Many people come to therapy simply knowing that something doesn't feel right, or that they'd like things to be different.

If that sounds familiar, that’s enough.

Seeking support isn't self-indulgent, and it isn't a sign that things have to be at breaking point first. Our sessions are simply a space to help you understand what's going on and begin to move forward, whatever that looks like for you.

Finding the right therapist matters, and if you're not sure I'm the right fit, that's worth exploring too. A first conversation costs nothing but a little courage. We can take it from there.

Honestly, the most important thing in therapy is the relationship. Research consistently shows it matters more than any particular method or approach.

This website and our introductory call are both good places to start getting a sense of that, particularly the About page.

And if, at any point during our work, it doesn't feel right, I'll always try to help you find someone who might be a better fit. Finding the right person matters more to me than filling a space.

An integrative or pluralistic therapist draws on multiple therapeutic models rather than one fixed method.

I combine person-centred, CBT, psychodynamic, Gestalt, and other approaches depending on what each client actually needs, rather than applying the same framework to everyone.

There’s no set answer; it depends entirely on what you're bringing and what you want from the work.

Some people find six to twelve sessions around something specific is enough. Others find that longer-term, open-ended therapy gives them the space they need to explore things more deeply.

We’ll check in regularly with how you’re finding things, and you’re never locked into a fixed number of sessions.

Sessions are 60 minutes, online, and cost £55.

Some sessions feel focused - you arrive knowing what you want to work on and we dig into it. Others are slower, more exploratory, or surface things you weren't expecting.

There’s no single ‘right’ way to do therapy. What matters is that you feel supported, seen, and able to work through things at your own pace.

I’ll keep an eye on the time, and help bring the session to a natural, comfortable ending when the hour is over.

That’s more common than you’d think, and it’s absolutely fine. Some people are worried they won’t be able to fill an hour - trust me, that’s rarely an issue!

You don’t need an agenda. We can start with whatever’s on your mind, or simply with how you’re feeling right now. That’s usually enough to find a thread worth following.

Yes. I have specific training in trauma-informed practice, having trained within New Pathways, a specialist sexual violence support service.

I have worked with clients processing abuse, rape, violence perpetrated by family members, and other traumatic experiences.

Unlike medicine or psychology, the title ‘therapist’, ‘psychotherapist’ or ‘counsellor’ isn't legally protected in the UK, which means anyone can technically use it. This makes it really important to check a therapist’s credentials before working with them.

I'm a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). BACP membership isn't automatic - it requires formal training, ongoing professional development, regular supervision, and working within a detailed ethical framework. You can verify my membership directly on the BACP’s online directory.

As a rule of thumb, look for a therapist or counsellor who holds a recognised professional membership (BACP, NCPS, UKCP, etc.), carries professional indemnity insurance, works with a clinical supervisor, and is willing to answer questions about their training and approach. Any reputable therapist will welcome that kind of scrutiny.

Research shows that online therapy is equally effective for most people.

Some people find it easier to open up from their own space. You can have therapy in your bed, on the sofa, or curled up with a pet! There’s no costly commute, no traffic, no parking worries, and you can fit in sessions around your other responsibilities.

The most important factor is always the relationship between therapist and client - and that builds just as well online.