Experienced counselling and psychotherapy combining professional expertise with lived experience of recovery.
17+
Years of Experience
There are times in life when things stop feeling manageable.
You may be struggling with anxiety that never seems to switch off, finding yourself caught in the same patterns of behaviour, navigating the impact of difficult experiences from the past, or concerned about your relationship with alcohol or drugs.
You may not know exactly what the problem is. You may simply know that something needs to change.
Whatever has brought you here, therapy provides a confidential, supportive space to explore what is happening and begin moving towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I offer counselling and psychotherapy in Bishop’s Stortford and online throughout the UK.
Support for alcohol concerns, drug use, recovery and relapse prevention. Explore the underlying factors contributing to addictive behaviours and develop healthier ways of coping.
Therapy for difficult life experiences, emotional wounds and patterns that may still be affecting your life today.
Many people arrive at their first therapy session feeling nervous or uncertain about what will happen.
Some worry that they will be asked uncomfortable questions or pressured to talk about things they’re not ready to discuss. Others are concerned they will be judged for their thoughts, feelings or experiences.
For many people, shame, embarrassment or fear of being misunderstood can become barriers to seeking support.
In reality, therapy provides a confidential space where you can talk openly without fear of judgement. There’s no pressure to share more than you feel comfortable sharing, and therapy moves at a pace that feels right for you.
My role is not to judge or criticise, but to help you better understand yourself and the challenges you’re facing.
No two people will have exactly the same experiences, challenges or goals.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and adapt therapy to the individual rather than following a one-size-fits-all model.
Together, we’ll explore not only the difficulties that have brought you to therapy, but also the underlying patterns, experiences and beliefs that may be contributing to them.
The aim is not simply to manage symptoms, but to create meaningful and lasting change.
Over 17 years of counselling and psychotherapy experience.
Many people spend months, sometimes years, wondering whether they should reach out for support.
You may be questioning whether your concerns are serious enough. You may be telling yourself that you should be coping better or that things are not as bad as they could be.
Therapy is not only for people in crisis.
It can provide a space to better understand yourself, work through challenges and make positive changes before difficulties become overwhelming.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist with over 17 years of experience supporting people with addiction, trauma, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
Alongside my professional experience, I also bring personal understanding of recovery and the challenges involved in creating meaningful change.
My aim is to provide a safe, supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood and empowered to move forward.
There is no fixed answer. Some people attend therapy for a relatively short period to work through a specific issue, while others choose longer-term support. We can discuss your goals and review progress together throughout the process.
Yes. Confidentiality is a fundamental part of therapy, with a small number of legal and ethical exceptions which will be explained clearly at the outset.
Many people wonder this before they begin. While no therapist can guarantee outcomes, research consistently shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in successful therapy. An initial consultation can help us decide whether we feel like a good fit.
Therapy provides a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences. Together, we work to better understand what is happening, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck and develop healthier ways of moving forward.
Need More Questions
Reaching out for support is often the hardest part.
Whether you’re looking for help with addiction, anxiety, trauma or relationship difficulties, an initial consultation provides an opportunity to discuss what is happening and explore whether therapy feels like the right fit for you.
in Bishop's Stortford
Available throughout the UK and abroad via Zoom
