How I can support you

Life can bring experiences and challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low or unsure of ourselves. Sometimes we know exactly what’s troubling us; at other times, we may simply have a feeling that something isn’t quite right.

Counselling offers an opportunity to pause, take some time for yourself and explore what’s going on beneath the surface.

I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, explore your thoughts and feelings, and begin to develop a greater understanding of yourself and your experiences.

You don’t need to have everything worked out before we begin. We can start wherever you are.

What might bring you to counselling?

People come to counselling for many different reasons. You might be experiencing:

• Anxiety, worry or feeling overwhelmed.
• Low mood, sadness or a loss of confidence.
• Stress and difficulties managing everyday life.
• Changes or transitions in life.
• Relationship difficulties or challenges with others.
• Feelings of loneliness, isolation or disconnection.
• Bereavement, loss or other difficult experiences.
• Feeling stuck, lost or unsure about the future.
• Difficulties understanding or expressing emotions.
• A desire to understand yourself better and explore personal growth.

You don’t need to identify with any particular difficulty to benefit from counselling. Sometimes simply having a space to talk and be heard can be a helpful place to start.

My approach to counselling

As a psychotherapeutic counsellor, my approach is primarily person-centred. This means that our sessions are guided by you, your experiences and what feels important for you to explore.

I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted.

I also recognise that everyone is different, and that one approach does not necessarily suit everyone. Where appropriate, I can draw on other therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to support our work together.

This allows me to be flexible and responsive to your individual needs, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. We can explore what feels helpful for you and work together at a pace that feels comfortable.

I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to offer empathy, understanding and support, helping you make sense of your experiences and consider what might feel helpful moving forward.

There is no pressure to talk about anything before you’re ready, and we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

Alongside talking, I also have training in Creative Therapeutic Expressive Arts. Sometimes it can be difficult to put feelings into words, and creative approaches can offer another way of exploring thoughts and emotions. This is entirely optional and would only be introduced if it felt right for you.

Ways of working

I offer counselling in different ways, so we can explore what feels most comfortable and accessible for you.

In-person counselling

An opportunity to meet face to face in a welcoming and confidential setting.

Online counselling

Counselling sessions from the comfort and privacy of your own chosen space.

Telephone counselling

A way to access counselling without the need for video or face-to-face contact.

Getting started

Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, particularly if you haven’t spoken to anyone about how you’re feeling before.

I offer a free 15-minute introductory conversation. This gives us an opportunity to meet, talk a little about what has brought you to counselling and ask any questions you may have.

It also gives us both a chance to consider whether working together feels right.

There is no obligation to continue following this conversation.

You don’t need to have the right words or know where to begin. We can start wherever you are.