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Why choose counselling?

It shows a great deal of strength to reach out for support and it can seem like a daunting idea to unpack some of those hidden traumas alone. So that’s where I come in. I also work with people from the military family and "third-culture kids".

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."

- Carl Rogers

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When you are not feeling at your best and life has thrown an unexpected curve ball at you, you can sometimes hear the following: “Man up.” “This will pass.” “Chin up.” “There are people with worse problems, so I have no right to feel this way”. Either from others or in your own mind. This can leave you feeling like you are the only one struggling or paralysed with overwhelming emotions. You are not alone. As a counsellor I am there to support you or your child as you explore your emotions and thoughts and bear witness to your traumas.

The adolescent years can be very difficult with pressures at home and school while navigating an ever changing body and brain. Bullying, social media influences, relationships, gender and sexuality questions all on top of exam pressures and study can leave our young people with a huge amount of anxiety. I have worked with young people in a number of school settings over the years and have seen first hand the anxiety they are trying to manage sometimes leading them to need medication or resulting in self-harm. By helping our young people with these anxieties now we can equip them for the rest of their lives with tools and strategies to build resilience.

​​In a free initial consultation we will discuss what brings you to counselling and what you would like to achieve from our sessions. I will explain more of the counselling process to you before you make any decisions about starting counselling with me.

I work with young people and adults from ages 13 years and up online or over the telephone. I work closely with a number  of local schools so sessions can be organised at school for the children and young people.

In good weather and area dependant I also offer a Walk and Talk therapy session. 

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The lotus is a symbol of rebirth, self-regeneration and enlightenment.
Even with it roots in the darkest mud it grows to produce a beautiful flower.
Water Lily

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