About me
Life gets messy sometimes.
Maybe you’re feeling anxious, low, burnt out, overwhelmed, or weighed down by things that just won’t seem to shift. Perhaps you’re navigating ADHD or neurodivergence, trauma, relationship difficulties, or you’re simply stuck in a place that’s hard to put into words.
You don’t need to have it all figured out before coming to therapy.
I’m an integrative counsellor and EMDR therapist offering a down-to-earth, straightforward approach to therapy. I’m not big on jargon or one-size-fits-all plans. We’ll work together to understand what’s going on for you and find an approach that actually fits you.
My work has a particular focus on anxiety, ADHD and neurodivergence, trauma and PTSD, self-esteem and relationships. I’m also currently undertaking postgraduate training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy, developing my work around relationships, intimacy and sexual wellbeing.
Therapy with me can be serious when it needs to be, but it doesn’t have to feel clinical or intimidating. There can be humour, creativity and plenty of real conversation along the way.
I work with adults and couples, offering sessions in person in Wath upon Dearne, online, by telephone and through walk-and-talk therapy.
If you’re wondering whether we’d be a good fit, you’re welcome to get in touch for a free initial chat. You don’t need to know exactly what you need from therapy — we can work that bit out together.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and EMDR Therapist, with a BA (Hons) in Counselling Solutions and a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I am a registered member of the BACP and an Accredited Registrant with the NCPS.
My approach is integrative, which means I draw from different therapeutic approaches depending on the person in front of me rather than expecting everyone to fit one particular model. My training includes person-centred therapy, CBT, ACT, DBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, Transactional Analysis, mindfulness, creative approaches and trauma-informed practice.
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and have particular experience working with trauma, PTSD, anxiety and the impact of difficult or overwhelming experiences.
I have also completed advanced training in clinical supervision and offer supervision to counsellors and other therapeutic professionals.
I am currently undertaking postgraduate training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy, developing my specialist knowledge in relationships, intimacy, sexual wellbeing and psychosexual difficulties.
My experience includes working therapeutically with adults, couples, neurodivergent clients, veterans, carers and NHS staff, as well as people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, low self-esteem, workplace stress and relationship difficulties.
Alongside my private practice, I have experience working across counselling, health and employability services and have a background in teaching counselling within further and higher 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
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Fees
£50.00 - £70.00
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Monday and Saturday appointments are available on alternate weeks.
Further information
Therapy doesn’t have to look a certain way.
Some people want to talk things through, others find it easier when we use something more visual or creative. Sometimes we might explore patterns, make sense of what’s happening in your nervous system, work with practical strategies, or simply give you space to say the things you’ve never been able to say out loud.
I work collaboratively and at your pace. I won’t sit silently and expect you to do all the talking, and you don’t need to arrive knowing exactly what you want to work on. I’m an active therapist – I’ll ask questions, share observations and help you make connections, while always leaving you in control of where we go.
I also understand that traditional therapy doesn’t always work particularly well for neurodivergent people. Sessions can be adapted around communication, processing, sensory needs and what helps you feel most comfortable. There’s no expectation to make eye contact, sit still or communicate in a particular way.
Sessions are available in person, online, by telephone and as walk-and-talk therapy.
Ultimately, therapy isn’t about fitting yourself neatly into somebody else’s idea of how you should be. Sometimes finding your own way forward means colouring outside the lines.
