About me
Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck in patterns you don’t understand, or like you’re constantly trying to hold everything together?
Perhaps you’re struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, difficult relationships, the impact of trauma, or experiences that have left you feeling disconnected from yourself. You may understand what is happening, but still feel unsure about how to change it.
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to have everything figured out before starting counselling.
I’m Madison, a qualified counsellor offering a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on beneath the surface.
Counselling can feel daunting, particularly if you’re used to putting other people’s needs first or keeping difficult feelings to yourself.
My aim is to create a space where you can be yourself without fear of judgement. You don’t need to find the “right” words, explain everything perfectly, or know exactly what you need from counselling. We can take things at your pace and work together to understand what you’re experiencing.
What we can explore together
You may be experiencing:
- Anxiety, worry or feeling constantly on edge
- Low self-esteem, self-worth or confidence
- Feeling overwhelmed by your emotions
- Trauma or difficult past experiences
- Domestic abuse or unhealthy relationships
- Difficulties setting boundaries
- Relationship and family difficulties
- Bereavement and loss
- Feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself
- Difficulties understanding or managing emotions
- Changes in how you see yourself or your relationships
- Experiences that feel difficult to process or make sense of
You don’t need to see your experience on this list to get in touch. Sometimes the hardest part is simply knowing that something doesn’t feel right, without knowing exactly why.
How I work
I work integratively, drawing from different therapeutic approaches depending on what feels most helpful for you. My practice is rooted in the person-centred approach. This means that I see you as an individual rather than trying to fit you into a particular diagnosis or approach.
I also work creatively. Sometimes it can be difficult to find the words to describe what you’re feeling or make sense of experiences that feel overwhelming or difficult to put into words. Where it feels appropriate, we can use creative ways of exploring your thoughts, feelings and experiences. This might include imagery, drawing, writing or other creative activities, always guided by what feels comfortable and meaningful for you.
We’ll work collaboratively. Some sessions may involve simply having the space to talk and feel heard; at other times, we may explore patterns, emotions, relationships, coping strategies or practical ways of managing what you’re experiencing.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to counselling. Your therapy should be shaped around you.
My experience
My professional experience includes supporting people affected by trauma, domestic abuse, bereavement, anxiety, emotional difficulties and challenging life circumstances.
I have worked across a range of settings, including domestic abuse services, schools, bereavement support and, supporting people experiencing a variety of emotional and mental health difficulties.
This experience has taught me the importance of looking beyond what someone is presenting with and understanding the person underneath it.
I bring this perspective into my private practice, alongside ongoing professional development and training.
What you can expect from me
I will offer you:
A safe space- where you can talk honestly without feeling judged.
Compassion- because your experiences deserve to be understood and heard.
Curiosity- we’ll explore what may be happening beneath the surface, rather than simply focusing on the symptoms.
Collaboration- this is your therapy, and we’ll work together rather than me telling you what you should do.
Respect for your pace- you don’t have to talk about anything before you’re ready.
You may have been thinking about counselling for a while but haven’t known whether it’s the right time, whether you’d feel comfortable talking to someone, or whether your problems are “bad enough”.
You don’t need to wait until things become unbearable.
If something is affecting your life, your relationships or the way you feel about yourself, it’s okay to ask for support.
Sessions
I currently offer counselling to adults via Microsoft Teams. I also offer sessions on Google Meet and Zoom.
I offer sessions on a weekly, Bi-weekly and monthly basis. We can discuss this further during a consultation.
Sessions are 50 minutes and cost £40, with concessions available. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions about this.
Free Consultation
I offer a free 20-minute telephone consultation, giving us an opportunity to briefly talk about what has brought you to counselling, answer any questions you may have and see whether I might be the right counsellor for you. There is no pressure or obligation to book afterwards.
Sometimes understanding what is happening beneath the surface is the first step towards feeling differently.
Training, qualifications & experience
Qualifications and Experience
I hold a Bachelor’s in Counselling and Psychotherapy: Professional Practice and have experience supporting adults and young people across a range of settings, alongside my private practice.
My main areas of focus include trauma, difficult life experiences, childhood and complex trauma, chronic illness, and emotional impact of living with skin conditions.
I also have experience working with a range of presentations,including domestic abuse, bereavement and loss, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and self-worth, identity, anxiety, life transitions, attachment and relational difficulties.
I am currently undertaking a Diploma in Trauma, further developing my understanding of how traumatic experiences can affect both emotional and physical wellbeing. This includes exploring the relationship between trauma and the body, and how difficult experiences can influence the way we feel, think and respond.
I am committed to continually developing my knowledge through regular professional development and further training, so that the support I offer remains safe, thoughtful and responsive to your individual needs.
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
Whilst these are areas I have particular experience in, I am open to working with a range of presentations and individual experiences. Every person’s circumstances are different, and I aim to understand your experiences and what you need from therapy rather than making assumptions about your journey.
If you have any questions about whether counselling may be suitable for what you are experiencing, please feel free to enquire.
Therapies offered
Fees
£40.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Individual sessions are £40. (concessions available for those eligible - i.e. students, trainee counsellors/therapists and those receiving certain government benefits).
Additionally, I offer a free 20-minute, non-obligatory initial consultation to help you decide whether I am the right therapist for you before you commit.
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