Counselling and Psychotherapy for Lasting Change
I’m a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with many years of experience helping people deal with, and overcome, mental health difficulties and behaviours that leave them feeling stuck, confused or unhappy. This includes behaviours and substance addiction. I’ve been working in private practice for over a decade.
Membership to several counselling and psychotherapy professional bodies, reflects my level of training, experience, and commitment to safe, ethical practice.
I keep things straightforward and down to earth. My approach is to help you understand what’s going on beneath the behaviour, rather than trying to fix it at the surface. What you’re doing isn’t always the problem, it’s often a solution that made sense at the time and helped in some way.
When we understand why we do what we do, we can start creating real, lasting change that works for you.
If you’re reading this, something probably isn’t working the way you want it to. You might feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to change it.
Whether you're dealing with addiction, pornography use, relationship difficulties, or anxiety, therapy gives you the opportunity to make sense of what’s happening and start moving forward.
I help you make sense of the patterns behind your thoughts and behaviours, so you can start making changes that work for you.
Get in touch for a free initial consultation to make the change you want.
Choose what feels closest to your situation
Therapy for Addiction, Mental Health & Behavioural Change
You don’t have to face things alone. Counselling and psychotherapy offer the chance to talk openly about what’s causing difficulties, build resilience, and begin making meaningful changes. Wherever you are right now, change is possible.
Clients often say they feel more relaxed and at ease after starting therapy, and relieved to finally speak freely. My aim is to help you notice what’s been happening, identify things clearly, feel more confident and in control, and reconnect with yourself after difficult life experiences.
I work with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, addiction, alcohol use, compulsive sexual behaviour, pornography use, and relationship difficulties such as infidelity or separation. I also have experience supporting members of the emergency services, including Ambulance, Police, and Fire & Rescue.
I work in a straightforward, honest way. You can talk openly without feeling judged or analysed. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches and tailor the work to suit you. We work collaboratively to find a way to progress that feels right for you.
Have a straightforward conversation about what’s going on and what support might look like for you.
Get in touch for a free initial consultation to make the change you want.
How Does Counselling Work
Counselling gives you the chance to talk openly about what’s causing difficulties, establish what’s really going on, and start taking steps to change it.
From my own life experience, I know that things don’t always go to plan. That helps me recognise how difficult things can feel, but also that with the right approach and support, change is possible.
You don’t have to stay stuck.
I provide a confidential, honest, and non-judgemental place for you to speak freely, feel understood, and start taking back control.
Get in touch to arrange a free initial consultation.
Common Questions About Counselling
People often come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what to do next. These are some of the questions that come up most:
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Can counselling help with anger problems? Yes. Counselling can help you understand what’s driving your anger and find better ways of responding.
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How can therapy help with relationship issues? Therapy helps you understand patterns, improve communication, and work through conflict or trust issues.
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Does sex addiction therapy work? Therapy can help you understand and change compulsive sexual behaviours that feel out of control.
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Is my pornography use becoming a problem? It might be if it feels out of control, causes stress, or affects your relationships. Therapy can help you understand and change the pattern.
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Can counselling help with addiction? Yes. Therapy helps you understand what’s behind the behaviour and start making changes that last.
If you recognise yourself in any of these, you don’t have to figure it out on your own. Get in touch to arrange a free consultation and start making changes.
How to Find the Right Counsellor to Support You
In the UK, the titles counsellor and psychotherapist are not legally protected. This means it’s important to look at a therapist’s qualifications, training, and professional memberships before deciding who to work with. One way to do this is by choosing a therapist who is registered with a professional body listed on the UK Government’s Professional Standards Authority Register. This shows they have met recognised standards of training, experience, and ongoing professional development, giving you more confidence in the work you’re doing together. Choosing the right therapist matters. Taking a few minutes to check qualifications and memberships can make a real difference to the support you receive. I am a member of the following professional bodies, reflecting my level of training, experience, and commitment to safe, ethical practice: NCPS - National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society - Accredited Professional (NCS24-02594) ATSAC - Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (00413) AP - Advanced Practitioner Member - Addiction Professionals (007276) BACP – British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (206220) StopSO - Approved Affiliate Therapist
Debate about Sex & Porn Addiction
There is ongoing discussion within the therapy field about whether sex and pornography can be described as “addictions” in the same way as substances such as alcohol or drugs. These perspectives are taken seriously. At the same time, many people use terms like “sex addiction” or “porn addiction” because they reflect how overwhelming and out of control their behaviour feels. In this work, those terms are used as a starting point for understanding, not as a diagnosis. Therapy focuses on your individual experience, helping you make sense of the behaviour and work towards change in a way that fits you, while remaining respectful of GSRD.