About me
I believe counselling is most powerful when it feels like a genuine human connection. I offer a safe, confidential, and supportive space where you can talk openly without fear of judgment, and where your story will be met with empathy, warmth, and respect. For me, the heart of therapy lies in the relationship we build together, a partnership where we work side by side to understand what you’re going through and explore the changes you’d like to see in your life.
My approach is person-centred, meaning your experiences and goals shape the direction of our sessions. I won’t come with ready-made answers, but instead I’ll listen closely, reflect with you, and help you to make sense of your thoughts and feelings. Together we can uncover patterns, explore different perspectives, and find ways forward that feel authentic and sustainable for you.
Every client is unique, so I adapt my way of working to fit your needs. While I draw on a range of therapeutic ideas where they may be helpful, my focus always remains on being present with you, working collaboratively, and offering a compassionate and non-judgmental space. Sessions move at your pace, whether you want to address a specific challenge, work through long-standing difficulties, or simply have the space to be heard and understood.
I have experience supporting people with a broad spectrum of mental health challenges, including trauma, relationship issues, grief and loss, addiction, anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem, and neurodiversity (such as ADHD, Autism). Whether you are facing an immediate difficulty or are seeking to better understand yourself, counselling can provide clarity, support, and the tools you need to create lasting and meaningful change.
Training, qualifications & experience
- I am a registered member of the BACP.
- I have a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
- I have a BA Hons in Literature.
- I have a PGCE in Primary Education.
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
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Additional information
Sessions will cost £50 for one hour (face to face, zoom or walk and talk). Free initial 15 minute telephone consultation. Payment should be made before the session. Cancellations will incur a full fee if made with less than 24 hours notice.
When I work
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Further information
In our sessions, you can expect a safe, confidential space where you are listened to with empathy and without judgment. I place great importance on the therapeutic relationship, research and experience show that the trust, connection, and understanding between counsellor and client are at the heart of meaningful change.
My work is grounded in a holistic approach to mind, body, and spirit. I believe our emotional wellbeing is deeply connected to our physical health, lifestyle, and sense of purpose, and so I support you in exploring all aspects of your life that may be affecting how you feel. Together, we’ll work to make sense of what you’re going through, uncover patterns, and find ways forward that feel manageable and authentic to you.
If we’re meeting in person, sessions take place in a private, comfortable setting where you’ll have uninterrupted time to talk openly and reflect.
If we’re meeting online, we’ll connect via a secure video platform, so you can join from the comfort of your own home or a space where you feel safe. Online sessions follow the same structure as face-to-face meetings, with the same level of care, confidentiality, and support, offering flexibility and accessibility wherever you are.
I also offer walk-and-talk therapy, making use of the natural landscape surrounding my counselling space. Many clients find that being outdoors in nature creates a calming environment that makes it easier to reflect and talk freely.
My Shepherd’s Hut is located in a beautiful and tranquil location. Parking is free with a short 2 minute walk across a field. Please note there are no toilet facilities in the Shepherd’s Hut.
