About Me
“The past is prologue”
From William Shakespeare’s play The Tempest, Act II
This serves as a reminder that while our past shapes us, it doesn’t define our future — it’s only the beginning of the story. This idea has always resonated with me, and it’s become an important part of how I understand and support others.
Something was missing in my life, I longed for a sense of fulfilment
After initially training as an actor, I took a step back to focus on raising my family, eventually spending many years working in the assurance sector as a life underwriter, followed by a transition into school administration as a PA to Headteachers. While these roles provided valuable experience, I always felt something was missing – a sense of fulfilment and the opportunity to fully meet my own needs for life satisfaction.
A major life event led me to seek counselling for the first time, and after completing my own therapy, I had a profound realization. I returned to college as a mature student, balancing full-time work, family, and studies. From the moment I entered the classroom, I knew I had found what had been missing – my true passion for helping others.
Today, I am committed to supporting individuals who are facing life challenges, anxiety, low self-esteem, and self-doubt. My goal is to help them explore the root causes of their difficulties and find their own way forward with renewed confidence and a positive outlook.
Having experience within the performing arts industry has also given me a unique insight into the insecurities and self-doubt that can affect creative individuals. I take great pleasure in helping clients not only identify and overcome these struggles but also discover a deeper understanding of their true selves, fostering personal freedom and emotional growth.
If you’re seeking a compassionate and insightful counsellor who understands the complexities of human emotions and the journey to self-acceptance, I’m here to help you take that next step forward.
I am a fully qualified and insured counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Dragonfly Counselling
Dragonflies hold a real significance for me as they symbolise change, self-realisation, self-awareness and our innate ability to embrace our self-power and reach our full potential. This ties in beautifully with Carl Rogers theory that we all strive towards self-actualisation (Rogers, 1951), to be the best we can be and reach our full potential.
Rogers, C. R. (1951).Client-centered therapy; its current practice, implications, and theory.
Art as Therapy
This beautiful piece of art was designed by my good friend and fellow counsellor, Laura Hammond.
