How I work

I work integratively, meaning I am trained in and draw upon a range of different therapeutic techniques and models, depending on each unique client. This might include exploring your past, present and future, always taking a trauma-informed approach to prioritise safety.

Mind and body aren't separate. We live all of life through our bodies, the good and the painful, and difficult experiences can stay with us physically as tension, heaviness, or a sense of being stuck. Alongside talking therapy, I sometimes bring in somatic approaches such as movement or breathwork. They can help us reach feelings and experiences that are hard to put into words. This is always optional, and always in support of the wider work. I'm also interested in how modern neuroscience is shaping our understanding of therapy, and what it can tell us about our experiences.

Our lives are shaped by relationship: with each other, the wider systems we live within, and the natural world around us. My approach reflects this, with a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship between us, as well as exploring the impact of other relationships and systems on your life.

For me, therapy is an active, collaborative process rather than sititng in silence. I believe in a non-hierarchical approach: you are the expert on your life.

My experience

I have experience supporting survivors of rape, sexual abuse and other complex trauma, including developmental and relational trauma. Alongside my private practice, I work as a Counsellor at a specialist sexual abuse organisation in Bristol, and was previously a Listening Volunteer with the Samaritans.

Before training as a counsellor, I spent over a decade in the corporate world, including managing and mentoring teams. That background gives me a grounded, first-hand understanding of workplace pressures, and I have experience supporting clients navigating burnout, redundancy, workplace issues, self-doubt and career transitions.

I also work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD and neurodiversity (including those awaiting diagnosis), relationship challenges, bereavement, loneliness and shame.

My training and qualifications

I love learning and am committed to ongoing training and development. Below are details of some of my existing qualifications and training.

Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - 419811 - see registration here.

Advanced Diploma in Integrative Counselling - Iron Mill College

Certificate in Counselling Skills - Weston College

Introductory Certificate in Body Psychotherapy - Iron Mill College

Advanced Safeguarding Adults

Advanced Safeguarding Children

Recognising and Preventing FGM

Dealing with Distress: Working with Suicide and Self Harm