My Approach to Counselling
Every person who comes to counselling has their own story, personality and way of making sense of the world. That’s why I take an integrative approach, adapting therapy to suit you rather than expecting you to fit a particular model.
Whether you’re looking for a space to talk things through, practical techniques to manage anxiety, or an opportunity to understand long-standing patterns in your life, we’ll work together to find an approach that feels right for you.
🌿 Person-Centred Therapy
Sometimes what we need most is to feel truly heard.
Person-centred counselling provides a safe, accepting space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgement. I won’t tell you how you should feel or what decisions to make. Instead, I’ll help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and discover your own way forward.
🌿 Psychodynamic Therapy
We don’t always realise how much our past influences the present.
Together we may explore how earlier experiences, relationships or life events have shaped the way you think, feel and respond today. Understanding these patterns can often help you make lasting changes.
🌿 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Sometimes it’s helpful to have practical tools as well as someone to talk to.
CBT can help identify unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaviour and develop new ways of responding. It can be particularly useful for anxiety, stress, OCD, low mood and other challenges where thoughts and behaviours can become stuck in unhelpful cycles.
✨ How We’ll Work Together
My aim isn’t to analyse you or give you all the answers. Instead, we’ll work together to understand what’s happening in your life, identify what you need, and find a way forward that feels realistic and meaningful for you.
Some sessions may involve exploring emotions or past experiences. Others may focus on practical strategies you can use between sessions. As therapy develops, we’ll regularly review what’s working and adapt our approach if your needs change.
🌿 A Safe and Supportive Space
There is no expectation that you’ll know exactly what to say or where to begin.
Taking the first step can feel daunting, but you don’t have to have everything figured out before you get in touch. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge or simply feel that something isn’t quite right, counselling offers a space to pause, reflect and move forward at a pace that feels comfortable for you.