Counselling, EMDR and Trauma Recovery and Support Services
Compassionate counselling for trauma healing and resilience.
Counselling, EMDR and Trauma Recovery and Support Services
Compassionate counselling for trauma healing and resilience.
About me
I am a qualified therapist with over 18 years of experience in private practice. Alongside my clinical work, I have also managed low-cost counselling services within charities and private organisations, supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds.
I hold a degree in Psychology and a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I am currently completing further training in trauma and working towards EMDR accreditation, deepening my ability to support clients who have experienced both childhood and adult trauma.
At the heart of my work is the belief that therapy is a collaborative and relational process. I aim to offer a space where you feel safe, heard, and understood, and where we can explore your experiences at a pace that feels right for you.
I specialise in trauma, and understand how deeply past experiences can shape the way we feel about ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us. Together, we can gently make sense of what you have been through and find ways to support healing and change.
Over the years, I have developed a range of therapeutic approaches, allowing me to work flexibly and respond to each client’s individual needs. I also bring a depth of personal life experience to my work, which supports a genuine and human connection.
My approach is open and grounded, with an awareness of the deeper aspects of human experience where this feels relevant to the work.
If you are considering therapy, you are very welcome to get in touch. I would be happy to hear from you and see how I might support you.
My Practice
My practice is fully trauma-informed, prioritising safety, trust, and collaboration. Trauma leaves deep psychological, emotional, and physical imprints, and therapy must recognise and address these effects. I work with clients at their own pace, ensuring that sessions are guided by readiness and emotional needs. Trauma-informed care involves:
- Recognising emotional triggers
- Understanding coping mechanisms
- Supporting clients in rebuilding trust in themselves and others
- By providing a structured yet flexible environment, clients feel empowered to engage with their experiences safely.
Integrative and Transpersonal Therapy
I use an integrative and transpersonal approach, combining multiple therapeutic modalities to support holistic healing:
- Cognitive-behavioural techniques to address unhelpful thought patterns
- Psychodynamic approaches to explore relational and historical influences
- Somatic awareness to reconnect with the body and release tension
- Mindfulness practices to cultivate presence and emotional regulation
- Transpersonal therapy to support meaning, purpose, and inner resilience
This flexible approach ensures that therapy is tailored to each individual, addressing both immediate symptoms and deeper, long-term recovery.
Session fee - £70.00 - 1 hour
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
I offer EMDR, an evidence-based therapy for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional impact. EMDR allows clients to reprocess distressing events safely, lessening the intensity of associated emotions and beliefs.
EMDR is particularly effective for survivors of childhood trauma, sexual abuse, phobias, big T and little t traumas, and other distressing experiences, often providing relief from persistent emotional pain that other therapies alone may not fully address.
£70.00 - 1 hour
£105.00 - 1.5 hours
Childhood Trauma and CSA
Survivors of childhood trauma, including CSA, often experience complex emotional and relational challenges. Therapy involves creating a safe, validating environment where experiences can be processed without judgement.
I help clients to:
- Recognise the ongoing impact of trauma
- Rebuild a sense of agency and self-worth
- Develop resilience and healthier relational patterns
Anxiety, Depression and relational difficulties
- Anxiety may present as constant worry, hypervigilance, or difficulty feeling safe
- Depression can manifest as low mood, lack of motivation, or disconnection from daily life
- Trauma can impact relationships, leading to challenges with trust, boundaries, and communication
I work with clients to explore the roots of these challenges, recognise triggers, and develop practical strategies to manage symptoms while fostering healthier emotional and relational patterns.
Supporting high-stress professionals
I have experience supporting police officers and other high-stress professionals, who may face repeated traumatic events, moral injury, or organisational stress. Therapy focuses on:
- Processing difficult experiences
- Developing coping strategies
- Maintaining emotional and professional resilience
Addressing trauma in high-stress occupations is essential for mental well-being and sustaining professional effectiveness.
Supporting high-stress professionals
I have experience supporting police officers and other high-stress professionals, who may face repeated traumatic events, moral injury, or organisational stress. Therapy focuses on:
- Processing difficult experiences
- Developing coping strategies
- Maintaining emotional and professional resilience
Addressing trauma in high-stress occupations is essential for mental well-being and sustaining professional effectiveness.