Many clients come to me after trying other therapies that didn’t work for them. Often, this is because the approach didn’t fit who they are. As a result, at Supportive Counselling, I create a space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported in a way that feels right for them.

My areas of specialism include neurodivergence, trauma, and sleep‑related difficulties, including nightmares and night terrors. Importantly, I work in a way that adapts to the individual, supporting clients at their own pace.

Counselling for Children and Adults

In practice, I support children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties. At the heart of my work, there is warmth, curiosity and collaboration, adapting to each client rather than expecting them to adapt to therapy.

Whether working with a child, a neurodivergent adult, or someone navigating trauma or sleep difficulties, my aim is to offer therapy that feels safe, validating and meaningful.

Specialisms – Neurodivergence, Trauma and Sleep

For over 20 years, I have specialised in neurodivergence, supported by lived experience as a mum to neurodivergent children. In particular, I work with neurodivergent children and adults in a neuro‑affirming and flexible way, including those exploring a diagnosis or self‑understanding.

Alongside this, I also specialise in trauma, particularly its long‑term effects and how it is held within the body. As a result, my trauma‑informed work supports clients to explore experiences gently, without re‑traumatisation, at a pace that feels manageable.

In addition, I work with sleep‑related difficulties, including sleep disruption linked to anxiety, trauma and neurodivergence, as well as nightmares and night terrors. Ultimately, sleep difficulties can significantly impact emotional well‑being for both children and adults.

Professional Background and Experience

Before focusing solely on private practice, I managed a charity counselling project, mentored trainee counsellors, and worked with complex presentations across the NHS and charity sector. Additionally, I spent several years as a Samaritan, including working within the prison service and supporting individuals experiencing suicidal distress.

These experiences, in turn, continue to shape my work, particularly my ability to sit alongside people in distress with compassion and without an agenda.

My Therapeutic Approach

My approach is integrative but predominantly humanistic and person‑centred. Rather than following a prescribed structure, sessions are organic and responsive, shaped around the client. Throughout my work, I collaborate openly, offering compassion, honesty and validation in a calm, non‑judgmental space.