The type of support I provide
I provide online counselling, often working with neurodivergence as I have lived experience as an AuDHD individual myself. I support clients by holding a safe contained space for individuals to explore their concerns in a confidential and client led setting. There is safety in knowing sessions are kept to a time boundary, together we build on trust. I ask clients what it is they wish to bring to the session, checking in on how the pace feels for them. There is no right way to start counselling, sometimes what initially brings someone to therapy can change through exploration. I do not judge, I respond with empathy and a curiosity in why a person experiences something in a particular way, I want to know more about that individual to help them get to know themselves better.
Who I help
I help a wide range of people, with anxiety, self esteem, relationship break ups, all kinds of challenges that individuals struggle with by normalising them. I pride myself in providing an affirming therapeutic practice that validates who you are, taking into consideration someone’s intersectionality. If someone feels stuck with something in their life, we look at it as a shared goal, working collaboratively to untangle. I help people release pain from grief in somatic work, giving them that space to talk about their loss and to really process what grieving means to them personally.
My approach or methodology
My approach is relational and holistic overall. I do not hide behind a purely theory based framework, I meet you as a human being first. I listen not only to your words, but also to the emotions behind them. I may reflect what I notice or ask gentle questions to help open up new perspectives and narratives. If appropriate to the situation I integrate bodily awareness into my work, supporting clients to tune into what their bodies may be holding. This can include noticing sensations or using creative approaches, such as exploring colours or imagery connected to the tension that is being.
Any insights or advice you’d like to share
Starting counselling can feel a little daunting at first, you might be unsure what to say or where to even begin. But you do not need to have it all figured out, we can take it a step at a time. You can come exactly as you are, whether that’s feeling overwhelmed, or unable to put things into words. I am aware of differing processing needs, I ask if there are any reasonable adjustments I might need to bare in mind and I will accommodate where I can. The message I want people to know is although it might feel like it and understandably so, you are not alone in what you’re experiencing, support is available when you feel ready to reach for it. In contacting me you are making that first step in doing something about your situation to look after yourself, this is a powerful move.
