about me
I've lived with chronic pain since I was 17, so I know what it feels like to have your life change in ways you never imagined. How exhausting it can be to navigate a reality that people can't see or understand, slowly losing yourself.
i was really struggling. so, after much convincing, I went to therapy. Having somewhere safe to share the things I'd been struggling with, the things I couldn't tell anyone else, was invaluable. It gave me space to make sense of what I was going through and reconnect with the parts of myself I'd lost along the way.
It's why I believe in therapy, because I've sat in the other chair too. That experience taught me how important it is to find someone you feel comfortable with. That's why I offer a free 30-minute introductory call, so we can get to know each other and see if we're a good fit.
my experience
i’m a level 5 integrative therapist working with clients since 2019
i’m a member of the british association for counselling and psychotherapy, BACP (mbacp)
and an accredited member of the national counselling and psychotherapy society ncps (mncps acc.)
These memberships recognise my qualifications and commitment to high standards of training and practice.
I've had the privilege of working with people across a number of specialist charities, which has shaped me into the practitioner i am today.
life changing diagnoses, illness & grief
the brain tumour charity
Supporting people affected by a brain tumour diagnosis has given me an understanding of the uncertainty, loss of independence and grief that can come when a future looks very different from what you imagined.
Trauma, guilt and shame
first step
My work with men and their loved ones affected by sexual abuse and rape has involved exploring shame, self-blame, difficulties with trust and experiences that can feel incredibly hard to put into words.
caring for someone you love
dementia carers count
In my work with family carers of people living with dementia, I've seen how tough caring can be. Family pressures. Conflicting feelings. Love alongside anger, grief alongside relief and the exhaustion that can come with caring.
so, what do you think?
If you'd like to find out more, I offer a free 30-minute introductory call for all my clients.
It's a chance for us to get to know each other, for you to ask any questions and see whether working together feels right. No pressure or expectations.
When you get in touch, I'll handle your personal information with care and in accordance with my Privacy Policy.
Before counselling, I worked with national health charities leading their campaigns to raise awareness of issues that are invisible and misunderstood.
my work involved listening to people's experiences, helping them tell their stories in their own words and making sure their voices were heard.