About me
I'm an integrative counsellor with years of experience in various healthcare settings. I work with a wide range of general mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, work-related stress, and life transitions.
With both professional expertise and lived experience of neurodivergence and chronic conditions, I have a deeper understanding of how these experiences can impact mental health and daily life. I understand what it feels like to feel unseen and unheard by systems meant to support us.
I particularly support clients with:
- Understanding and navigating neurodivergent traits in relationships, work, and daily life
- Processing different types of grief and loss
- Feeling that standard mental health labels don't capture their whole experience
- Struggling with boundaries and communication
- Supporting loved ones through mental health challenges or addiction
- Feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected from their sense of purpose
My integrative approach draws from multiple therapeutic models, allowing me to tailor our work to what feels right for you. Whether you're seeking support for the first time or previous therapy hasn't quite fit, I'm here to listen without judgement and work alongside you to find an authentic and sustainable way forward.
You don't have to do this alone.
Training, qualifications & experience
Experience: I bring a wealth of knowledge from working across diverse settings, which has given me a deep understanding of how mental health affects people from all walks of life.
My journey has taken me through various roles, including working as a social prescriber for mental health services, supporting people in accessing community resources and building meaningful connections. I've also worked as a special needs teaching assistant, gaining valuable insight into neurodivergent experiences and learning differences.
As a counsellor, I've supported clients through some of life's most challenging experiences. I've worked with ManKind (supporting male survivors of domestic abuse), Melanoma Me (helping people navigate cancer diagnoses), and Victim Support's homicide division, where I've supported families and loved ones affected by violent crime.
I've also provided counselling in primary and secondary schools, working with young people facing various difficulties. I currently work across six GP practices in the outer west of Newcastle, offering accessible mental health support within primary care settings.
As a qualified clinical supervisor, I'm committed to maintaining high standards of practice and supporting other counsellors in their professional development.
Qualifications:
- NCPS accredited member (awaiting professional accreditation status)
- BSc in Therapeutic Counselling
- Foundation Degree in Counselling and Psychology
- Clinical Autism Specialist
- EFT level 1 and 2
- Social Prescribing Training
- NLP levels 1 and 2
- Advanced CBT Diploma
- Online/Telephone Counselling Training
- DBT Level 1
- NLP Diploma
- Dare Domestic Violence Training
- Special needs teaching assistant
- Clinical Supervisor
This varied experience has taught me that everyone's story is unique, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. Whether you're dealing with everyday stress, significant life changes, or more complex trauma, I'm here to walk alongside you at your own pace.
I believe in creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever is on your mind, knowing you'll be met with genuine understanding and respect.
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I support individuals with a blend of coaching and therapy.
Working with those who experience Fibromyalgia, Endometriosis, Adenomyosis and Chronic Fatigue.
Therapies offered
Fees
£50.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
- £50 Individual, online/telephone
- £65 Individual, face to face
- Student discounts can be discussed
- 30 minute check in sessions, online and telephone only £25
- 20 minute intro call £10
- Text check in 30 minutes £25
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Further information
As someone with autism and ADHD myself, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to our therapy sessions. This combination creates a unique space where your experiences are genuinely understood without needing extensive explanations. Many clients tell me they feel immediately comfortable knowing I naturally understand certain challenges from the inside—whether it's sensory overwhelm, social communication differences, or executive functioning struggles.
My approach works because it blends evidence-based techniques with authentic personal insight. I've completed professional training in Poly-vagal theory, some CBT exercises, communication adaptation methods and motivational interviewing while also developing strategies through my own neurodivergent journey. This means I can offer practical tools that are specifically adapted to work with neurodivergent thinking styles rather than against them. Our sessions focus on building on your natural strengths while developing helpful strategies for challenges—whether you're dealing with workplace difficulties, relationship navigation, or simply seeking to understand yourself better.
What makes our work together particularly effective is how it's completely tailored to you as an individual. I create a judgement-free environment where your neurodivergence is respected as a natural variation, not something to fix. With additional background in supporting people through grief, trauma and major life transitions, I can help with the complex emotions that often accompany neurodivergent experiences. My goal isn't to change who you are but to help you thrive as yourself—developing self-advocacy skills, building confidence, and creating a life that accommodates your needs rather than constantly adapting to fit others' expectations. Whether you're newly diagnosed, long-time identified, or simply exploring your neurodivergent traits, I provide the informed, compassionate support you deserve.
