Hi - I am an experienced person-centred counsellor. I have worked with a wide range of clients, of all ages - from teenagers to clients in their 70’s.

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I have extensive experience of counselling for loss and bereavement, self-esteem and confidence, anxiety, depression, relationship and other family related issues, stress and work related difficulties.

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As well as dealing with a wide range of issues, I have developed a special interest in working with clients who have experienced ‘loss’.

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This includes bereavement counselling, but also extends to clients who have experienced loss in other ways such as loss of career, relationships or personal identity. I also offer Pet Bereavement counselling.

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Training, Qualifications & Experience

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Besides private practice, my counselling experience includes being a counsellor in a large Further Education College, a local University, a Community Counselling Service and a Family Counselling Centre.

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I am currently employed by a local authority, offering counselling to employees via occupational health.

In addition, I have worked as a counsellor in a hospice setting, counselling patients who have life-limiting illnesses and their families. Initially, I worked at St Ann’s Hospice in Cheshire and now, I am a volunteer with Marie Curie Hospice in Newcastle, who provide emotional support for bereaved families.

 

I have a specialist Diploma in Grief & Bereavement Counselling & am currently studying on a Pet Bereavement Counselling Certificate.

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Counselling Related Qualifications

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• Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

• Diploma in Analytical Hypnotherapy

• Certificate in Counselling Skills

• Diploma in Life Coaching

• Certificate in Neuro-Linguistic Programming

• Certificate in Understanding Dementia

• Diploma in Grief & Bereavement Counselling

• Certificate in Pet Bereavement Counselling, (currently studying)

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Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy