About me
You may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck, unsure of what comes next, or simply finding life harder to navigate than usual. You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from counselling. Sometimes, having the space to pause, talk things through and make sense of your experiences can be enough to begin to see things differently.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel at ease being yourself. I believe that the relationship we build together is at the heart of counselling, and that feeling safe, heard and understood makes it easier to explore what's troubling you.
I work with a range of issues, including anxiety, stress, loss, trauma, identity, relationship difficulties and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and gentle. I see you as the expert in your own life, and we will work together at a pace that feels right for you, helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and move towards greater self-acceptance.
My practice is trauma-informed and neuroaffirmative, and I welcome autistic and ADHD clients. I recognise that everyone's experiences and needs are different, and I adapt our work to suit you, rather than expecting you to fit a particular way of working.
Before becoming a counsellor, I worked as a teacher and school leader. Alongside my own life experiences, this has given me an understanding of the pressures that can come with leadership, caring responsibilities and neurodivergence, and how these can contribute to stress, overwhelm and burnout. I bring this understanding to my counselling work with empathy, curiosity and respect for each person's individual experience.
Counselling doesn't always have to mean sitting opposite someone in a room. For some people, movement, creativity or being outdoors can make it easier to think, feel and express themselves. Where it feels helpful, I offer the option of incorporating visual art or nature into our sessions, including outdoor walk-and-talk counselling.
I offer sessions online, by telephone, face-to-face in a private therapeutic space in Wadebridge, or outdoors in the beautiful North Cornwall landscape. We can explore together what feels most comfortable and helpful for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
I hold a BACP-accredited Level 5 Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling & Therapy, alongside a BSc (Hons) in Psychology. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Alongside my counselling training, I have over 20 years’ experience in education as a teacher and school leader, holding a PGCE and National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH). This included working as the head of a trauma-informed school, where I developed a strong understanding of the impact that adversity and trauma can have on emotional wellbeing, relationships, behaviour and learning.
Following my psychology degree, my early professional experience focused on therapeutic work with children and young people. This, together with my subsequent training and experience, has given me a particular understanding of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma, and how past experiences can shape the way we think, feel and relate to ourselves and others. I am mindful that everyone responds to their experiences differently and adapt my practice accordingly.
I am also specifically trained to support people affected by domestic abuse and have two years’ experience working with WAVES Domestic Abuse Counselling Service. I understand the complex impact that abuse can have, and I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space in which clients can begin to make sense of their experiences and explore what they need.
In addition to my professional qualifications, I hold certifications in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills, Mental Health First Aid and Safeguarding.
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.
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Fees
£55.00 per session
Additional information
I currently have availability to take on new clients for both online and face to face counselling sessions.
All sessions can be flexible and I will do my best to accommodate your needs.
Feel free to contact me to discuss availability or to ask any questions that you may have.
Further information
I work within the BACP Ethical Framework, maintaining high standards of safe, ethical and professional practice. My approach is grounded in safety, choice, trust and collaboration. I aim to create a warm and supportive space where you can feel heard and understood, and where you can explore what you are experiencing at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you.
Choosing the right therapist can feel like a big step. A free introductory conversation gives us a chance to explore what has brought you to this place, and see whether working together feels like the right fit. There's no obligation to continue. I look forward to talking to you.
