... and I have experienced my fair share of both. But these experiences have inspired me to help others who may be struggling and are in need of a listening ear. I have completed three years' training, including the CPCAB level 2 & 3 qualifications from Stockton Riverside College, and the Foundation Degree in Counselling from Teesside University. I am also a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy), and am firmly committed to working within the BACP ethical guidelines. ​As an integrative counsellor, I have received training in multiple theories, including Person-Centred Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and psychodynamic Therapy. My professional development is also ongoing. As part of my continual professional development, I completed 30 hours of training, gaining a certificate in Trauma informed practice. I am have also spent significant time training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I understand that everyone is different, and I believe that no single approach will be right for everyone. As an integrative counsellor, I can work with you in a way that is suitable for your individual needs and preferences; working from a single approach, or blending the above theories as required, tailoring your therapy to better suit your unique personality. Together, we can work to build your sense of self-worth, find strategies to cope with difficult emotions and pursue the meaning and purpose in your life that you are seeking.​

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