About me
Perhaps you have spent so long looking after everyone else that you have lost sight of what you need. Maybe you find yourself overthinking, questioning yourself or feeling responsible for how others feel. Or perhaps you are carrying thoughts and feelings that you have never quite felt able to put into words or even say out loud.
Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to work through it alone.
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially if you are used to managing on your own. You might know exactly what you would like help with, or you may simply have a sense that something isn't quite right. You don't need to have everything figured out or know exactly where to begin. Wherever you find yourself, that is where we will start.
I offer a warm, accepting space where you can talk openly about whatever is on your mind, without fear of judgement. My role is to listen carefully, understand what life is like for you and help you make sense of the thoughts, feelings and patterns that may be affecting your wellbeing. Together, we can begin to uncover what matters to you and develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your needs.
The relationship we build together is at the heart of how I work. I believe that when someone feels genuinely heard, accepted and understood, something can begin to shift. Clients tell me they find themselves sharing things they have never spoken about before. I see that trust as a privilege, and together we can gently explore what has shaped you, gain new perspectives and support the changes you are looking for.
As an integrative relational counsellor, I draw on different therapeutic approaches to meet your individual needs, while keeping our relationship at the centre of the work. I recognise that everyone brings their own history, relationships and way of experiencing the world. Rather than following a fixed approach, I adapt how we work together to reflect you as an individual, allowing space for whatever feels important.
People come to counselling for many different reasons. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, relationship difficulties, grief or a significant life change. Perhaps you struggle with self-confidence, find it difficult to set boundaries or feel stuck in familiar patterns. Whatever your circumstances, we can take the time to understand what is happening in your life and consider what you would like to be different.
Choosing a counsellor is a personal decision, and feeling comfortable with the person you choose is important. If something you have read resonates with you, I warmly invite you to get in touch for a free initial conversation. This is an opportunity to ask questions, share a little about what has brought you here and get a sense of whether working together feels right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Level 5 Higher Education Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Level 3 Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
- Level 2 Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
- Cruse Bereavement Support Training
- Samaritans Listening Volunteer
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
Fees
£50.00 per session
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