How I Work
At the heart of my work is a person-centred approach. I believe it’s important that you feel heard, respected and accepted as you are, with the freedom to explore what's going on at your own pace. There’s no single right way to do counselling - what feels helpful will be different for everyone. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and adapt our work to what feels right for you.
These are some of the main approaches I use:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT looks at the relationship between your thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and how these can sometimes keep you stuck in patterns that are difficult to change.
It can help you recognise these patterns, develop different ways of thinking and responding and make changes that support you in everyday life.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
ACT explores what matters to you and how you can move towards a meaningful life, even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present.
It can help you understand what’s important to you, make space for difficult experiences and take steps towards the life you want to live.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS explores the different parts of ourselves that can show up in different situations - perhaps a part that is critical, anxious, protective or wants to keep everything under control.
It can help you understand where these different parts come from and what they are trying to do for you.
Attachment-Based Approach
Attachment-based work explores how our early experiences of closeness, care and relationships can shape the way we see ourselves and relate to others.
It can help you recognise patterns in your relationships and understand how past experiences may be influencing the way you respond in the present.
Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy explores the stories you hold about yourself and your life, including the ways past experiences and other people's expectations may have shaped them.
It can help you look at these stories from a different perspective, recognise your strengths and consider what you might want for your future.
Mind-Body / Somatic Approaches
Mind-body approaches recognise the connection between our emotional experiences and what happens in our bodies.
They can help you become more aware of physical sensations and learn practical ways to feel more grounded when your body feels overwhelmed.