About me
When anxiety starts running your life, it can be difficult to know how to stop it.
You might be caught in overthinking, intrusive thoughts, obsessive loops or reassurance-seeking. Perhaps you're avoiding situations because they feel too difficult, or anxiety has gradually made your world smaller. You may know that your fears aren't always rational, but that doesn't make them any easier to manage.
Therapy with me is about understanding what's keeping these patterns going and, importantly, helping you make meaningful changes.
I offer a warm, confidential and straightforward space where you can talk openly without judgement. I won't simply tell you not to worry or give you endless reassurance. Instead, we'll work collaboratively to understand what's happening for you and develop practical ways of responding differently.
I am an integrative counsellor, drawing on CBT, Transactional Analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness. I tailor therapy to you rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
OCD and phobias
I have a particular interest in working with OCD, intrusive thoughts, anxiety and phobias, including situations where avoidance, compulsions or reassurance-seeking are keeping anxiety going.
I use exposure-based approaches, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) where appropriate. This involves gradually facing feared thoughts, situations or sensations while learning that you can tolerate uncertainty and anxiety without relying on compulsions or avoidance.
Exposure therapy isn't about forcing you into situations before you're ready. It's structured, collaborative and carefully paced, with the aim of helping you take back control of your life rather than allowing anxiety to make your decisions for you.
Alongside OCD and phobia work, I support adults experiencing anxiety, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, addiction, life transitions, experiences of abuse and other difficulties that can leave you feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
You don't necessarily need to arrive knowing exactly what's wrong or what you need from therapy. Some people come with a specific problem they want to tackle; others want to understand themselves better and break patterns that have been around for years.
A practical approach to therapy
I believe therapy should be more than simply having somewhere to talk. Understanding yourself is important, but so is being able to take what you learn into everyday life.
Depending on what you need, our work may involve reflection and insight, practical tools, behavioural change, mindfulness, challenging unhelpful thinking or gradually approaching things you've been avoiding.
My aim is for you to leave therapy with a greater understanding of yourself and, where appropriate, practical strategies that you can continue using beyond the therapy room.
I offer face-to-face, online and telephone sessions for adults, as well as Walk & Talk Therapy and Single Session Therapy.
If you're tired of anxiety, fear or overthinking taking up so much space in your life, you don't have to figure it all out on your own.
If what you've read sounds familiar, you're welcome to get in touch and we can discuss whether I might be the right therapist for you.
I am also currently completing my training to work therapeutically with Children and Young People aged 8–16 and have a limited number of free placement sessions available. I expect to qualify in late 2026, with private CYP sessions planned from early 2027.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training & Qualifications
I am a qualified integrative counsellor with training across a range of therapeutic approaches, allowing me to tailor therapy to your individual needs, goals and circumstances.
I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Formal Training
Level 5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
TA101 – Introduction to Transactional Analysis
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid Certification
ASIST – Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
Additional Specialist Training & CPD
OCD – Part 1 & Part 2 – Jenny Harthill, Onlinevents CPD
Foundation Certificate in Single Session Therapy
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) – Levels 1 & 2
Introduction to REBT (Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy)
Understanding Trauma
Nervous System Strategies for Trauma Survivors
Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Best Practice for Bereavement Counselling
Working with Pet Loss
IDAS Domestic Abuse Basic Awareness
IDAS Sexual Violence Basic Awareness
Substance Misuse and Domestic Abuse
Counselling Clients in Substance Misuse
Eating Disorder Awareness
Autism-Informed Practice
Integrating Nature Therapy into Counselling
Walking Therapy
Supporting People in Distress
Safeguarding Adults
Safeguarding Children
I am currently undertaking further training to work therapeutically with Children & Young People aged 8–16, with the aim of offering private CYP counselling from early 2027.
I hold enhanced DBS checks for both adult and children's work.
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
£60.00 per session
Additional information
Fees & Payment
Payment is required in advance of each session.
Individual sessions: £60 for 50 minutes
Block booking: £270 for 5 sessions, saving £30 compared with individual session fees. Block bookings are paid in advance.
Walk & Talk Therapy: £90 for 90 minutes
Single Session Therapy: £90 for 90 minutes
Payment can be made by bank transfer, cash or card.
If you're unsure which option would be most suitable for you, you're welcome to get in touch to discuss your needs before booking.
Availability: I currently have appointments available for new clients. Please get in touch to discuss current availability and find a time that works for you.
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Further information
I offer a calm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what is happening for you. I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting, so there is no expectation that you arrive knowing exactly what you need or where to begin.
My way of working is collaborative and tailored to you. I bring professional knowledge, therapeutic experience and practical tools, while recognising that you are the expert in your own experience. Together, we can identify what is keeping difficulties going and work towards changes that feel meaningful to you.
Depending on your needs, sessions may involve reflection and exploration, CBT-based strategies, psychoeducation, practical tools or structured work such as graded exposure. Where appropriate, I may suggest activities or strategies to use between sessions so that the work can continue beyond the therapy room.
I offer weekly, fortnightly and monthly sessions, with flexible scheduling where possible. Sessions are available face-to-face, online or by telephone.
I also offer Walk & Talk Therapy and Single Session Therapy.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities and aim to provide an inclusive, respectful and accepting therapeutic environment.
If you have any questions about how I work or whether therapy with me might be right for you, please feel welcome to get in touch.
