How I Work

A therapeutic relationship is a unique partnership—an environment where feelings, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours can be explored, understood, and reflected upon. Within this safe space, you can gain insight, make choices, and find pathways to change if you wish.

My Philosophy
My approach is grounded in providing a compassionate presence—a place where your emotions are validated, your story is heard, and you can simply be. I support clients through:

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    nxiety, Trauma & Overwhelm

  • Low Self-Esteem, Confidence & Identity

  • Complex Grief (including pregnancy and infant loss) which includes Bereavement as well as other Life Losses.

  • Life Transitions & Health Challenges (including cancer and palliative care)

  • I also focus on resilience-building, emotional wellness, and finding meaning through life’s transitions.

My goal is to empower you to regain balance, clarity, and independence, allowing you to move forward with renewed meaning and peace.

The Way I Work

I offer a collaborative, client-centred approach, working at your pace and tailoring tools and strategies to your individual needs. Our work together may include:

  • Compassion-Focused Therapy: Quieting negative inner dialogue and fostering self-compassion.

  • Trauma-Informed Support: Gently processing and releasing stored emotional pain.

  • Nervous System Regulation: Techniques to help you feel grounded and safe.

  • Creative & Experiential Methods: Journaling, visualization, object work, art, and nature-based exercises.

Between sessions, I may suggest reflective tasks such as journaling, mindfulness, or creative exercises to support your healing process.

What to Expect from Our Work Together

  • A Safe, Non-Judgmental Space: Where you are genuinely heard and supported.

  • An Empathetic, Tailored Approach: We’ll explore your feelings and experiences with curiosity and care, using methods that resonate with you.

  • Flexible Sessions: Dependent on client circumstances. This may include in-person, online, ecotherapy (walk & talk).

  • Regular Review: Therapy is reviewed every six sessions to ensure it continues to meet your needs.

Practical Details

  • A free 30-minute assessment is required before beginning therapy.

  • Sessions are conducted via video call (Google Meet or Zoom).

  • You will sign a Therapeutic Contract outlining business and therapeutic terms, with emphasis on confidentiality. Please note that the Therapeutic Contract will detail the instances when as a Counsellor I may breach Confidentiality. In particular as part of my professional responsibility and in line with PREVENT duty, I am committed to safeguarding and preventing harm related to terrorism and extremism. If I observe any indicators or any mention of anything that suggests a client or individual may be involved in or support such activities—such as symbols, logos, or suspicious behaviour—I am required to report this to the appropriate authorities. This may include noting visual cues (e.g., logos or symbols displayed in the background) during online or in-person sessions.  Please note that I am not obliged to discuss this with you prior to my reporting to the authorities in line with PREVENT.

     

  • You will also provide consent for GDPR, which covers the storage of your personal data.

Please Note

  • All assessments and sessions are by video call only.

  • Confidentiality and data protection are integral to my practice.

📝 How to Get Started

If you’re ready to begin your journey or want to learn more, please feel free to reach out. Click the Contact button below, and we’ll set up an initial conversation to discuss how we can work together.

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