counselling can help with
Overthinking
Exhaustion
Anxiety
Navigating change
Burnout
Confidence
Grief
Feeling lost
Exploring ADHD or autism
Relationships
Masking
Perfection
Shame
Free 15-Minute Consultation
Choosing a counsellor can feel overwhelming. I know, I’ve been there myself.
An informal chat is often the best place to start. It's an opportunity to get a sense of who I am and how I work, and for us both to see whether we feel like a good fit. Ultimately, I encourage you to trust yourself. Only you can decide who feels right for you at this moment in your life.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation, either online or over the phone. It's a chance for you to tell me a little about yourself, what has brought you to counselling, and what you're hoping for. It's also an opportunity to ask any questions you might have.
There's no pressure and absolutely no obligation to book further sessions. It's simply a relaxed, informal conversation to help you decide whether working together feels right for you.
If you'd like to arrange a chat, I'd love to hear from you.
how i work
I listen deeply and take the time to understand your unique experiences and ways of being in the world. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, accepted, and relaxed. Humour, sadness, vulnerability, and all the other human emotions are welcome parts of our work together. We’ll explore what brought you to counselling, while also remaining open to new or unexpected topics that may arise. You are welcome to bring anything that feels important to you. Our sessions are a flexible space where your changing needs and interests are always valued.
I work collaboratively and compassionately, with a neurodiversity-affirming approach. This means welcoming movement, sitting with a pillow or two, or even on the floor, using fidget toys, or asking questions at any time. Sessions are relaxed and low-demand, and I am happy to adjust things like lighting to suit your sensory needs. If we are meeting online, I encourage you to set up your space however works best for you. Whether you want to move around, get comfortable with blankets or pets, or take breaks as needed, you are welcome to shape your environment to feel supportive.
I am an integrative counsellor, drawing on person-centred, reflective practice, mindfulness, and practical coaching strategies when they fit your needs. I often take a strength-based approach, recognising and building on your unique abilities and resources. This might include identifying what’s already working well, exploring ways to enhance these strengths, or introducing practical strategies and tools such as clarifying your core values, practising gratitude, or developing routines that support your well-being.
We can reflect together on what feels effective, adapt strategies as needed, and celebrate progress. I aim to tailor our work to your individual needs, preferences, and goals, always with an emphasis on acceptance and empowerment. The process is collaborative, and your feedback and choices shape the direction we take.
In a typical session, we might discuss your thoughts, feelings, relationships, and current challenges. We can look for patterns, develop practical strategies, or simply give you space to process what’s happening in your life. We can set meaningful goals and work towards them together at a pace that feels right for you.
There’s also room for a more open approach, where each session is a chance to talk about whatever surfaces that week. You don’t need to have all the answers or a plan; we’ll figure things out together each time we meet.
Online or In Person?
Not sure whether to choose online or in-person counselling? It's a question I'm often asked.
Having experienced therapy myself in both ways, I can honestly say that, for me, the depth of the work hasn't depended on whether I was sitting in the same room as my therapist or meeting online. The connection, trust and therapeutic relationship were just as important in both settings.
The reasons I've chosen one over the other have usually been practical. Sometimes it's been about convenience, fitting therapy around everyday life, or wanting to work with someone who wasn't local. At other times, I've enjoyed the experience of travelling to a dedicated therapy space and stepping away from home for an hour.
My advice is simple: listen to yourself. Think about what feels most supportive for you right now. If you're local and would enjoy having a calm, welcoming space away from the distractions of home, in-person sessions may feel like the right choice. If being at home feels easier, more comfortable, or simply fits better with your life, online counselling can be just as meaningful and effective.
Whichever you choose, my aim is always the same, to create a warm, accepting space where you feel able to be yourself.
In Person
I offer face-to-face counselling from my comfortable therapy room in Bispham, Blackpool.
I've created a space that feels calm, welcoming and relaxed, with plenty of natural light and different seating options so you can settle in however feels most comfortable. You're welcome to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee before or during your session, and there are toilet facilities available.
As a neurodivergent counsellor, I've tried to create an environment that feels flexible rather than clinical. Whether you'd prefer to sit with a cushion, use a fidget toy, or simply make yourself comfortable, you're encouraged to use the space in whatever way feels right for you.
Please note that the counselling room is accessed via two flights of stairs and, unfortunately, is not currently wheelchair accessible.
Online
Online counselling offers the same opportunity to slow down, reflect and explore what's going on for you, all from the comfort of your own space.
Many people appreciate not having to travel and enjoy being in familiar surroundings. I encourage you to set up your environment in whatever way helps you feel most at ease. You might want to wrap yourself in a blanket, have your pet nearby, make a cup of tea, use headphones, sit on the floor or move around if that helps you concentrate. This is your space, and I want it to work for you.
The main thing I ask is that you have a reliable internet connection and somewhere you can talk privately without being interrupted.
My preference is to work with the camera on, as it helps me to understand you more fully and build a strong therapeutic relationship. However, I also recognise that there may be times when this doesn't feel possible or comfortable, and we can always talk together about what feels right for you.
“Being human is not about being any one particular way; it is about being as life creates you, with your own particular strengths and weaknesses, gifts and challenges, quirks and oddities.”