About me
Hello, I’m a counsellor who believes in creating a safe, understanding, and genuine space where you can explore whatever feels important to you. My approach is warm and collaborative, and I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques to meet your individual needs. My aim is always to help you feel comfortable, heard, and supported as we work together.
I have over 16 years of experience working with adults, young people, and families across West Yorkshire, supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health. My background spans family support and education in both mainstream and alternative provision, helping people navigate complex emotional and behavioural challenges. This experience gave me a deep understanding of how our early experiences and relationships can shape who we are today, and inspired me to train as a counsellor to support people at a deeper, more personal level.
Alongside my counselling practice, I have worked as a Senior Mental Health Lead in a large secondary school, developing a pathway for young people to access timely emotional support. I have also worked as a Positive Regard Consultant, training and supporting schools across the country in trauma-informed and relational approaches. These roles have strengthened my belief that empathy, trust, and human connection are at the heart of meaningful change.
In therapy, I offer a calm, non-judgemental space where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences at your own pace. Together, we’ll work towards greater clarity, confidence, and self-acceptance. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, self-esteem, grief, or the impact of past experiences, my role is to walk alongside you as you reconnect with yourself and move toward a place of balance and well-being.
I believe that, given the right support, everyone has the capacity to heal and grow. My hope is that our work together helps you rediscover your strength, find calm amid challenge, and move towards a more assured version of yourself.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Diploma in Person Centred Counselling
- Certificate in Counselling skills
- Certificate in Counselling skills
- Diploma Award in work with Parents
- Diploma Certificate in Education and Training
- Level 4 Positive Regard specialist
- Certificate in Children and Young Peoples Workforce
- Senior Mental Health Lead
- Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Trauma informed de-escalation specialist
- Sports leader- football coach, boxercise instructor
- Level 3 award in leadership and management
- Award in Youth Work Practice
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
I am available - Monday to Friday with sessions available during mornings,
afternoons and evenings.
Further information
What I can help with:
- Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
- Low mood or depression
- Low self-esteem and confidence issues
- Relationship and family difficulties
- Grief, bereavement, and loss
- Trauma and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Attachment and relational patterns
- Identity and self-acceptance
- Work-related stress or burnout
- Emotional regulation and coping with anger
- Life transitions and change
- Parenting and family dynamics
- School-based issues such as anxiety, behaviour, or emotional distress
- The impact of childhood experiences on adult life
- Feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected
