About Me

Experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

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I have been working in the field of counselling since 2012, supporting individuals through a range of personal challenges and life experiences. Over the years, I have developed a genuine passion for helping people understand themselves, navigate difficult circumstances and rebuild their confidence and self-worth.

 

​My journey into counselling and psychotherapy has been shaped by many years of working with people from diverse backgrounds, each with their own experiences, challenges and individual needs.

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Throughout my career, I have worked across a range of settings, including foster care, children's homes and secure units for children. I also volunteered with Victim Support, where I gained valuable insight into the emotional and psychological impact that crime can have on individuals and their lives. I also have 30 years' experience in community care working with people from all walks of life offering emotional and practical support.

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These experiences deepened my understanding of how our thoughts, feelings and life experiences influence our behaviour, relationships and overall wellbeing. They also strengthened my passion for helping people make sense of their difficulties, develop a greater understanding of themselves and find healthier ways forward.

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My Private Practice

In 2012, I established two private practices, working in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, and Harlow, Essex. Over the following 11 years, I supported many clients through a wide range of personal and emotional challenges.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my work has always been witnessing the changes that can take place through therapy. Seeing someone move from a difficult or overwhelming period in their life towards greater self-understanding, renewed confidence and a more fulfilling future is something I find deeply meaningful.

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I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to be heard, understood and supported without judgement. I respect your privacy and confidentiality.   Confidentiality is an important part of our therapeutic relationship. However, there may be exceptional circumstances where I have a professional or legal responsibility to share relevant information, such as where there are serious safeguarding concerns or a risk of significant harm to you or another person. Wherever possible, I will discuss this with you openly and sensitively.

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A New Chapter

In 2023, following the loss of three significant people in my life, I took a career break to allow myself time to process my own grief and loss.

This personal experience gave me time for reflection and a deeper appreciation of how individual and complex the grieving process can be. Having taken that time, I have now returned to the field of mental health, offering counselling both online and in person in Sudbury and Harlow.

I have completed refresher training and re-joined the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society to support my continued professional practice. I am committed to working within the professional standards and ethical framework of my membership, ensuring that the wellbeing and best interests of my clients remain at the heart of my work. 

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My Values and Commitment to Ethical Counselling 

As a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor and registered member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I am committed to providing a professional, ethical and respectful counselling service.

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I believe that every person deserves to be treated with dignity, understanding and compassion, regardless of their background, circumstances or experiences. I aim to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust, honesty and mutual respect, where you feel heard and valued as an individual.

I recognise the importance of your right to make your own choices and decisions.

 

My role is not to tell you what to do, but to support you in exploring your thoughts, feelings and experiences, helping you develop a greater understanding of yourself and what feels right for you.

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I take my professional responsibilities seriously. This includes maintaining appropriate boundaries, respecting confidentiality, working within my professional competence, and undertaking regular supervision and continued professional development to maintain and strengthen my practice.

Your wellbeing, dignity and right to be treated with respect remain central to my work.

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Why I feel passionate about helping people

Throughout my career, I have seen how difficult relationships and painful life experiences can affect a person's confidence, sense of identity and belief in themselves.

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I am particularly passionate about supporting adults who have experienced toxic or emotionally abusive relationships, coercive control, manipulation or repeatedly harmful relationship patterns that affect their self esteem and belief in themselves. These experiences can have a profound impact on your confidence, self-worth and ability to trust yourself. 

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Being able to support someone as they rediscover their strengths, recognise their own worth and begin to make choices that feel right for them is something I find incredibly meaningful.

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How I Can Support You

You don't need to have everything worked out before coming to counselling. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, questioning yourself or struggling to understand patterns in your relationships or why your relationships are toxic and always end.

Together, we can explore what has brought you to counselling, helping you make sense of your experiences and identify what you need moving forward.

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There is no pressure to talk about everything straight away. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, allowing you the time and space to develop a stronger understanding of yourself and what you want from life.

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If you feel ready to take that step, I welcome you to get in touch to discuss how counselling may be able to support you.​​

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