Feeling Stuck, Overwhelmed, or Uncertain?
Sometimes life feels like a tangled mess, leaving us stressed, anxious, or low—often all at once. You might know exactly what's causing your distress, or you may feel lost without a clear reason (which can be frustrating in itself!).
Counselling provides a space to untangle the muddle and help you regain a sense of clarity and control. Therapists work in different ways, but as a relational counsellor, I would look at how our interactions and relationships shape our experiences, offering insight into what might be going on beneath the surface. This can be as an individual or as part of a couple/family therapy session.
I often find that a two-pronged approach works best, helping clients explore:
"What can I do right now to feel better?"
"How can I process past experiences to break the cycles going forwards?"
If you've had counselling before, you’ll know how important (even vital!) it is to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. As an integrative therapist, I draw from multiple approaches, so I can tailor the sessions to your unique needs. I firmly believe our past shapes who we are today, and that true happiness comes from mastering our relationships—whether with partners, friends, colleagues, and even ourselves. Throughout our work I will put humanity at the forefront of our work. Real, Genuine, Unjudged and accepted. I am interested in you and your experience.
Sometimes life feels like a tangled mess, leaving us stressed, anxious, or low—often all at once. You might know exactly what's causing your distress, or you may feel lost without a clear reason (which can be frustrating in itself!).
Counselling provides a space to untangle the muddle and help you regain a sense of clarity and control. Therapists work in different ways, but as a relational counsellor, I would look at how our interactions and relationships shape our experiences, offering insight into what might be going on beneath the surface. This can be as an individual or as part of a couple/family therapy session.
I often find that a two-pronged approach works best, helping clients explore:
"What can I do right now to feel better?"
"How can I process past experiences to break the cycles going forwards?"
If you've had counselling before, you’ll know how important (even vital!) it is to find a therapist you feel comfortable with. As an integrative therapist, I draw from multiple approaches, so I can tailor the sessions to your unique needs. I firmly believe our past shapes who we are today, and that true happiness comes from mastering our relationships—whether with partners, friends, colleagues, and even ourselves. Throughout our work I will put humanity at the forefront of our work. Real, Genuine, Unjudged and accepted. I am interested in you and your experience.
Spotlight on Therapy topics
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Trauma can take many forms.
Sometimes it’s a single, major event that overwhelms us — what’s often called a “Big T” trauma — such as assault, violence, accidents, war, or abuse. Other times, it’s a series of smaller, less visible experiences that build up over time — known as “little t” traumas — like growing up without emotional support, being in a controlling or dismissive relationship, or living for years feeling unseen, unheard, or unsafe in your own identity. Both kinds of trauma can deeply affect how we feel, think, and relate to the world. Trauma isn’t just about what happened — it’s about how our mind and body respond to what happened. When something overwhelms our ability to cope, our nervous system can become stuck in survival mode- as if the threat is still present in the moment. We might feel constantly alert, numb, disconnected, or emotionally flooded. Everyday life can start to feel like a minefield. The first step in trauma recovery is not to revisit painful memories too quickly, but to create a sense of safety and stability — what’s often called a secure base. In therapy, this might mean learning grounding techniques, looking at your support network, building emotional regulation skills, and slowly re-establishing a sense of control and trust in your own body and relationships. Only when safety is restored can we gently begin to make sense of the past and move towards healing. As a trauma-informed therapist, I work with care, respect, and patience. I understand how trauma can shape not only your thoughts and feelings but also your nervous system, body, and sense of identity. My approach is collaborative — we go at your pace — and always focused on helping you rebuild safety, connection, and self-trust. Healing from trauma doesn’t mean forgetting or erasing what happened. It means finding your way back to yourself — feeling grounded, empowered, and able to live more fully again. |
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Grief & BereavementGrief isn’t something we “get over” — it’s something we learn to live alongside.
When we lose someone or something deeply significant, our world changes shape. The task of grief is not to erase the loss, but to find a way to make meaning from it and to carry it with us in a way that allows life to continue. In therapy, I draw on Robert Neimeyer’s Meaning Reconstruction approach, which views grief as a process of making sense of what has happened and rebuilding our identity and worldview after loss. Rather than following a fixed set of emotional “stages,” this approach recognises that each person’s story of grief is deeply personal — and that healing comes through understanding and integrating that story. Together, we might explore:
This process helps you redefine your relationship with what’s been lost, transforming it into something enduring yet gentle — a connection that no longer holds you back, but travels with you as life continues. In this way, grief becomes not just about loss, but about love that adapts — finding new forms of connection, purpose, and meaning in a changed world. |
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Neurodiversity is the idea that there isn’t one “right” way for a brain to work — that differences in how we think, process, and feel are part of the natural variation of being human.
Some people identify as neurodivergent (ND) because of traits or diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or others. Others may simply recognise themselves in some of the patterns often described within these experiences — for instance, having a fast, creative mind, struggling to stay focused, or feeling emotions intensely. A useful place to start is to explore how you relate to the idea of neurodiversity. Do you feel you are neurodivergent — that it’s part of who you are, shaping your identity and sense of self? Or do you feel you have neurodivergence — that it’s something you experience and manage, but not the whole of you? Neither is right or wrong, but each perspective can influence how we understand ourselves, our challenges, and the way we move through the world. For some, embracing neurodivergence as part of their identity brings relief and belonging; for others, it may feel more helpful to focus on the traits and how to navigate them day to day. In our work together, I bring flexibility and acceptance to the full range of neurodivergent experiences — whether that includes tangential or “looping” thinking, rejection sensitivity, distractibility, or emotional dysregulation. Sessions aren’t about changing or fixing who you are. Instead, the focus is on helping you feel more confident and capable in a world that often wasn’t designed with your mind in mind. Together, we’ll look at how to build on your strengths, reduce shame & overwhelm so you can feel grounded, understood, and at ease in your own way of being. At the same time we'll find ways to tick some of the boxes a neurotypical world still demands of us without losing yourself in the process |
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Anxiety can show up in all sorts of ways — racing thoughts, sleepless nights, an uneasy feeling in your stomach, overthinking every detail, or a constant sense that something bad is about to happen. Sometimes it’s obvious and overwhelming, and other times it’s just a quiet hum in the background that keeps you from feeling settled.
At its core, anxiety is our nervous system trying to protect us. It’s the body’s way of saying, “Something doesn’t feel safe” — even when logically, we know we’re okay. For some people, it’s linked to past experiences of stress or trauma. For others, it’s tied to uncertainty, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or the fast pace of modern life. In therapy, we don’t just talk about anxiety — we learn to understand it. Together, we look at what triggers your anxiety, how it shows up in your body and thoughts, and what it might be trying to tell you. I work in a way that’s both gentle and practical: grounding techniques to calm the body, mindset tools to challenge unhelpful thought loops, and deeper work to explore the roots of why anxiety takes hold. My approach recognises that anxiety isn’t something to be “fixed” or “eliminated” — it’s something we learn to work with. The goal is to help you feel more confident and in control, to trust your body and your instincts again, and to live life with more calm, balance and ease. If you often feel anxious, restless, or “on edge,” therapy can help you make sense of what’s happening underneath — and give you tools to manage it in ways that genuinely work for you. |
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Depression can feel like moving through thick fog — everything slows down, colours fade, and even the smallest tasks can feel overwhelming.
You might find yourself withdrawing from others, struggling to concentrate, or wondering where your old spark has gone. Sometimes it follows a clear event like loss, burnout, or ongoing stress. Other times it creeps in quietly, leaving you unsure why you feel this way at all. In our work together, I’ll meet you exactly where you’re at — whether that’s feeling numb, hopeless, or simply stuck. There’s no pressure to “cheer up” or “think positive.” Instead, we’ll gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface: What’s been lost, what feels too heavy to carry, and what might be keeping you from moving forward. Together we’ll look at your story — what’s shaped you, what patterns might be repeating, and what still needs attention or understanding. Sometimes depression can signal that something in your life needs to change — a boundary, a belief, a sense of connection, or purpose. Our sessions can help you find language for what’s been hard to express and begin to rebuild hope, energy, and meaning at a pace that feels manageable. You don’t have to face this alone, and there is a way through. It may not be quick or linear, but with time, care, and support, life can begin to feel lighter and more connected again. |
Specialist Areas
Trauma
Grief & Bereavement
ADHD/ASD
Anxiety and Depression
Areas of Experience
Abuse,
Access to work
ADD / ADHD
Addictions
AIDS/HIV
Anxiety
Attachment
Autism spectrum
Bereavement & Loss
BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder
Business coaching
Child related issues
Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME
Cultural issues
Depression
Developmental coaching
Disability
EUPD (Emotionall Unstable Personality Disorder
Grief
Health related concerns
Identity issues
Leadership coaching
LGBTQ+ allied counselling
Life coaching
Menopause
Mood disorder
Neurodiversity
Obsessions
Personal development
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Redundancy and Career transitions
Relationship challenges
Self esteem & Confidence
Self-harm
Service veterans
Sexual identity
Sexuality
Stress
Trauma
Vegan allied
Women's issues
Work related issues
Trauma
Grief & Bereavement
ADHD/ASD
Anxiety and Depression
Areas of Experience
Abuse,
Access to work
ADD / ADHD
Addictions
AIDS/HIV
Anxiety
Attachment
Autism spectrum
Bereavement & Loss
BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder
Business coaching
Child related issues
Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME
Cultural issues
Depression
Developmental coaching
Disability
EUPD (Emotionall Unstable Personality Disorder
Grief
Health related concerns
Identity issues
Leadership coaching
LGBTQ+ allied counselling
Life coaching
Menopause
Mood disorder
Neurodiversity
Obsessions
Personal development
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Redundancy and Career transitions
Relationship challenges
Self esteem & Confidence
Self-harm
Service veterans
Sexual identity
Sexuality
Stress
Trauma
Vegan allied
Women's issues
Work related issues
Therapeutic Approaches
As an integrative therapist I incorporate a range of approaches to best support each client including:
Integrative including:
* Psychodynamic therapy
* Psychoanalytic therapy
* Person Centred therapy
* Phenomenologically focused therapy
* Relational Dynamic therapy
* Emotionally focused therapy
* Solution focused therapy
* Transactional Analysis
* Interpersonal therapy
* Narrative therapy
* Gestalt therapy
* Existential therpay
* Experiential therapy
* Creative therapy
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Take the next step:
You have taken the brave first step to start looking for help. You dont have to do this alone.
Make a booking here and take the next step toward change.
As an integrative therapist I incorporate a range of approaches to best support each client including:
Integrative including:
* Psychodynamic therapy
* Psychoanalytic therapy
* Person Centred therapy
* Phenomenologically focused therapy
* Relational Dynamic therapy
* Emotionally focused therapy
* Solution focused therapy
* Transactional Analysis
* Interpersonal therapy
* Narrative therapy
* Gestalt therapy
* Existential therpay
* Experiential therapy
* Creative therapy
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Take the next step:
You have taken the brave first step to start looking for help. You dont have to do this alone.
Make a booking here and take the next step toward change.
