How i can help you

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A different kind of conversation

When you confide in family and friends, they may give well-meaning advice that is right for them but not for you. You may sometimes feel judged and talked over.
As your counsellor, I will listen with empathy and without judgement. At the end of each session, you will know that you have been heard and understood.

Tackling specific issues

The safe and confidential space I provide is yours to bring whatever you need to. Perhaps you’re feeling limited by your anxiety, struggling with depression, having relationship issues, or dealing with loss or a life change. Together we will work through what is troubling you, gently, at your pace.

Handling life changes

If you’ve experienced loss of any kind – from bereavement through to job loss – I will help you process what has happened. If you’re stuck in a rut or simply feel life could be better, I will help you to work out what you want and support you to make changes.

Self-awareness

Through the counselling process, you will learn to tune into your feelings and get to know yourself on a deeper level. This can include how past life events have impacted you and may still be affecting you now. With more self-awareness, you will develop a kinder, more positive relationship first with yourself and then with others. You will discover your true self and what is important to you, which I believe is the path to contentment.

Self-help

Counselling can be short-term or long-term, but it isn’t forever. My aim is to empower you to develop your ‘internal counsellor’ so that you can move forward in life with more self-understanding, self-compassion and confidence.

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