Counselling

Counselling can be a challenging experience as we talk about  some of  the events you have compartmentalised or that feel unprocessed. Counselling is collaborative and my role is to help you feel less stuck. Sometimes we laugh, sometimes we cry, my aim is that at all times you feel listened to, understood and are met with compassion. Counselling is a courageous step towards personal growth, and if you choose it, change is possible.

I believe that you are your own expert, you have autonomy and my role is to walk beside you as you explore and grow. I value your uniqueness and knowing that no two clients are the same, I work with each person individually, depending on what suits you, with a space for reflection and for your thoughts and feelings to be expressed. I hope that a relationship will grow between us mutual with respect and trust.

As an integrative counsellor I use various therapeutic models depending what suits the situation (Click here for further information). My job isn’t to tell you what to do, but to help you explore your thoughts and feelings and help you decide what step to take next.

I understand that starting this process can be quite daunting and I offer a 15-minute phone call prior to booking an initial session if you have any questions you would like to ask. I can also be contacted by email and text if you prefer.

I work face to face in Banbury, as well as Online/by phone, with individuals or relationships. If you’d like more information about the ways I work and the theories I use you can look here or to see a copy of my contract.

What do clients say are the benefits of counselling?​

• Counselling can help you understand your thoughts and feelings,
• Become more self-aware.
• It can provide closure for past events.
• Counselling can lead to improved self-esteem.
• You can make positive changes and improve your work/life balance.
• You may feel calmer, less stressed and sleep better.
• Communication and relationships with those around you can improve
• You may laugh more, relax more and increase your self-care.
• You may become more assertive, value yourself more and learn to be kinder to yourself.
• You may learn to say no.

As a ND counsellor (Dyslexic Autistic, ADHD), I understand what its like to feel different to those around you, to grieve for yourself and parts that feel different to  others, around you and I will support you as you reflect on your experiences. Many of my clients are neurodivergent, and I am passionate about supporting this community. My practice is rooted in neuro-affirmative, trauma informed principles, centering the lived experiences and unique needs of neuro minority clients. I focus on exploring aspects of identity, navigating burnout, managing life’s challenges, and addressing experiences of ableism, all within a compassionate and validating therapeutic space.

I also have experience working with the GSRD and am an active supporter of the LGBTQIA+ community. As a cishet woman, I am conscious of my own privilege and how it can shape interactions. I aim to provide a safe and affirming space where counselling can support clients in exploring their identities, navigating challenges, and fostering resilience.

I have experience supporting clients who have experienced spiritual abuse within Christian contexts, helping them process trauma, reclaim autonomy, and explore their beliefs safely. I also work with individuals across a variety of faith backgrounds, respecting and integrating their spiritual perspectives into counselling when it is meaningful to them.

I have experience of working with:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Low self-esteem
• Work Related Stress
• Grief & loss
• Abuse – mental, physical & sexual
• Self esteem & Confidence
• Neurodivergence
• Relationships
• Bullying
• Anger
• Phobias
• Identity
• GSRD
• Spirituality, religious doubt and spiritual abuse.

“Life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination”

Carl Rogers

Online Counselling

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