My Approach
First and foremost I will listen, patiently without judgement. Each client is unique so counselling will be tailored to you and what you need.
I provide a quiet, confidential space just for you where my aim is to build a warm, respectful and trusting relationship between us. You can talk about how you’re feeling, how your situation is affecting you and what you need help with. Sometimes it’s hard to know what you need or to make sense of your emotions, so I’ll help you untangle the confusion. I'll support you as you try to make some sense from it all, help you to understand what you might need and start taking steps towards feeling better about yourself and your life. Just sharing what you’re going through can often feel like a weight’s been lifted from your shoulders.
Being a counsellor isn’t about giving advice or having all the answers. I strongly believe that you know more about yourself than you realise, and I will work with you to explore and understand yourself better, gain clarity and make sense of your experiences. I can help you build confidence, resilience and we can work together to start the process of growth and healing from whatever it is that’s affecting you right now.
How we experience others and behave in all kinds of relationships affects our view of ourselves, others and the world around us. By creating a healthy, respectful and trusting relationship between us, I can explore your world with you, support you to grow and create change within yourself that can perhaps help you change the way you view yourself and others around you. Together we might explore feelings, relationships, how you see yourself and why that might be.
You might just need a space to breathe, a space to talk and express yourself freely. It’s not a one size fits all, the focus is on you and what you need to make sense of your experiences and how you’re feeling. Don’t worry if you feel unsure, we can work together to unravel what it is you need.