About me
You Don't Have to Carry This Alone
My name is Lily, whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
I specialise in Addiction, Self-harm, Panic Attacks, ADHD, Autism, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), ensuring that your unique background and lived experiences are respected and understood. From supporting those through the toughest battles with addiction and self-harm to helping you navigate relationship hurdles or phobias, my heart is in helping you find your footing again.
I have spent years on the front lines of mental health. With extensive experience in NHS Recovery Steps and Mental Health Crisis Support teams, I feel your pain and struggles, and I truly care about your recovery.
Regulated & Trusted: I am registered and regulated by recognised professional bodies, such as the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), so you can feel safe knowing you’re in expert hands.
How We Will Work Together
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. From there, we will create a personalised wellbeing plan, one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptoms within the first four sessions, followed by steady, sustained improvement.
Real Stories of Recovery
With my clients consistently reporting a significant transformation in their mental well-being, here is a reflection from someone I recently supported:
"Lily is such a godsend, she is friendly patient and easy to talk to, she held that well that I was able to discuss issues that I have never dare to speak before, and she helped me overcame social phobia. She also used creative tools to help me process major life traumas, by the end of our session, I felt that I had finally crossed the bridge after 35 years of suffering, and I am now ready for a new happy chapter of my life. I am so grateful of what she has helped me, I feel like a different person now."
Taking the First Step
We know that reaching out is often the hardest part of the journey. To make it a little easier, we invite you to book a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a quiet, no-pressure opportunity to talk, breathe, and see if we are the right fit for your path forward.
"Healing takes immense courage, and you’ve already shown it simply by being here."
Training, qualifications & experience
My Journey and Approach
I have always believed that the heart of true healing lies in the therapeutic relationship. Technical skills matter, but they only truly work when you feel heard, safe, and understood.
Eight years ago, inspired by the transformative power of therapy in my own life, I began my career supporting children and students. Today, I work with individuals aged 14 to 75, helping them navigate everything from modern-day burnout to deep-seated struggles with addiction, self-harm, and loss of meaning.
As an LGBTQ+ affirmative and culturally sensitive counselor, I believe therapy should be as diverse as the people seeking it. I offer a flexible, non-judgmental space where your personal story is honored and your path to healing is prioritised.
A Foundation of Inclusion and Understanding
To better serve my clients, I went on to obtain my Diploma in Professional Therapeutic Counselling and a specialist Diploma in Cultural Competence. These qualifications transformed the way I work; they gave me a profound insight into how our unique cultural, social, and economic backgrounds shape our pain-and our resilience.
Real-World Experience
I believe in meeting people wherever they are, even in their darkest moments. My experience includes:
Addiction Support: Providing Counselling Service within NHS Recovery Steps to support those battling dependency.
Crisis Care: Providing counselling service with a Mental Health Crisis Support Charity, providing a lifeline when it was needed most.
A Toolkit Tailored to You
Every person is different, which is why I don’t believe in a "one size fits all" approach. I hold specialist certifications in Rewind Trauma and Phobia Therapy and Grief and Bereavement, and I often integrate creative methods like drawing, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS).
In our sessions, I draw upon this diverse toolkit to find the specific methods-usually one or two-that will benefit you most in that moment. Whether we are talking through a difficult memory or using creative tools to express what words cannot, my focus is always on what helps you move forward.
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
Therapies offered
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Fees
£45.00 - £90.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- If you are unsure if therapy is suitable for you, you can pay session by session at £55 per 50 minutes, for as many or as less as you prefer.
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Introductory Block (6 Sessions): £50 per 50 mins. Ideal for those new to therapy.
- Focused Intensive (Single Session): £90, 90-minute session. For experienced clients targeting a specific goal.
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Expert Counselling Services (Online/Phone)
We believe in the power of conversation—talking therapy—to help you explore, understand, and move through life's challenges. Our sessions offer a supportive, confidential space that can be enriched with creative tools and activities (like journaling, metaphor, friendly animals, or art ) where it feels right for you, helping you express what words sometimes cannot capture.Block of 6 Sessions (£50 per 50 minutes)
This block is perfect if you have one or two clear goals you want to achieve or a moderate mental health difficulty you are ready to tackle. Six sessions gives us the focused time needed to understand your current challenges, explore the roots of the issue, and equip you with practical tools to start making sustainable changes.
Deeper treatment (12 sessions)
If you're navigating multiple, interconnected challenges or more than three significant areas you want to transform, the 12-session block offers the necessary depth and continuity. This extended time allows us to explore complexities, work through deeper issues, and ensure the changes we make together become lasting parts of your life.
Pay as you go
Pay single session at a rate of £55 per 50 minutes which gives you the maximum flexibility.
Couple Counselling: £70 per 75 minutes
Family Counselling: £80 per 90 minutes
When I work
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Further information
My way of working depends on the age group of my clients.
1. Children (Ages 4–11)
At this stage, children often lack the vocabulary to express complex emotions.Play Therapy: Using toys, dolls, or puppets to let the child "act out" their internal world.
Creative Arts: Using drawing, narrative therapy, clay to bypass the need for direct verbalization.
Systemic Involvement: Working closely with parents or guardians to ensure the home environment supports the therapeutic goals
2. Adolescents (Ages 12–18)
Teenagers are navigating identity and autonomy. They are often hyper-aware of power dynamics.
Collaborative Approach: Moving away from being an "authority figure" to being a "trusted ally." I offer walk and talk therapy in the safe greenery area, or with animal assistant, I have a rabbit and two cats who appeared to be very helpful to some of my young clients.
3. Adults (Ages 18–65)
Adults often seek therapy for specific life transitions, trauma, or stress. Goal-Oriented (CBT/SFBT): Focus on identifying patterns and finding practical solutions.
Psychodynamic: Exploring how past experiences and childhood attachments influence current relationships.
Integrative: Combining different theories (e.g., Person-Centered and Gestalt) to fit their specific personality.
4. Older Adults (65+)
Focus often shifts toward legacy, grief, and physical changes.
Reminiscence Therapy: Encouraging the client to share life stories to find meaning and resolve past conflicts.
Existential Therapy: Addressing fears regarding mortality and the search for continued purpose.
Accessibility: I offer online therapy or potentially home visit for clients with limited movement capability.
