About me
You may find yourself stuck in your head, constantly overthinking, feeling anxious, or quietly carrying the weight of loss or past experiences. On the outside you get on with daily life, but inside you may feel overwhelmed, exhausted, or not quite yourself.
I’m a BACP-accredited psychotherapist based in Nottingham, offering counselling, CBT, EMDR and trauma-informed therapy. I specialise in supporting women who struggle with anxiety, stress, loss and unresolved trauma. Whether you are navigating burnout, a life change, or old patterns that keep holding you back, therapy can help you feel calmer, more in control, and more connected to who you are.
In our sessions, you’ll have a confidential space to be heard without judgement. Together we’ll explore what’s happening in both your mind and body, so you can understand your triggers, reduce stress, and build the confidence and resilience you’ve been craving. My approach blends evidence-based therapy with practical mind–body tools such as breathwork and nervous system education, giving you strategies you can use beyond the therapy room.
Alongside professional training at the University of Nottingham and the University of Oxford, I bring lived experience of anxiety and PTSD. This combination of expertise and empathy means I can meet you where you are and support you in creating meaningful, lasting change.
I work with clients in Nottingham and online across the UK.
Training, qualifications & experience
Specialist Support for, Anxiety, Stress, Loss, Trauma & ADHD.
If you’re looking for a therapist who understands anxiety, overwhelm, and the impact of life’s challenges, you’re in the right place. I offer evidence‑based therapy online & in person in Nottingham for adults and young people aged 11+.
Understanding Anxiety: It Doesn’t Always Look Like Panic
Anxiety often shows up as:
people‑pleasing
perfectionism
overthinking
feeling responsible for everything
holding it all together on the outside
quiet grief after loss or major life changes, or uncomfortable body feelings like feeling sick, heavy chest, racing heart.
My approach blends space, psychotherapy, somatic tools, and nervous‑system education to create real, lasting change. Together, we can work on:
calming your system
releasing stored stress
reducing anxiety and overwhelm
building steadier emotional patterns
processing trauma and loss
quieting the mind
improving focus and emotional regulation (including ADHD‑related challenges)
I offer a safe, grounded space to explore what’s been happening and what you need next. This is neuro-affirming space is a place where all bodies and brains are welcome fidgeting, moving, and interrupting are perfectly okay here.
I’ve been the high‑achiever who looked “fine” on the outside while feeling overwhelmed inside. I’ve lived with health anxiety and PTSD, so I understand how consuming it can feel.
This lived experience shapes my work & I know from both sides that it is possible to feel calmer, steadier, and more like yourself again.
You’re welcome to book a short, free phone call. It’s simply a gentle conversation about what’s been going on and whether therapy with me feels like the right fit.
My private practice is based in Nottingham, offering:
One‑to‑one counselling & psychotherapy
EMDR‑informed trauma support
Stress‑release yoga classes
Therapeutic workshops
Restorative retreats in Nottinghamshire, Cornwall & Europe
These experiences combine therapy tools, somatic movement, breathwork, and nervous‑system education.
BACP Accredited Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Master’s in Counselling & Psychotherapy (University of Nottingham)
Postgraduate Certificates in Advanced Counselling,
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (University of Oxford)
EMDR Therapy Training
Approved Therapy Provider for Bilborough College
(Full training list available on my website.)
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
Spectrum of gender identity
transgender
adolescents
young people
teenagers
children's counselling
Therapies offered
Fees
£105.00 per session
Additional information
Your investment for therapy can be paid, monthly or weekly. Fees are paid upon booking to secure your spot.
Frequently asked questions:
Do I need to have a diagnosis or know what’s wrong?
No. Many people come because they feel overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, without knowing exactly why.
You might be dealing with stress, life changes, loss, or past experiences that still affect how you feel. We can gently explore this together at your pace.
What kinds of things do people usually come for?
People often come for:
• Stress and anxiety
• Overthinking
• Feeling overwhelmed or burnt out
• Loss or life changes
• Low confidence
• Feeling stuck
• Difficulty switching off
• Mild trauma responses
Please reach out for your free consultation or book directly @soulbird.uk
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Further information
As a registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance, I offer bespoke 1-1 yoga sessions that complement your therapy, enhancing the mind-body connection. Focusing on emotional regulation, yoga supports stress and anxiety relief by calming the nervous system. Using evidence-based techniques, my sessions provide practical tools to help manage emotions and improve overall well-being.
