I spent many years feeling like I just couldn’t quite get life right. It wasn’t until my late 40s that I sought an ADHD diagnosis, something I assumed would be dismissed.
Instead, the diagnosis helped everything make sense. I realised I’d developed a range of coping strategies without knowing it, which helped me get through the challenges of being a single parent and managing life on a tight budget. By the time I was diagnosed, I was already in counselling training, which gave me a deeper understanding of how to work with my ADHD rather than against it. I now use this experience to support others navigating similar paths.
I work with ADHD and Autistic clients navigating challenges such as anxiety, overthinking, low self-worth, and difficulties with emotional connection. My approach supports clients in understanding their emotions, building self-trust, setting healthy boundaries, and fostering self-acceptance.
While I specialise in childhood and complex trauma, and recovery from abuse and coercive relationships, you don’t need to have had these experiences for us to work together. A big part of my work focuses on exploring negative self-beliefs and internal dialogue shaped by past relationships and experiences. I aim to build a safe, consistent space where we can work together to strengthen your sense of self and foster self-compassion.
My counselling journey began in 2002. After a break in training and a few years volunteering with Samaritans, I returned to complete my qualification. I work in a person-centred way, meaning you bring what feels important each week. I also draw on training in complex trauma, inner child work and parts work, helping you explore the internal voices that may hold you back.
Outside of counselling, I enjoy cooking, walking in nature, and spending time with animals. I share my home with a couple of dogs and some fish, and love helping out with horses and lambing season at a local farm. I’m always curious and enjoy learning new things.