About me
Do you feel like you are constantly working twice as hard just to keep up?
Living with ADHD, Autism, and other neurodivergences in a world built for the neurotypical mind can be exhausting. You might feel like you are constantly masking to fit in, overwhelmed by daily tasks, or tired of being criticised for "not trying hard enough".
I understand this deeply. I was diagnosed with ADHD later in life myself. Since co-founding the Leeds ADHD Support Group in 2017, I have supported hundreds of people who feel exactly the way you do.
I offer a unique perspective that few therapists have: I speak your language. You won't have to waste time explaining how your brain works to me. You won't be with a therapist who sees you through a lens of outdated theory that didn't understand neurodivergent minds.
HOW I WORK
I work in a person-centred way. I am not here to analyse you or tell you what to do. Instead, I offer a work with you to create a safe space where you can unmask and untangle your thoughts at your own pace.
LOCATIONS
For face-to-face meetings I can work in locations convenient to you:
- Leeds City Centre: Close to the train station and major bus routes for public transport users and those living and working in Leeds.
- A variety of locations outside Leeds such as Batley Health Centre
- Online using a secure video conferencing website
If you are ready to stop struggling alone, please book in for an introductory call, or email me to arrange a time to talk.
Training, qualifications & experience
ACCREDITATION
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP). This means I have met the rigorous standards for training, experience, and ethical practice required for their membership.
SPECIALIST EXPERIENCE (ADHD & NEURODIVERSITY)
My understanding of Neurodivergence comes from real-world application, not just textbooks.
In 2017, I founded the Leeds ADHD Support Group. Over the years, I have facilitated support group meetings for hundreds of individuals as well as offering one to one support where required. This has given me a huge amount of experience in how ADHD truly affect relationships, work, and self-esteem -insight that goes far beyond standard counselling training.
QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Person-Centred)
I am committed to regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to ensure I am up to date with the latest research in mental health and neurodivergence.
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.
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.
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
£45.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
FREE INTRODUCTORY CALL
I offer a free 20 minute telephone or online chat to see if we are a good fit before you commit to a full session.
FEES
£45 per 50-minute session.
CONCESSIONS
I hold a limited number of reduced-rate spaces for students, those on lower incomes, or those receiving benefits. Please feel free to ask about current availability.
When I work
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Further information
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
Reaching out can feel like the hardest part, so I try to make it as simple as possible.
You can email me directly using the button on this page. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours (Mon-Fri).
FREE INTRODUCTORY CALL ( 20 MINS)
I offer a free telephone or online chat to help us get to know each other. This is not a counselling session - it is a relaxed opportunity for you to ask questions, tell me a little about what brings you here, and see if we feel like a good "fit" for each other.
There is no pressure to book a full session afterwards.
ACCESSIBILITY & PARKING
Holbeck (Jamyang Buddhist Centre): There is free on-street parking at the centre. The entrance is accessible, but there is a small flight of 3 steps down into the main floor of the building. A lift is available for people who cannot get down the stairs unaided.
Leeds City Centre (Queen Street): Close to the train station. Please note this building has stairs to the front door and to the room, depending on which is used.
If you have specific mobility requirements, please let me know in your initial email so I can ensure we meet in the most suitable space.
CANCELLATION POLICY
I ask for 48 hours' notice for cancellations so that the slot can be offered to someone else who may need it.
