About me
I am a qualified integrative counsellor offering a warm, supportive, and non-judgmental space to explore whatever may be troubling you.
I have a particular focus on working with young women (14–25) experiencing anxiety, including overthinking, low self-esteem, and feeling overwhelmed or “stuck” in life. Early adulthood can bring pressure, uncertainty, and self-doubt, and I aim to provide a space where you can feel heard, understood, and more in control.
Alongside this, I also work with children, young people, and adults, supporting a range of emotional and relational difficulties.
How I Work
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on approaches including Gestalt therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), tailoring sessions to suit you as an individual.
I work collaboratively and at your pace. You don’t need to have the “right words” or a clear starting point—therapy can begin wherever you are.
I also offer creative ways of working, including sand tray, play, and other creative interventions. This can be particularly helpful for children, young people, or anyone who finds it difficult to express thoughts and feelings verbally. These approaches can gently help explore emotions in a way that feels more natural and less pressured.
Experience
I have experience supporting clients with:
• Anxiety and overthinking
• Low self-esteem and self-confidence
• Relationship difficulties
• Life transitions and feeling stuck
• Identity and self-exploration
I hold additional training in working with children and young people (CYP) and have worked in a specialist educational setting supporting children with neurodivergent profiles, including autism, ADHD, and a range of additional emotional and learning needs.
Adoption Support
I have completed an adoption-focused therapist programme and offer support to:
• Adult adoptees
• Individuals and families going through the adoption process
• The wider family and support network
I understand that adoption can bring complex feelings around identity, belonging, and relationships, and I offer a safe space to explore these at your own pace.
Sessions
I offer face-to-face and online sessions, providing flexibility depending on your needs.
Training, qualifications & experience
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Level 5 Certificate: Working Somatically with Trauma in Therapeutic Practice ( The Centre for Somatic Resilience) (Ongoing)
- Completed an Adoption - Informed Therapist Program (Jessica Spenceley)
- Advanced Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People (Devon Counselling Training, NCPS Accredited)
- Advanced Diploma in Counselling – NCPS Accredited Level 4 Equivalent (Heartwood Counselling and Psychotherapy)
- Level 3 Counselling Skills and Theory (Fareham College NCFE CACHE)
- Level 2 Introduction to Counselling (City College Southampton)
- Foundation in Integrative Sand play Therapy (Association of Integrative Sand play Therapists)
- Level 3 Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Training DASH ( Barnado's Safer Futures DASH Training)
- Level 3 Safeguarding Children (Caredemy Accredited CPD Training)
- Prevent for Further Education and Training (Education and Training Foundation)
- Counsellor with Callywith College Cornwall, working with 16-19 year olds. 2022-2024
- Counsellor for Step into Learning Counselling Launceston & Bude 2022- 2024
- My most recent experience has been working in a Trauma Informed school with children from diverse backgrounds and needs.
- Currently working as a teaching assistant supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
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
Fees
£50.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I am happy to have a free 20 minute phone call to discuss your needs and to see if we are the right fit.
Each session after that is one hour long, at a time that suits us both.
When I work
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Further information
I have experience in working with
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- Identity
- Relational Issues
- Self harm
- Adoption
- Addiction
- Children and Young People
I hold an enhanced DBS, hopefully putting you at ease that I am safe and trust worthy.
