Qualifications

BA Person-Centred Counselling, Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling, Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy

Therapeutic Approach

Integrative, Person-centred, Psychodynamic, CBT (General)

Membership body

BACP

Years practicing

6 years

Issues worked with

Attachment issues, Bereavement, Childhood abuse, Cultural identity, Drugs, Gambling, Gaming, Abuse (unspecified), Autism spectrum disorder, Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), Bipolar Disorder, Personal growth/wellbeing, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse, Social anxiety, Insomnia, Loneliness, Physical health, Stress, Suicidal thoughts, ADHD/ADD, Personality disorders, Alcohol, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Family issues/relationships, Anxiety (Worries, Fears, Panic), Bullying, Depression, Chronic or acute health conditions, Disordered eating, Anger, LGBTQ+, Parenting, Rape/sexual assault, Sexual identity, Grief/Loss, PTSD, Phobias, Romantic Relationships, Confidence/Self-esteem, Self-harm, OCD, Trauma, Gender identity (incl. dysphoria), Adoption, Chronic fatigue, Chronic pain, Dementia, Foster care, HIV/AIDS, Health anxiety, Identity issues, Mood instability, Psychosis, Sexuality, Long Covid, Cancer, Fertility and pregnancy, Addiction, Sexual matters, Work-related issues, Complex Grief, Menopause, Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Abortion, Academic Stress, Adjustment/Changes, Brain Fog, Burnout/Fatigue, Disassociation, Divorce, Dyspraxia, Emotional Expression, Financial concerns, Friendships, Illness in the family, Learning difficulties (general), Leaving University, Low/Depressed Mood, Marriage, Miscarriage, Parental Alcohol/Drug Problems, Parental Separation/Divorce, Perfectionism, Post-Natal Depression (PND), Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), Public Speaking/Performance Anxiety, Relationships with Academic Staff, Sleep Problems, University Pressures (non-academic).

Special interest areas

I have particular experience with low self-esteem and anxiety issues for all age groups, grief and loss - whether that is losing a person or an animal or in fact anything in their life they hold dear, working with young people in schools and college, gender identity, trauma, and relationship issues.

Personal Statement

Life can be unpredictable and some experiences can cause reactions we don’t fully understand. My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming safe environment where together we can explore any worries, problems or issues that are causing you any distress, sadness or anxiety.

With counselling you will gain an understanding of why you are feeling the way you are, and working together on an equal level we can find a healthier way forward. I understand that revealing your thoughts and feelings to a stranger is not always easy - I have been where you are now and have utilised therapy myself which gave me the strength to take control of my life. I am able to provide to you a confidential and empathic environment where trust can be built, allowing exploration to flow naturally when the time is right for you. I will support you and encourage you throughout.