
About me
I am a UKCP trainee psychotherapist in Advanced TA Training at the Berne Institute offering in-person psychotherapy. My focus is on creating a supportive, open space where you can better understand yourself and move towards a more fulfilling way of being. Alongside my training, I completed the Basic Counselling Skills workshop in 2024 and have just completed the Infant and Pregnancy Loss practitioner, Rainbow Baby specialist and Infertility Specialist training.
Before starting my psychotherapy journey, I worked as a secondary school teacher and am now a full-time firefighter. I know first-hand the demands of high-pressure environments and the importance of finding space to reflect and reconnect with yourself. As someone diagnosed with Autism and ADHD as an adult, I bring a personal understanding of neurodiversity to my work. In my personal life, I love spending time in nature with my husband, training CrossFit, and engaging in meaningful, authentic connections with those around me.
I am also in the process of beginning a family, embracing the transition into motherhood and all the learning and growth that comes with it. While this is an exciting chapter, it has also been extremely challenging in ways I didn’t anticipate. Change, even when deeply wanted, can bring unexpected difficulties, and I understand the importance of support during times of transition.




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Affordable psychotherapy and counselling for personal growth and emotional understanding.
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