About me

My work as a counsellor is grounded in the belief that our difficulties do not develop in isolation. They are shaped by our early relationships, our internal world, and the ways we have learned to cope, connect, and protect ourselves over time. I offer counselling to adults, couples, and parent–child relationships, providing a reflective and supportive space to explore these patterns with care and curiosity.

My approach

I work integratively, drawing primarily on Transactional Analysis (TA), psychodynamic therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Rather than applying techniques in a rigid way, I adapt these approaches to suit each individual, couple, or family relationship.

A psychodynamic lens underpins my work, helping us explore how early experiences, attachment relationships, and unconscious patterns continue to influence thoughts, emotions, and relationships in the present. This can be particularly helpful when difficulties feel recurring or hard to shift, or when strong emotional reactions arise in close relationships.

Transactional Analysis offers a clear and accessible way of understanding how our Parent, Adult, and Child ego states show up in everyday life. Together, we can explore how these internal states affect communication, conflict, boundaries, and emotional responses, both within yourself and between you and others. This can be especially valuable in couples work and parent–child counselling, where patterns of interaction are often deeply ingrained.

Alongside this reflective work, I draw on ACT to support acceptance of what cannot be changed, while reducing the struggle for control that can increase distress. ACT also focuses on reconnecting with personal values and increasing a sense of meaning and direction in life, even in the presence of difficult thoughts or feelings.

I also integrate the four core principles of DBT: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These skills can help build practical ways of managing intense emotions, coping during times of crisis, and communicating needs more effectively within relationships.

Working with Children and Play Therapy

For my youngest clients, I offer a therapeutic space where play is the primary language. Because I work with children from the age of four, I use play-based techniques to help them process emotions and experiences that they may not yet have the words to describe.

My background in developmental psychology allows me to understand the milestones and challenges children face. By using creative tools and play, I help children explore their feelings in a way that feels safe, natural, and non-threatening. This approach also extends to my work with parent-child relationships, where we focus on building emotional safety and understanding between the two.

Working with couples and parent–child relationships

When working with couples, including parent and child dyads, I pay close attention to patterns of communication, emotional responsiveness, and unmet needs. Therapy can offer a space to slow things down, understand each other’s perspectives more fully, and develop healthier ways of relating. This work may involve exploring past experiences that shape current dynamics, alongside learning practical skills to support connection, boundaries, and emotional safety.

My experience and training

I am a qualified and accredited counsellor, registered with the NCPS, and I work in line with their ethical framework. I have experience working with adults and children from the age of four, and I have undertaken additional CPD in areas including working with children, working with couples and relationships, Transactional Analysis, ACT, DBT-informed practice, trauma, autism, and ADHD.

Alongside my clinical work, I am committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practice, ensuring that my work remains ethical, thoughtful, and responsive to those I support.

What you can expect

I aim to offer a warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. Whether you are attending therapy on your own, as a couple, or as a parent and child, we will work at a pace that feels manageable and respectful of your experiences. Therapy is not about fixing you, but about understanding, developing awareness, and building the capacity to live with greater choice, compassion, and meaning.

If you are considering counselling and would like to know more, you are welcome to get in touch to discuss whether I might be the right fit for you.