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My Approach & Story
My career has been varied and taken me down many paths - from working at the BBC and independent TV production companies to running a B&B and yurt business from home while bringing up my son. Each chapter has brought its own richness and perspective.
In 2017, my life took an unexpected turn following a challenging health diagnosis. In 2018, I trained as a yoga teacher, and around that same time, I discovered Transactional Analysis (TA). What began as a journey for personal development soon became something much more. I found TA so transformative that I continued my training and went on to qualify as a counsellor.
Along the way, I volunteered at the Cancer Wellbeing Centre at Colchester Hospital, facilitating support groups for women with breast cancer - an experience that deepened my understanding of resilience, connection, and recovery.
Today, my training and lived experience allow me to support others in navigating life’s challenges, helping clients not just to cope with life, but to understand themselves more clearly and feel more able to make choices that work for them.
I have a deep interest in and curiosity about people.
I am trained in Transactional Analysis and I apply this to my work. Transactional Analysis Counselling focuses on the Adult Ego State, and I encourage clients to find and strengthen their Adult; their 'here and now' reality, and to address what is causing problems for them. Through this process, I work closely and curiously to understand what is impacting my clients in the present, which may have roots in the past or there may be concerns about the future.
My style of working is informal, warm and down to earth. If you work with me, I will meet you where you are, so that we can build a good therapeutic relationship, which will provide the right amount of support and challenge to help you move forwards.
I am committed to a neuro-affirming approach that respects and embraces neurodiversity in all its forms. I create a safe, inclusive space where clients - whether neurotypical or neurodivergent - can explore their experiences without fear of judgement or pressure to conform to societal norms.
If you are interested, you can learn more about TA by clicking here.
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Professional Qualifications
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TA 101 - Introduction to Transactional Analysis from TA Works, Oxford.
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Foundation in Transactional Analysis from TA Works, Oxford.
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Advanced TA training in Counselling (Diploma) from TA Works, Oxford.
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Certificate in working therapeutically outdoors from The Centre of Natural Reflection, Derbyshire.
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Introduction to working with Boarding School Syndrome, with Nick Duffel (Author or The Making of Them).
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Advanced training certificate in working with Couples from the Berne Institute. Including neurotypical and neurodivergent couples.
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Best Practice when supporting Autistic clients from Aspire Autism Consultancy.
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Working with Neurodivergent Couples in Therapy, Aspire Autism Consultancy.
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ADHD in the Therapy Room from Aspire Autism Consultancy.
I am an Associate Counsellor with Aspire Autism Consultancy, a UK wide specialist organisation for neurodivergent individuals and couples.
I regularly undertake further training and continued professional development.
In the autumn of 2026 I will be training with Dr James Kustow at The Grove Practice for an additional certificate in adult ADHD.
Working ethically, I have monthly supervision and I am a member of the ITAA (International Transactional Analysis Association), adhering to their code of ethics www.itaaworld.com.
I am a member of ACCPH (Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists).
I am a registered Counsellor with Psychology Today
I hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate and I am fully insured.
