About me
Before becoming a counsellor, I spent many years working in education as a class teacher, deputy head, and later as a nurture teacher. Throughout that time, one thing always stood out to me: people grow in different ways, and the support they need to do that isn’t the same for everyone.
Working closely with children and families gave me a deep appreciation for how each person experiences the world differently. Just as there isn’t one single way for someone to learn, there isn’t one single way to support our emotional wellbeing either. This understanding continues to shape the way I work today.
I wanted to better understand why our minds think and react the way they do, particularly during times of anxiety or emotional overwhelm. Through my own learning and personal therapy, I came to realise that many of the thoughts and patterns we develop are our mind’s way of trying to keep us safe, even when they no longer serve us in the way they once did.
That understanding changed the way I related to myself, and it sparked a desire to help others experience that same clarity and self-compassion.
"I believe counselling should meet people where they are, recognising that everyone’s experiences, needs, and ways of processing the world are unique."
What our sessions can look like
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches rather than relying on just one method. This means our work together can be shaped around you; your experiences, your pace, and what feels most helpful for you as an individual.
In our sessions, you can talk openly about whatever feels important to you. Counselling is a collaborative process. While I bring training, perspective, and support, the most important insights come from you. I'll guide you as you explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns, helping you develop tools so you can further build trust in yourself. With these tools, you'll be better equipped to navigate life’s challenges.
I believe that within each of us is the capacity to understand ourselves, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Sometimes we just need the right support and empathy to help us reconnect with it.