About me

I’m deeply committed to creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you are met with warmth, respect and understanding. The therapeutic relationship sits at the heart of my work. It provides a foundation of trust from which meaningful change can grow.

Why grief and loss

Loss is one of the most profound human experiences, and it reaches far beyond bereavement. I work with people who are grieving a death, and with people grieving a relationship, a career, their health, their independence, or a future they had hoped for. Whatever the loss, my focus is on understanding, not judgement.

Professional background

Before moving into counselling, I spent years working in management, project management, research and development, and industry. That experience gave me a deep understanding of the pressures and complexities of working life.

It shapes the way I work as a counsellor. I bring a practical, grounded perspective alongside therapeutic expertise, which means I can relate to the real-world challenges you face, including the impact of redundancy, retirement and career change.

Qualifications and registration

I hold a BSc in Counselling and I’m a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP, registration number 00756352). My registration is listed on the BACP Register, which is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority for Health and Social Care.

All my work is conducted within the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions. I maintain regular clinical supervision and I’m committed to continuous professional development.

Therapeutic approach

My approach is integrative and person-centred, meaning I draw on a range of therapeutic models and tailor my work to each individual. There is no one-size-fits-all method. I shape sessions around what feels most helpful and relevant to you.

Central to my approach is the belief that each person holds the capacity for growth and healing. I provide the space, support and tools to help you access that capacity, at a pace that feels safe and manageable.

Values

Respect

I treat every client as an individual, with dignity and without assumptions.

Safety

I hold the therapeutic space with care. It is confidential, boundaried and free from judgement.

Authenticity

Honest, real engagement is at the core of every session.

Growth

I believe that change is always possible, and that each person has the resources within to find a way forward.

Accessibility

I believe counselling should be approachable and available to anyone who needs it.

Confidentiality and policies

All sessions and communications are strictly confidential. I will not disclose information shared in counselling to any third party without your explicit consent, except where there is a legal obligation or a serious risk of harm to you or others. I discuss the limits of confidentiality at the beginning of our work together.

You can read my privacy policy, safeguarding policy and complaints procedure in full.