Meet the Counsellor

My work in Occupational Health and also in a local family support centre has given me experience of working with a range of issues, including workplace stress and domestic abuse. I also work in learning disabilities.

I began helping others when young, as my father had suffered a serious stroke and I tried to support him with his speech therapy.

During my early adult life, I lost a few friends to suicide and accidental death. I had tried to help and didn't have the skills at the time.

Eventually, I began working with other people, and I noticed they often talked openly to me. I realised I was a good listener and that counselling would give me the skills I had lacked earlier to help others.

It seemed a 'no-brainer' to train as a counsellor so here I am doing what I always wanted to do.

Certain personal qualities are helpful in this work. People say that I am quiet, calm, and make them feel safe, but I am also strong in that I have the courage needed to stay with you when you face even the greatest challenges.

I see difficulties as the start of a learning experience, and rather than judge you, I respect you for your struggle to make things right in your life.

"To reach something good, it is useful to have gone astray."

Saint Teresa of Avila
(16th Century Christian Mystic)

I really love doing this work but understand fear of stigma can make coming to counselling seem rather daunting. I will do my best to make you feel at ease so that your counselling is as effective as possible.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Counselling Studies
  2014, CPCAB
• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  2016, CPCAB
• Diploma in Online Counselling (Credit)
  2017, OCST

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