About Me

I work from two locations: from my home in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire, and in Loughborough, Leicestershire in association with Charnwood Counselling . 

I am married and a mum to two older children, one of whom has Special Educational Needs and Disabilities - so I bring an understanding of the unique challenges that parents of children with additional needs experience. 

In addition to spending time with family, I am a huge animal lover and enjoy woodland walks with my two dachshunds, pictured here. I often have a weirdly macabre taste in television/movies (dark and twisty anyone?) and a very eclectic taste in music. Sometimes music tells the story we often can't and I love using music my clients bring into a session as it really can deepen connections!

How do I work?

My approach is relational, rooted in the belief that you’re inherently worthy and capable of growth. Therapy, to me, isn’t about quick fixes or judgement, it’s about real human connection. I offer a warm, compassionate space (with the occasional bit of humour) where all parts of you are welcome.

That said, I won’t just nod along and tell you what you want to hear. I do challenge. Gently, honestly, and in a way that feels human. (Because let’s face it, we’ve all had our moments and I’m no exception!) If you’re open to looking at your patterns with a bit of honesty and relatability, we’ll get on well.

I work in a humanistic & integrative way, which is a fancy way of saying I don’t squeeze you into a rigid therapy box. Instead, I meet you as a whole, complex human (mind, body, life, the lot) and adapt to what you need.

At the heart of it is our relationship. A space where you can feel understood, believed, and supported. We might explore your past, your present, and the patterns connecting those, making sense of your world at your pace.

I bring curiosity, openness, and the occasional nudge, so you can show up as yourself. No filters required.

What are my qualifications?

I am a fully insured and BACP registered BSc (Hons) graduate of the Sherwood Psychotherapy Training Institute in Nottingham as awarded by the University of Staffordshire. I have practiced with Nottinghamshire Mind as a volunteer counsellor and now work as a self-employed practitioner. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties. Some of these include, but are not limited to:

• Family Issues and Estrangement
• Autism & ADHD
• Depression & Anxiety
• Grief & Loss
• Suicidal thoughts
• Trauma (abuse, relational trauma/"CPTSD")
• Low self-esteem
• Gender Identity
• Loneliness
• Workplace issues
• Mental Health diagnoses

Whether you're having difficulties with a specific issue, or are experiencing a more chronic feeling that something hasn't been 'right' for a while - counselling may help you make sense of things.

Above all, my hope is to walk with you as you deepen your self-understanding, reconnect with your strengths, and discover new possibilities for living more fully and authentically.