Our Counsellors

Am I the right therapist for you?

I am a kindhearted, integrative counsellor with experience working with depression and anxiety, grief, trauma, domestic and sexual violence, as well as relationship issues. My orientation is grounded in humanistic, psychodynamic and trauma-informed practices focusing on our developing connection and relationship. I believe that we are all unique and blend different approaches to meet your needs. I am particularly interested in how our past experiences shape our current relationships, sense of self and patterns.

How will we work together?

Maybe you’re struggling with current or past experiences, or perhaps feeling lost, conflicted or overwhelmed? Together, in a trusting relationship, we can gently explore your story. I work with people to connect with themselves and go deeper to understand the underlying causes for their struggles. I believe therapy can support growth and meaningful change.

Inclusivity is important to me, and I have experience working with people from diverse backgrounds. I want you to feel understood, supported and stronger in your own sense of self.

Qualifications & Membership:

• Registered with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCS24-04582)
• Distinction in Counselling FdA (Bath Spa University)
• Distinction in Mindfulness Diploma (Centre of Excellence)
• Trauma-informed domestic violence RISE training (FearFree)
• Suicide prevention training (SPUK)

I work in a pluralistic way, valuing the uniqueness of each person. In our first session, I take the time to understand your needs, and together we choose the approaches that best support your own way of healing.

I also work spiritually and holistically, teaching wellness, mindfulness, and the importance of self-care. One of my favourite metaphors is how we care for a car:

If we never service it, never change the oil, and expect it to take us on a long journey without filling the tank, it simply won’t get very far.

Many of us try to keep going while running on empty. When we are nourished and grounded, we can go the distance, and even invite others along. As a foster parent, this belief guides the way I live and support those around me: we must become the people we hope our children will grow into.

My counselling style is warm, empathetic, and grounded in the person-centred belief, echoed by Carl Rogers — that every person has an inner core of goodness and potential. I hold that same trust in everyone I work with.

Whether you feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, you don’t have to find your way alone. I look forward to meeting you and supporting you as you step back toward your light.

Areas of expertise:

• LGBTQA+ & gender identity
• Polyamory
• Sex & romantic relationships
• Maternal mental health
• Pregnancy & motherhood
• Birth Trauma
• Postpartum depression & postpartum anxiety
• Breastfeeding
• PTSD
• Complex Family Dynamics
• Estranged parent/child relationships
• Narcissistic Parents
• Drug & Alcohol Addiction
• Eating Disorders
• Suicide Bereavement 

Alongside my professional experience, I also have lived experience of neurodiversity, which informs my understanding of the unique strengths and challenges that many people face. My journey into counselling was shaped by growing up with an older brother who experienced severe mental health difficulties. This experience fostered a deep sense of compassion and empathy and strengthened my belief that, with the right support, each person has the capacity to heal, grow, and move towards a more fulfilling life.

My aim is to provide a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you are struggling with something specific or simply feel that something is not quite right, we can explore your experiences together at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you. There is no pressure to share more than you feel comfortable with, and our work will always be guided by your goals and needs.

As an Integrative Counsellor, I do not believe there is a single approach that suits everyone. I tailor therapy to each individual, drawing on different therapeutic models depending on what feels most helpful. You may find we are a good fit if you are looking for someone who is warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental, and who can help you explore patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, develop greater self-awareness, and find meaningful ways forward.

I am a proud ally of the LGBTQ+ community and have experience working with people from a wide range of backgrounds, identities, and life experiences.

Areas of Experience / Specialties:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Trauma and Trauma Processing

• ADHD and Neurodiversity

• Substance Use

• Self-Esteem and Self-Worth

• Grief

Models Used:

• Person-Centred Therapy

• Transactional Analysis (TA)

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Creative Therapy Approaches

Qualifications & Professional Membership:

• Registered Member, National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

• FdA Integrative Counselling – University of Plymouth

• BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing – University of the West of England

• BA (Hons) Creative Music Technology – Bath Spa University