ABOUT
Person-centred counselling for adults navigating life's challenges, with particular experience in trauma and long-term health conditions.
Sometimes life becomes harder to manage than it used to be. You might be coping on the outside while feeling very different underneath. Perhaps you're anxious, low or overwhelmed, struggling with relationships, or trying to adjust to something that's changed your life.
You don't need to know exactly what's wrong or have a particular reason for coming to counselling. Sometimes you just know that things aren't quite right and you'd like some space to work out why.
I work with adults who come to counselling for many different reasons. Alongside this, I have particular experience supporting people affected by trauma and chronic pain and long-term health conditions.
I welcome people from all backgrounds and provide an inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent clients.
I understand that committing to therapy takes courage and I offer the first session at half price so we can see if we will be a good fit together.
Experience
I have over 20 years’ experience in a variety of mental health, social care and wellbeing roles. I have spent a significant period of time in front-line services supporting people with depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement and disability.
I have experience of living with a chronic pain disorder for 15 years and have a keen interest in working with people who want to explore ways to cope with chronic illness and managing changes in their life circumstances.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and work in accordance with their ethical framework and professional conduct.
Qualifications
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CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – Morley College London
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CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Morley College London
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MSc Cognitive Neuroscience (Distinction) – York University
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BSc Hons Psychology 2.1 – University of Leeds
How I CAN HElp
Through counselling I can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your own unique resources to solve your problems. I support people with a wide range of issues including:
Depression
Anxiety
Chronic illness
Relationship issues
Family issues
Cancer
Suicidal thoughts
Trauma and abuse
Search for meaning
And others…
Work issues
Low self esteem
Stress
Social anxiety
LGBTQIA+
FEES
All sessions are for 50 minutes
First session is half price
In person sessions are £55
Online sessions are £45
Limited reduced fee places for people on low incomes or benefits
NEXT STEPS
Contact me via the form below or my email address to discuss your needs.
* First session is half price to see if we fit *
If after the first session you would like to proceed to have counselling with me we will go over the counselling agreement to ensure we both understand the agreement going forward.
There is no set number of sessions you need to book, we will work on a week by week basis and review progress regularly. When the time is right we will work towards an ending.
Evening appointments are available.
In person appointments are held in Leeds City Centre at The Practice Rooms, 45a Park Square East, Leeds, LS1 2NL