Seeking therapy is a courageous step. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, navigating the effects of past trauma, grieving a traumatic loss or trying to understand difficult relationship patterns, you do not have to go through it alone.
I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore your experiences and move towards healing that goes deeper than coping.
Based in Killingworth and Whitley Bay, I offer professional therapy across the North East, including Newcastle, North Tyneside and Northumberland, as well as online throughout the UK.
Specialist counselling tailored to your needs
With over 20 years of experience in the NHS and private sector, I support adults experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed and tailored to your individual needs.
I work with people who may be struggling with:
- Trauma and post-traumatic stress
- Childhood trauma and emotional neglect
- Complex and traumatic bereavement
- Relationship and betrayal trauma
- Emotional, physical and sexual abuse
- Anxiety, stress and emotional overwhelm
- Perfectionism and high personal expectations
- Difficulties regulating emotions
- Challenges in establishing or maintaining relationships
Whether you are seeking support for a specific issue or a deeper understanding of yourself, therapy can help you make meaningful and lasting change.
My Areas of Specialism
I offer specialist counselling services designed to support you through some of life’s most painful and complex experiences. You can explore each area below to find the support that feels most relevant to you.
Support for adults affected by traumatic experiences, complex grief, sudden loss, childhood trauma and life events that continue to affect emotional wellbeing.
Therapy for those healing from betrayal, attachment wounds, emotional harm, trust difficulties or painful patterns in relationships.
Therapy for those healing from betrayal, attachment wounds, emotional harm, trust difficulties or painful patterns in relationships.
Sensitive, trauma-informed support for adults affected by emotional, physical, sexual or psychological abuse.
Support for organisations, teams and professionals who want to better understand and respond to stress, emotional wellbeing and the impact of trauma in the workplace.
A confidential therapeutic space for therapists, counsellors and helping professionals who are seeking support for their own emotional wellbeing.
Who I work with
I support adults from all walks of life, including those who are:
- High-achieving professionals managing the effects of trauma
- Coping with complex life experiences while continuing to function
- Seeking healing from past or recent events
- Feeling overwhelmed beneath the surface
- Ready to invest in their personal growth and recovery
Many of my clients appear to be coping on the outside but feel very different internally. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect and heal.
How therapy can help
Therapy provides an opportunity to explore your experiences in a supportive and confidential environment. Through our work together, you can begin to understand the impact of what has happened, process difficult emotions in a contained and safe space, allowing you to feel more in control and strive for choice within a meaningful life.
Counselling can help you improve relationships and communication, build resilience and self-awareness, recognise patterns that no longer serve you, and move forward with greater understanding and purpose.
Every therapeutic journey is unique. I will work collaboratively with you to ensure your needs and goals remain at the heart of our sessions.
Flexible counselling options
I offer therapy in a way that suits your preferences and lifestyle:
In-person counselling in Killingworth — The White Swan Centre
In-person counselling in Whitley Bay — The Lantern Rooms
Online counselling across the UK
This flexibility ensures you can access support wherever you feel most comfortable.
White Swan Centre- Killingworth, NE12 6SS
The Lantern Rooms, 5 Marden Road, Whitley Bay, Newcastle, NE25 2JL
Take the First Step
Reaching out for support can feel daunting, but you do not have to face your challenges alone. If you are ready to begin your journey towards deeper healing, I am here to support you.