About me

Having experienced deeply rewarding therapy myself, I understand its empowering and life-changing potential. I am a fully qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, providing a safe and nurturing space, where confusion can move towards clarity, and distress gives way to healing and growth. My interest lies in building safety with you, helping you feel secure and grounded as you learn more about yourself.


After 12 years experience in mental health and wellbeing, including work with stroke survivors, adults with disabilities and people living with dementia, becoming a counsellor was a natural progression for me. Much of my work has involved supporting people through anxiety and depression; this has given me a real understanding of how such issues can affect our lives. Throughout this time, I also provided creative workshops in group settings, exploring feelings and enhancing well-being.


How I can help


I am experienced in counselling adults and young people in both private and community settings, including colleges, a bereavement service, men’s health project, and carers’ centre.


Areas I can help with include:


● Anxiety
● Relationship difficulties
● Stress
● Depression
● Mental health issues
● Bereavement
● Loss
● Isolation & loneliness

● Family relationships
● Trauma
● Sexual and psychological abuse

● Carer’s issues
● Work related issues

● Sexuality

● Identity issues

● Menopause
● Personal development

● Spirituality
● Low self-esteem
● Life changes
● Self harm
● Suicidal thoughts


Please note, I work with clients from age 16. There is no upper age limit.


Qualifications


Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
ASIST - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
PCEAT - Person-Centred Expressive Arts Therapy

BA Hons Fine Art and Drama & Theatre Studies


Training


Rewind Trauma Therapy

Counselling Adult Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Safeguarding
Suicide Prevention

Single, complex and childhood trauma (CTTN)

Dealing with Distress: Working with Suicide and Self Harm

Compassionate Inquiry


As an individual member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy), I work in accordance with BACP guidelines and ethical framework.

I am fully insured and hold a current enhanced DBS