About Me

I understand that taking the first step towards counselling isn't always easy. Finding someone you feel comfortable talking to is important, especially when you're going through a difficult time.

My own experience of bereavement and counselling helped me appreciate the value of having a safe, supportive space to explore difficult feelings.

Counselling didn't turn me into a different person. It helped me become more comfortable with the person I already was.

That experience deepened my understanding of how counselling can help us make sense of our lives and begin to move forward.

Today, I bring my personal understanding, professional experience and counselling training together to offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted as you are.

My Route to Becoming a Counsellor

Before becoming a counsellor, I spent over 20 years working in education, leadership and coaching, supporting individuals, professionals and families, including parents of children with SEND and autism.

Throughout my career, I've been interested in understanding people, how our experiences shape us and what helps us grow and change.

My own experience of counselling deepened this interest and inspired me to train as a therapeutic counsellor.

My approach is primarily person-centred, drawing on psychodynamic ideas where helpful. Together, we can explore how past experiences may influence your life today, while focusing on what matters to you and how you'd like to move forward.

How I Work

I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel heard.

I won't rush you towards solutions or tell you what to do. Instead, we'll work together to understand your experiences, explore patterns and consider what feels right for you.

I believe that greater self-understanding can help us make meaningful changes, while also learning to accept ourselves as we are.

Ready to Start a Conversation?

If you're considering counselling, I offer a free 15-minute introductory telephone call. It's an opportunity to ask questions, share a little about what brings you here and see whether working together feels right.

There's no obligation to book. You can arrange a call through my Contact page.