about counselling with me

I provide a safe, empathic, confidential, supportive and non-judgmental space with my warm and gentle approach, to talk through any difficulties or life concerns that you may be finding hard to face alone. I work in a person centred way, which means keeping you and what is important to you at the centre of everything we reflect on together. I also integrate other therapeutic approaches such as transpersonal which can help us explore your life from a spiritual perspective if you feel that would be helpful to you. You are in control of all the work that we do together.

The relationship between counsellor and client is of the upmost importance; our therapeutic relationship is where the change you’re looking for becomes possible and the power to heal is found. In order for you to ensure you find the right counsellor for you, I offer an initial exploratory assessment lasting approx 50mins. If you feel I am the right person to work after the assessment session, then together we will begin that journey. Along this journey we will discover your inner strengths, we might uncover hidden patterns of relating and behaving which we will unfold and process together. We may also bring in an awareness of your spiritual self that will help you in understanding yourself better. This process can take time, so I offer an open ended form of counselling, to allow us the time we need.

• anxiety
• depression
• mental health distress
• bereavement/loss
• relationship split/ending
• identity issues
• sexuality issues
• gender stereotypes

• neurodivergence

• loneliness/isolation
• abuse
• misunderstandings
• low self esteem and self worth
• spiritual concerns

I like to lay down any labels you may be holding and seek to see the person underneath.

Taking the first steps of finding a counsellor can be scary. Some see it as a sign of weakness; however I see it as a sign of strength that you are strong enough to ask for help. At our first session you will have a chance to explore your expectations and goals for counselling, whilst I gain more of an understanding of what you are experiencing in life, then as long as we both feel that we can work together, we will agree further sessions from there. Please do feel free to get in touch if you have any questions and/or require any further information.

I have worked independently as a private practitioner 1:1 counsellor for the last 10 years. I offer both online counselling and face to face within my own private practice in Cirencester and the surrounding area.  I also offer walk and talk therapy within Cirencester, using the beautiful parks to walk up to an hour alongside you as we talk.  Some clients prefer this approach using nature as my co-therapist.
 

I have an interest in working to support lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, a-sexual, plus (LGBTQIA+) clients and have experience as an LGBT+ youth support worker.  I am comfortable talking through identity and gender issues and I am able to signpost to agencies who will assist you in embracing and enhancing your sexuality/gender. 

I have an interest in also working with D/deaf and hearing impaired clients, I am passionate about inclusivity for all the above and believe Deaf people should have the same access as hearing to counselling services. I sign at British Sign Language, level 3, although I have participated in training at level 6.

Throughout my working career I worked for the National Autistic Society and within SEN schools/colleges.  My inclusion and passion to ensure counselling is available for all, means I have many clients who identify as neurodivergent and ensure my approach for each client reaches their communication and creativity needs.

I have completed additional qualifications as a youth and children's counsellor and have a vast amount of experience counselling young people since 2023.  This is something I have always wanted to do since starting my private practice, young people can have such a hard time during their secondary school experience and I believe they need someone to turn to at these tricky times.

I am a Christian; however, I do not bring in the spiritual aspect into my work unless you (my client) seek for this to happen.  I am really keen to combine my experiences and ensure I hold a space for everyone to feel safe.

Training & Professional standards:

NMH Specialist Autism Therapeutic Mentor

Creative Counselling Walk & Talk Therapist
Level 5 Post Qualifying Diploma in Children & Young People Counselling (8-18)

Foundation Degree in Humanistic Counselling
Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

I have full professional liability insurance.
 

I am a registered member of the BACP, so adhere to the Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professionals.