About me

I have been in the client chair in the therapy room myself and I know that it can feel really exposing, especially at first. Trusting another person with some of the most hidden and protected parts of yourself is not an easy thing to do. I can however, assure you of these two things; 1. Whatever you share in our sessions, will be as protected and cared for by me, as it has been by you...and... 2. Whilst therapy can be challenging, the rewards for your real self can be truly transformative. Not always in a showy way the rest of the world can see a mile off, but in quiet, private ways that you feel in your core. Things like having a sense of courage just living in you, rather than having to seek it out. Trusting your own judgement with true inner conviction. Letting go of weights and feelings that aren't yours to bear..... and feeling good about it. Learning to value and voice the true you behind the mask you wear, which allows you to feel safe (and even happy!) to put it down. They say that real change comes from within and having felt the gentle but life changing benefits of experiencing that through my own therapy journey, my absolute favourite thing to do is support my clients in finding and feeling their own unique version of it.

My approach

Areas I Often Work With:
Anxiety
Depression
Low self-esteem and confidence
Feelings of guilt or shame
Adult ADHD
Relationship difficulties and infidelity
Workplace stress or bullying
Anger and emotional regulation
Sexuality and identity
Body image and eating difficulties
Domestic abuse
Sexual abuse
Grief and loss
Major life changes
Feeling like you don’t belong

Pet Loss and Animal Bereavement:
I have a particular passion for supporting people experiencing pet loss and animal bereavement. The loss of an animal companion can be deeply painful and is sometimes misunderstood or minimised by others. As a lifelong animal lover, I offer a space where this grief can be acknowledged and supported with the sensitivity and respect it deserves.

How I Work:
As an inclusive psychotherapeutic counsellor, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches including CBT, Person Centred and Psychodynamic, so we can ensure we work in the way that suits you best individually.
Our sessions might involve talking things through, reflecting on patterns or experiences, or using practical or creative approaches depending on what feels helpful for you. Throughout the process, you remain in control and we move at a pace that feels comfortable.

Specialties

Methodologies

Location

Bedford MK45 3RB, Bedford MK45 3RB

Education

CPCAB Level 5 PQ Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
BACP Certificate of Proficiency
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Integrative)
Blue Cross Pet Loss and Bereavement Training
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies (Person Centred)
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (Integrative)
Ongoing CPD, but some recent training includes: Walking Therapy, Inner Child Work, Parts Work, and Creative Working.

Accreditation

GB_BACP 417093