About

I am a fully qualified counsellor currently working as a Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisor at the University of Huddersfield. Previous to this I’ve worked for Northpoint Wellbeing, IAPT – the NHS counselling service – and in other third sector and private therapy services.

I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Leeds Beckett University with an emphasis on Relational Therapy. This style of therapy focuses on a person’s relationship with the world, other people, themselves and the therapist. I also hold a Post Graduate Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

I am passionate about mental and emotional health and wellbeing. Throughout my time as a therapist I have picked up a lot of helpful information, ideas and tools and wanted to put it all together in one place.

So… this is that place… and I’m hoping that other people find it useful as well.

Here is the part with the disclaimer and I’m going to paraphrase an eminent therapist – Babette Rothschild – from the disclaimer in her book 8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery… ‘The information discussed on this website is all based on theory, hypothesis and speculation. This is because everything in the field of psychology is theory and speculation. One of my favourite slogans is, “I get paid for my opinion, not to be right”. At the end of the day all I have to offer you are my opinions and those of other professionals that fit with me. Of course, considered, informed, professional opinions are important in evaluating your situation and planning and carrying out your recovery. But do not mistake opinion for facts. You are ultimately the best expert in yourself. Adopt only those opinions that fit with you and your recovery.’

I am not currently in Private Practice so am not offering counselling services but, if you feel that you need some support, I do know of a lot of services and counsellors so feel free to get in touch and ask a question.