Client Experience
I see counselling as a time where we walk the same path, where we each take the role of leader and follower in turn as we work together in therapeutic alliance. Sometimes you will be leading me in understanding how things are for you, your experience, thoughts and feelings and at other times I might be leading, guiding you towards a wider understanding of how your lived experience, thoughts and feelings may be presenting themselves in ways which may not always be helpful to you.
Generally I work face to face in a calm dedicated therapy space but can offer online and outdoor therapy sessions if you would prefer.
I trained with Iron Mill College in Poole to achieve my Advanced Diploma in Intergative Counselling. During this time, I completed placement counselling sessions at Coastland College (Weymouth College) and with Relationships Wessex in Dorchester.
I’ve worked with clients facing a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, food relationship issues, family estrangement, gender and identity exploration, grief and bereavement, attachment issues and childhood trauma. I also support people who are experiencing painful or intrusive suicidal thoughts. I have worked with many clients with an ADHD and/or ASD diagnosis.
I’ve spent time working with men – or people exploring what it means to be a man – especially in a world where ideas about masculinity are shifting. This can include developing emotional awareness, accessing feelings, identifying your values, understanding burnout, navigating work/life balance, exploring the roles you hold in your relationships, or looking at the personas you’ve learned to adopt. We can also work together on pressure, frustration, and anger.
As someone who has migrated to this country, I also bring lived experience to work with clients who are navigating life as immigrants. Together, we can explore themes like loss, grief, identity changes, cultural masking, isolation, and the challenge of building a new sense of belonging and community.
Most often my counselling style generally presents the best outcomes with clients who are 16+years old.
