About me
Who is this stranger?
I am a person-centred counsellor who usually works with clients who are independent adults who often manage work, relationships, and responsibilities effectively on the surface. Maybe you are often seen by others as reliable and organised, and you may use humour or avoidance when discussing personal difficulties.
Despite this, you could be experiencing an increasing internal pressure, including anxiety, self-doubt, low self-esteem, low mood and emotional overwhelm. You might often find it difficult to reach out for support, feeling that you should be able to cope on your own or avoid burdening others.
My therapy offers a space where you can begin to explore these patterns safely and at your own pace. Over time, you may develop greater ease in recognising and expressing your emotional needs, and begin to relate to yourself and others with more openness and flexibility.
What to expect when you contact me.
I will email you with availability for a 15-20 minute phone call. This just gives us a chance to have an informal conversation about what brought you to counselling and what you would like to work on. It's okay if you don't know the answer, we can figure that part out together! Next, you have the choice to arrange sessions with myself, or you can come back later when you feel ready. If you do arrange sessions with me, I will ask if you'd prefer to work in person or online. I am located at The Therapy Suite in Motherwell.
If I sound like someone you'd like to work with, enquire today!
Training, qualifications & experience
- Person-Centred Therapy.
- Personal development.
- HND counselling.
- Bereavement Awareness
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
Therapies offered
Photos & videos
Fees
£35.00 - £50.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I understand putting your mental health first can be expensive. It is important to remember you are investing in yourself, and you are worth it.
I offer lower rates to students. (Evidence required). I also offer reduced fees when buying sessions in blocks.
When I work
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Further information
My approach is calm, non-directive, and collaborative. I offer a steady space where clients can explore their experiences without pressure or judgement. I work at the client’s pace, supporting reflection and emotional awareness in a way that feels manageable and respectful.
