About me
Counselling is a second career for me, shaped by both professional experience and personal insight into the value of being properly heard and understood. Before training as a counsellor, I spent many years working in a different field while raising a family, and I understand how easy it can be to appear to cope on the outside while quietly carrying stress, pressure or uncertainty beneath the surface.
My own journey towards counselling developed from recognising the transformative power of genuine human connection — being listened to without judgement, without pressure to perform, and without needing to present a finished version of yourself. This experience continues to shape how I work today.
This background informs my approach to counselling — offering a thoughtful, non-judgemental space where people who are used to coping alone can slow down and feel properly understood. You can read more about my person-centred approach on my approach page.
Many people I work with appear to manage well on the surface while feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward internally. Counselling offers an opportunity to explore these experiences at a pace that feels manageable, allowing patterns to become clearer and new perspectives to emerge naturally over time.
My training is in person-centred and humanistic therapy, and I hold a Master’s degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from Keele University. As part of my clinical experience, I have counselled NHS staff through a dedicated staff counselling service, worked with cancer patients and their families as a Macmillan counsellor, and supported clients within a charitable counselling setting. I now dedicate all of my working time to private practice.
Alongside professional training, I bring a calm and grounded presence to the work. Therapy with me is not about diagnosis or quick fixes, but about developing a deeper understanding of yourself and creating meaningful, sustainable change.
If you are considering counselling, arranging an introductory conversation can help you decide whether working together feels right. You may also wish to read more about sessions, fees and availability before taking the next step.