About me
I help people find their way back
to themselves.
I’m an Integrative Counsellor, and before that I was a teacher for nearly twenty years. I know the particular weight school work can carry — and I know, too, how universal the quieter struggles are: the unhelpful thinking that won’t shift, the grief of a life not going the way you hoped, the slow erosion of confidence, the tiredness that rest alone doesn’t touch.
- Qualification
- Integrative Counsellor
- Registration
- MBACP
- Teaching
- ~20 yrs lived experience
- Modalities
- Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, CBT
My mission
To provide compassionate, confidential and professional counselling that empowers individuals to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and clarity.
My values
I strive to create a safe and supportive space where every person feels heard, understood and valued. Through evidence-based approaches and genuine human connection, I guide my clients towards growth, healing and lasting well-being.
How I work
I use an integrative approach — blending Gestalt and Psychodynamic therapy with elements of Person-Centred and CBT. This means I adapt the work to meet your individual needs, combining in-depth emotional exploration with practical tools for change.
My style is warm, collaborative, and grounding. I aim to help you feel both supported and gently challenged, so you can make meaningful shifts in your life. Humour, compassion and empathy are central to how I work — counselling doesn’t have to feel heavy all the time; moments of lightness and shared humanity can be just as healing.
What I can help with
- Low mood, anxiety, and confidence
- Loss, bereavement, and life transitions
- Relationship difficulties and limerence
- Peri-menopause and ageing-milestone pressures
- Career pressures, transitions, and teacher-specific stressors
- Imposter syndrome and self-criticism
- Boundaries, burnout, and stress
If you’re not sure whether what you’re carrying is “big enough” for counselling — it is. A free introductory call is the easiest way to find out whether we’re a good fit.
Curious whether we’d work well together?
A free introductory call is the lowest-pressure way to find out. I aim to reply to enquiries within 24 working hours.