Please note I have online availability only at the moment 9-4pm Weds and 4-7pm Mon evenings.

Talking to someone who is not a friend or family may be a strange concept but it can feel liberating and a huge relief. Many clients say that they don't want to burden their loved ones or that they want someone neutral to speak to. Counselling is not about telling you what to do as I am not an expert on you. I believe that you know best "what hurts and what heals". Everyone is different, complex and has different needs. I will be alongside you but will not just be a nodding dog. I will challenge you, give you homework and invite you to try some experiments when and if, appropriate. People need different things from counselling. Some clients need to offload, others want techniques to manage anxiety, process a loss or talk about their relationship for example. Most clients want to be seen and heard. Being validated is important to us as social beings. I am therefore flexible in responding to what you need with my input and interventions. I am open to hearing how you want to work and what is helpful for you therapeutically. Most clients want to change but feel stuck with this. I aim to help you accept yourself first:

The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change." Carl Rogers

Some people just need a few sessions whilst others want long term support to maintain mental wellbeing or personal development.

Testimonials:

"You helped me at a really difficult time for me and it helped so much knowing you were there and I could tell you my dark thoughts. I felt like I was no longer drowning."

" The techniques you gave me for managing my anxiety were so helpful and I've taught them to others."

"Thankyou so much for listening and not judging me."