About me
Life is hard.
Relationships are harder.
Being human is the hardest thing of all.
We are shaped by what we go through, not just what we are told.
Pain, loss, trauma, disconnection, and difficult relationships don’t just stay in the past - they show up in how we think, how we feel, how we relate, and how safe we feel in the world.
I founded WiseMinds Counselling & Psychotherapy because I believe people deserve a space where their experiences are not dismissed, minimised, or judged - but met with curiosity, compassion, and psychological understanding.
My approach is pluralistic and integrative, drawing from person-centred therapy, psychodynamic thinking, Internal Family Systems (IFS), trauma-informed practice, and evidence-based psychological understanding.
This allows me to tailor therapy to the individual, rather than asking the individual to fit the therapy.
I have a background in mental health, forensic psychology, and counselling training, and I bring both clinical understanding and deep respect for the complexity of human experience.
I am particularly interested in how trauma, attachment patterns, and relational experiences shape identity, emotional regulation, and self-worth over time.
At the heart of my work is a simple belief:
People are not broken - they are adapting.
Many of the ways we survive difficult experiences once made sense.
Therapy is not about taking those survival strategies away, but about understanding them, softening what is no longer needed, and creating space for new ways of living that feel safer, freer, and more connected.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, relational difficulties, emotional overwhelm, low self-worth, and the long-term impact of adverse or complex life experiences.
I also have a particular interest in post-separation abuse, coercive control, and the psychological impact of prolonged relational harm.
WiseMinds offers a confidential, reflective, and steady therapeutic space where you do not have to justify your reactions or minimise your pain. Instead, we work together to make sense of what has happened and support meaningful change at a pace that feels safe and manageable.
Therapy is not about fixing who you are.
You are not broken.
It is about understanding what has happened to you - and helping you reclaim a sense of choice, stability, and self-trust.
You don’t have to do that alone.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with a Level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling Practice, a BSc in Psychology with honours, an MSc in Mental Health & Wellbeing, and postgraduate training in Forensic Psychology.
My training combines academic depth with practical, ethical clinical practice.
I am an Accredited Registrant with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and work in accordance with their ethical framework.
I hold full professional indemnity insurance, receive regular clinical supervision, and have an enhanced DBS check.
I have experience working with adults presenting with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, domestic abuse, grief and bereavement, neurodiversity, chronic illness, and complex life experiences.
My work spans voluntary and private practice settings, supporting clients with both short- and long-term therapeutic needs.
My approach is trauma-informed and integrative, drawing on neuroscience, attachment theory, and relational and evidence-based therapeutic models.
I have a keen interest in neuroscience which enhances my understanding of the mind–body connection and the impact of long-term stress and adversity.
I am committed to ongoing professional development, reflective practice, and providing a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space.
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.
The National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
Alongside my core specialisms, I also support clients experiencing a wide range of emotional, psychological, and life difficulties.
These include stress, burnout, low self-esteem, confidence issues, identity exploration, and difficulties with emotional regulation.
I have experience working with relationship challenges, including attachment difficulties, communication issues, separation, and patterns linked to past relational trauma.
I also support clients navigating life transitions such as changes in work, education, family dynamics, or personal circumstances.
In addition, I work with clients affected by neurodiversity, including ADHD traits and related emotional and executive functioning challenges, as well as those adjusting to long-term physical health conditions and chronic illness.
I also offer support around anger, shame, guilt, and emotional overwhelm, helping clients develop greater understanding of their responses and build healthier coping strategies.
My practice is inclusive and non-judgemental, and I welcome clients from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
I work at the client’s pace, focusing on building safety, insight, and sustainable change.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£55.00 - £75.00
Additional information
Telephone sessions, 50 minute - £55
Online sessions, 50 minutes - £55
In Person sessions, 50 minutes - £65
Payment is required 24 hours in advance of each session, and full details will be provided upon booking.
Concessionary rates may be available in certain circumstances; please feel free to ask during your initial enquiry.
For workshops, courses, and group work, fees vary depending on the program duration, and format. Full pricing information is provided at the time of booking or enquiry.
Please note that I operate a cancellation policy 48 hours’ notice, and missed or late-cancelled sessions may be charged at the full rate.
Further information
I aim to make my practice as accessible, flexible, and supportive as possible, recognising that people come to therapy with a wide range of needs, circumstances, and lived experiences.
I offer online sessions, which can be particularly helpful for clients who experience mobility difficulties, chronic health conditions, anxiety in unfamiliar environments, or practical barriers such as transport or caring responsibilities. Online therapy can also provide a greater sense of safety and control for some clients, allowing them to engage from a familiar and comfortable space.
My approach is trauma-informed and relational, and I place importance on creating a steady, non-judgemental environment where you do not need to perform or present yourself in a certain way. You are welcome to pause, take time, or express yourself in whatever way feels most manageable for you during sessions.
I understand that consistency can sometimes be affected by health, emotional wellbeing, or life circumstances. Where possible, I work flexibly and collaboratively to support a pace of therapy that feels realistic and sustainable for you, rather than adding pressure.
I also recognise that accessibility is not only physical but emotional. Feeling safe enough to speak openly can take time, especially if you have experienced trauma, invalidation, or difficult relationships with services in the past.
If you have any specific accessibility needs, adjustments, or concerns, you are welcome to discuss these with me at any stage. I will do my best to accommodate these so that therapy feels as safe, accessible, and supportive as possible for you.
