SPECIALIST IN Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Depression
Reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy, and finding someone you feel comfortable talking to is an important first step. My aim is to offer a space where you can be yourself without fear of judgement—a space where you feel listened to, understood, and supported, but also encouraged to make meaningful changes in your life.
My journey into therapy came from a genuine passion for helping people. Like many of the clients I work with, I’ve experienced my own mental health struggles and life’s challenges. Those experiences gave me a deeper understanding of how difficult life can feel at times, but also showed me that change is possible. They inspired me to build a career helping others navigate their own challenges and move towards a life that feels more fulfilling.
I initially trained as a Life Coach because I wanted to help people achieve positive change. As my experience grew, I realised that many of the difficulties people face are rooted in emotional pain, trauma, relationships and past experiences. I wanted to be able to support the whole person, not just their goals, which led me to complete my psychotherapy training and continue developing my skills.
What I enjoy most about this work is seeing people begin to understand themselves differently. Whether it’s overcoming anxiety, processing trauma, rebuilding self-esteem or simply feeling hopeful again, there’s something incredibly rewarding about watching someone become unstuck and recognise possibilities they couldn’t previously see.
I believe therapy is about more than talking. It’s about understanding yourself, developing new perspectives, building healthier patterns, and creating lasting change.
My Approach
I work as an integrative therapist, tailoring therapy to your individual needs rather than following a single approach. Depending on what you’re experiencing, I draw from Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Somatic approaches, alongside knowledge from ACT, DBT, Psychodynamic and Gestalt therapies. I am also an EMDR Europe registered practitioner.
My style is relaxed, collaborative and genuine. Therapy isn’t something that happens to you—we work together to explore what’s happening, understand why, and decide how to move forward.
While I offer compassion and acceptance, I’m also comfortable gently challenging unhelpful patterns when it’s helpful to do so. Many clients tell me they appreciate having someone who will both listen and encourage them to take practical steps towards the life they want.
I believe that meaningful change often starts with building solid foundations. Looking after your physical wellbeing, daily routines, relationships and environment can have a significant impact on your mental health. From there, we can begin exploring deeper emotional experiences, long-standing patterns and the changes you want to make.
Whether you’re looking for insight, practical strategies, or trauma-focused therapy, my aim is to help you leave sessions with greater understanding, renewed motivation, and a clearer sense of direction.
Areas I Work With
I work with adults of all ages and support people experiencing:
• Anxiety and excessive worry
• Depression and low mood
• Trauma, PTSD and Complex PTSD
• Low self-esteem and confidence
• Addiction and recovery
• Abuse and its lasting effects
• Feeling stuck or lacking direction
• Questions around meaning, purpose and identity
• Life transitions and personal growth
• Relationship and Family issues
Whatever has brought you to therapy, we’ll work together to understand your experiences and find an approach that feels right for you.
Qualifications & Professional Training
• Postgraduate Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
• Practitioner Diploma in Life Coaching
• EMDR Practitioner (EMDR Europe)
• Accredited Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
My psychotherapy training is integrative and includes Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Gestalt Therapy and Somatic approaches.
I have also completed additional Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in working with anxiety and addiction and continue to undertake regular training, supervision and professional development to ensure my practice remains current and effective.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Whether you’re facing a specific difficulty or simply know that something needs to change, we can work together to understand what’s happening and help you move towards the life you want.
If you’re looking for a therapist who combines warmth, honesty, practical support and evidence-based approaches, I’d be pleased to hear from you.