About me
I am a qualified, integrative counsellor, situated between Uckfield and Lewes in East Sussex. I provide a warm, confidential and safe space in my garden room for you to explore what has brought you to counselling, with a focus on building a trusting, non-judgemental and supportive relationship. I understand you may be feeling anxious about an initial session or not sure what to expect from counselling. I will help you to feel at ease, understand your concerns and support you to make sense of what might feel like a mountain to climb.
I have experience of working with a varied client base and am able to offer you a range of support with issues including
bereavement
neurodiversity
trauma
addiction
cancer/MS
abuse
anxiety
depression
loss
life transitions
relationships
short / long-term ill health issues
I have a special interest in supporting clients through the challenge of a cancer diagnosis, taking a holistic approach to complement treatment and improve well-being at what can be an exceptionally difficult time. My experience includes providing therapeutic services within the NHS at the Sussex Cancer Centre with both cancer patients and their families facing the uncertainties a diagnosis can bring. Alongside this I have volunteered at the Macmillan Horizon Centre in Brighton providing support and information to the cancer community. I additionally have extensive experience with other long-term health issues such as MS and Fibromyalgia, previously as a counsellor at Sussex MS Centre. I gained valuable experience as a bereavement counsellor at St. Wilfrid’s Hospice in Eastbourne and working at a community low cost counselling service in Newhaven supporting those bereaved by suicide. I also provide corporate counselling services offering wide-ranging support to clients in both a work related and personal capacity.
As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I adhere to their ethical framework and attend regular clinical supervision to maintain professional standards. I have full personal liability insurance, am enhanced DBS checked and registered with the ICO. I am committed to building on my experience and therefore undertake regular Continuing Professional Development and am currently studying for a Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy at the University of Chichester.
‘You've helped me through the worst of times’