how to cope, maybe you feel overwhelmed and are handling too much alone.
I understand the pressures and expectations society places on us, and how easily they can leave you feeling like you're failing, even when your doing your best. I offer a supportive space to help you make sense of this and find your way forward.
In addition to regular sessions, I offer optional coaching as an additional service for those who want a more in -depth, focused approach. These sessions give you more time and guidance to explore challenges fully, and extended support, practical tools ,and tailored strategies to help you manage complex situations.
Being a parent myself, I know how busy life can be. I offer flexible sessions to make it easier to get the support you need. I offer daytime appointments to accommodate different schedules, whether your working from home, staying at home, or managing other commitments. Evening appointments are available for those who need sessions outside regular daytime hours.
My private practice is easily accessible. I have free parking right outside my property.
In addition I work with an adoption support agency, so I have experience and understanding around education, school systems and the unique challenges families may face in these areas.
Sessions are available face to face or via secure video. Some children prefer to turn off their camera during sessions and that's completely fine. I aim to make therapy accessible and comfortable, allowing every child or adult to engage in a way that feels safe for them.
I hold an enhanced DBS certificate.
We can work together to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe and confidential space, away from friends and family in a non judgmental setting.
I know how hard it can be to reach out for support. Therapy can feel daunting and sometimes you just need a trained, neutral person away from friends and family. I offer a safe, friendly approach which is tailored to your needs.
My goal is to help you gain insight and awareness about yourself improving communication and building a stronger foundation for all relationships.
I offer both short and long term therapy, couples therapy, individual and family therapy alongside coaching.
How counselling can help?
Talking to a counsellor, can help you feel understood and your feelings validated. I provide a non judgmental and collaborative space,
Finding the right counsellor…..
Attending counselling can be a daunting process, so finding the right counsellor whom you feel safe with, is paramount. It is my belief, that the therapeutic relationship, between client and counsellor is the most important contributor, to helping a client feel safe. My aim is to help you feel understood and your feelings validated.
Getting started...
Please email me or give me a call on 07789 715570 - I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you find the right approach for your family.
I am based in Billericay where there is easily accessible free parking.
Sessions are face to face or via secure video and I aim to make accessing therapy as easy as possible.
Training, qualifications & experience
. Level 2 counselling skills
. Level 3 counselling studies
. Level 4 diploma in therapeutic counselling
. Level 5 diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling
Safeguarding children level 2
- Trauma and vicarious trauma (inc PTSD)
- Bereavement training
- Dyslexia training
- Disordered Eating & Attachment
- Adoption training and life story work
- Releasing blocked emotions
- Narcissism and Echoism
- ADHD Awareness
- Safeguarding children Level 2
- Using Erikson's life stages in counselling
- Nurturing attachment training
- Brighter future teens stress & anxiety
I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I adhere to the ethical framework for the counselling professions.
I am fully insured and am DBS certificated.
To continue my learning, I regularly attend on going professional development courses. I maintain that I keep up to date with as much information as possible.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am currently working face to face with people from all walks of life who are experiencing a diverse range of issues. The majority of my work is with adults but I also work with young adults, children and parents occasionally. I work in a flexible manner offering face to face sessions or an online platform. This gives the clients the opportunity to work round childcare and work commitments, or students at university. I am aware of the commitments and busy lives client lead, so this can be another way to access counselling in a therapeutic space.
There has been a big influx of clients working from home since Covid so I can offer daytime and early evening sessions for students and teachers who would like to access therapy when they finish school or college. In addition I can offer online sessions to clients, who are suffering with low self confidence and panic attacks and find it difficult to leave the home.
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Fees
£65.00 - £95.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer Neurodivergent-affirming family therapy and parent coaching, specialising in intensive support for families experiencing high levels of stress, burnout, and relational strain.
In addition to weekly sessions, I offer couples intensive therapy as an additional option for couples, with extended support from the standard therapy, at an additional cost, due to the depth of the work.
Concessions offered for trainee counsellors, low income families and key workers.
I offer a complimentary 10 minute consultation to help you feel more at ease and see if my approach feels right for you.
I work face to face and also offer sessions via secure video, allowing flexibility to meet your needs and circumstances.
When I work
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Further information
I am an integrative counsellor which, means I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches rather than working in a one-size fits-all way.This allows me to tailor our work together to your individual needs,experiences and goals.
I offer a confidential,non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts,feelings,and life experiences at your own pace. I beleive that a trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to positive change.
I have over a decade of experience,beginning my career in bereavement support,and now specialise in supporting families,couples and neurodivergent individuals.
I support clients experiencing depression,anxiety,and OCD arising from life challanges including redundancy,relationship difficulties,infertility,parenting challenges,loss of purpose,setbacks.
Alongside counselling,I work in a coaching focused way,helping clients identify practical tools to manage and respond to family challenges and relationship dynamics to improve communcation,and strengthen relationships.
I help to facilitate the process, by giving the client the space, to explore,reflect and grieve their losses,helping them move towards greater clarity and emotional wellbeing.
Finding the right counsellor to facilitate this process, can feel daunting but it is key to meaningful change.
