ABOUT ME
Hello and a warm welcome. Are you feeling lost, unsure and need a welcoming space to talk? Are you struggling with your mental health and need help coping? Are you living with chronic pain and would like to talk to someone with a similar experience who gets it?
I offer a warm, accepting and safe space for you to explore your situation. I will listen to your story, ask direct questions and together we will find a solution. I am inclusive and mindful of LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity.
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I have a passionate interest in chronic pain, health conditions and helping people with chronic conditions manage their feelings and find meaning.
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I understand that committing to therapy takes courage and I offer the first session at half price so we can see if we will be a good fit together.
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Experience
I have over 20 years’ experience in a variety of mental health, social care and wellbeing roles. I have spent a significant period of time in front-line services supporting people with depression, anxiety, stress, bereavement and disability.
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I have experience of living with a chronic pain disorder for 15 years and have a keen interest in working with people who want to explore ways to cope with chronic illness and managing changes in their life circumstances. ​
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I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and work in accordance with their ethical framework and professional conduct.
Qualifications
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CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling – Morley College London
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CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills - Morley College London
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MSc Cognitive Neuroscience (Distinction) – York University
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BSc Hons Psychology 2.1 – University of Leeds
How I CAN HElp
Through counselling I can help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your own unique resources to solve your problems. I support people with a wide range of issues including:
Depression
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Anxiety
Chronic illness
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Relationship issues
Family issues
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Cancer
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Suicidal thoughts
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Trauma and abuse
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Search for meaning
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And others…
Work issues
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Low self esteem
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Stress
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Social anxiety
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LGBTQIA+
NEXT STEPS
Contact me via the form below or my email address to discuss your needs.
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* First session is half price to see if we fit *
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If after the first session you would like to proceed to have counselling with me we will go over the counselling agreement to ensure we both understand the agreement going forward.
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There is no set number of sessions you need to book, we will work on a week by week basis and review progress regularly. When the time is right we will work towards an ending.
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Evening appointments are available.
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In person appointments are held in Leeds City Centre at The Practice Rooms, 45a Park Square East, Leeds, LS1 2NL
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FEES
All sessions are for 50 minutes
First session is half price
In person sessions are £50
Online sessions are £45
Limited reduced fee places for people on low incomes or benefits