About Me

I offer person‑centred counselling at the heart of my work, because I believe deeply in the power of being truly heard, understood, and met as a whole human being. This approach centres you — your experiences, your pace, your inner world — and creates a space where you can explore what feels important without pressure or expectation. Alongside this foundation, I also draw from other therapeutic modalities I’ve studied, including psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). These perspectives add depth and flexibility to the work, allowing me to gently weave in different ways of understanding your thoughts, feelings, and patterns when they feel helpful and supportive.

Having a range of approaches means our work can be shaped around you rather than fitting you into a rigid structure. Some people benefit from exploring their past and how early relationships have shaped their sense of self; others find it useful to look at the patterns of thought that influence how they feel day‑to‑day. Many people need a blend of both, or something entirely different — a slower, more embodied way of working, or a space to simply sit with what’s present. No two people are the same, and no two therapeutic journeys unfold in the same way. Your sessions will always be tailored to your needs, your pace, and what feels most supportive for you in each moment.

Person‑centred counselling is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. These aren’t just therapeutic concepts — they’re qualities I actively bring into the room. My aim is to offer a relationship where you feel safe enough to explore the parts of yourself that may have been silenced, dismissed, or misunderstood elsewhere. When we work together, you’re not being analysed or judged; you’re being accompanied. You’re being met with curiosity, compassion, and a genuine desire to understand your world from the inside.

The additional modalities I draw from simply give us more tools and more language to make sense of what you’re experiencing. Psychodynamic ideas can help us explore deeper emotional patterns or unresolved experiences that still echo in the present. CBT techniques can support you in noticing and gently shifting unhelpful thinking habits that may be contributing to anxiety, low mood, or self‑criticism. These approaches are never imposed — they’re offered gently, only when they feel aligned with your needs and your way of working.

Ultimately, my integrative style is about creating a therapeutic space that feels like it belongs to you. A space where you can show up exactly as you are, where your feelings make sense, and where your story is held with care. My role is to walk alongside you, offering support, insight, and steadiness as you move through your own healing process. Together, we shape a way of working that honours your individuality and supports the growth, clarity, and self‑understanding you’re seeking.