How I Work

I believe that therapy is a deeply personal experience, and that there is no single approach that will suit everyone. My role is to understand you as an individual and create a therapeutic space where you feel safe, respected and genuinely heard.

I work integratively, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches and adapting the way I work according to your individual needs, personality, age and circumstances. Whether I am working with a child, adolescent or adult, I take time to understand the person behind the difficulties they are experiencing and develop an approach that feels right for them.

Working with Children

When working with children, I recognise that they may not always have the words to express their thoughts, feelings and experiences. Play can become their natural language, providing a safe and creative way for them to communicate, explore and make sense of what they are experiencing.

I use play and creative approaches alongside an individualised therapeutic approach, carefully considering each child’s developmental stage, personality, relationships and circumstances. Through play, children can express feelings, explore experiences and develop a greater understanding of themselves in a way that feels natural and accessible to them.

I believe that every child is different, and therefore I do not use a one-size-fits-all approach. I take time to build trust and create a relationship in which the child feels safe enough to be themselves. The therapeutic space becomes somewhere they can explore difficult feelings and experiences without fear of judgement.

Working with Adolescents and Adults

With adolescents and adults, therapy may involve talking openly about current difficulties, relationships and emotions, as well as exploring experiences from the past that may continue to influence the present.

I am particularly interested in understanding what lies beneath the difficulties we experience. Together, we may explore how earlier experiences have shaped the way you see yourself, relate to others and respond to situations today. Developing this understanding can create new perspectives and possibilities for change.

The therapeutic relationship is central to my work. I believe that feeling understood and accepted can, in itself, be an important part of the therapeutic process. At times, we may explore what is happening between us in the room. These moments can provide valuable insight into patterns of relating and offer an opportunity to experience different ways of being in a relationship.

I will not tell you what you should do or expect you to have all the answers. Instead, we will work collaboratively, exploring what feels important to you and what you would like to change. My approach is compassionate and thoughtful, while allowing space for honest and meaningful exploration.

Whether you are seeking support for a particular difficulty, navigating a challenging period in your life, or wanting to understand yourself more deeply, I will meet you where you are and work with you at a pace that feels right.

My hope is that therapy becomes a space where you can develop a deeper understanding of yourself, make sense of your experiences and discover new ways of moving forward that feel meaningful and authentic to you.

Counselling Services for Schools

Alongside my private practice, I offer counselling services to schools, supporting children and adolescents who may be experiencing emotional, social or developmental difficulties that are affecting their wellbeing or their experience of school.

I work collaboratively with schools to provide a professional, confidential and supportive therapeutic service that can be tailored to the needs of the school and its pupils. My aim is to create a safe space where young people can talk about their experiences, develop an understanding of their emotions and find healthier ways of managing difficulties.

My experience of working therapeutically with children and adolescents allows me to offer an approach that is sensitive to their developmental stage and individual circumstances. Depending on the needs of the pupil, this may include talking therapy, creative approaches or play-based work.

I value working in partnership with teachers, pastoral teams, parents and carers where appropriate, while maintaining the young person’s therapeutic space and confidentiality. I believe that effective support works best when the adults around a young person have a shared understanding of how they can help them feel safe, supported and able to thrive.

I can offer schools flexible counselling arrangements and would be happy to discuss the specific needs of your school or pastoral team.

Moving Forward

Whether you are seeking support for a particular difficulty, navigating a challenging period in your life, or wanting to understand yourself more deeply, I will meet you where you are and work with you at a pace that feels right.

I hope that therapy becomes a space where you can develop a deeper understanding of yourself, make sense of your experiences, and discover new ways of moving forward that feel meaningful and authentic to you.