I work in a person-centred way, which means I begin with you — not with a diagnosis, a technique, or a fixed agenda. I offer a calm, attentive relationship where we go at a pace that feels manageable, respectful, and real.
Many of the people who find their way to me learned early on to adapt — to be good, quiet, capable, or emotionally available — often at the cost of their own needs. Together, we pay attention to how those patterns formed, how they show up now, and what it might be like to relate to yourself differently.
Therapy with me is not about being “fixed” or pushed to change. It’s about being met, understood, and supported in making sense of your inner world.
I offer trauma-informed counselling to adults in Bodmin, as well as online across Cornwall and the UK.
Trauma-informed counselling: what we might explore together
I often work with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, and the long-term effects of relational or developmental trauma.
Our work is shaped by what you bring, but sessions often include:
- noticing long-standing patterns of responsibility for others’ feelings
- exploring anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion
- working with low self-esteem, shame, or an inner sense of “not enough”
- gently approaching the impact of past experiences, including relational or developmental trauma
- making space for feelings that were once unsafe or unwelcome
Some people come with a clear issue they want to focus on; others arrive with a sense that something isn’t quite right, but without words yet. Both are welcome.
Ways of working together
I offer both open-ended, ongoing therapy and short-term, time-limited work, depending on what you’re looking for and what feels appropriate.
- Ongoing therapy can support deeper, longer-term exploration and change over time.
- Time-limited work can be helpful when you want to focus on a specific difficulty, life transition, or decision.
We can talk together about what might suit you best.
Pace, safety, and consent in therapy
I’m mindful that therapy can sometimes feel intense, especially if you’ve had to manage a lot on your own. We pay attention to pace, and you remain in control of what you share and when.
I won’t push you to revisit experiences before you’re ready, and I’ll check in with you about how the work is landing. Your sense of safety, autonomy, and dignity matters.
A note on limits and support
I work with adults who are able to engage in reflective therapeutic work. If at any point your needs move beyond what I can safely offer, I’ll be open with you and support you in finding additional or alternative help.
Sometimes therapy works best alongside other forms of support.
What it can be like to work with me
Clients often describe my approach as calm, grounded, and thoughtful. I bring warmth, curiosity, and honesty into the room, and I take your experiences seriously.
I’m not here to judge, diagnose, or tell you who to be. I’m here to walk alongside you while you make sense of your own experience — and to offer a steady relationship where you don’t have to perform, explain yourself perfectly, or hold everything together.
Who this work is for
This work may be a good fit for you if:
- you’ve learned to prioritise others’ needs and feel responsible for others’ emotions
- you experience anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or a harsh inner critic
- you’re curious about how past relationships or early experiences still affect you now
- you want a therapy space that is calm, relational, and respectful of your pace
- you’re willing to reflect on your inner world, even if you don’t yet have the words
You don’t need to be “good at therapy” or know exactly what’s wrong. Uncertainty is welcome here.
Who this work may not be right for
This way of working may not be the best fit if:
- you’re looking for quick techniques, advice, or solutions without exploration
- you want a highly directive, problem-solving or coaching-style approach
- you’re currently in acute crisis and need urgent or intensive support
- you’re not able to engage in reflective, conversational therapy at this time
If I don’t feel I’m the right person to support you, I’ll be honest and help you think about other options.
Taking the next step
If you’re curious about working together, you’re welcome to get in touch. We can arrange an initial conversation to see whether what I offer feels like the right fit for you.
You don’t need to have everything worked out before you begin.
Taking the next step
Reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, especially if you are used to coping alone or questioning whether your struggles are “serious enough”.
You are welcome to get in touch whether you already know what you would like support with, or whether things simply feel difficult, overwhelming, or hard to make sense of right now.
I offer trauma-informed counselling in Bodmin, Cornwall, as well as online counselling across the UK.
I aim to respond to enquiries within 24 hours on weekdays.
Current availability
Tuesday — 8.00am–5.00pm
Wednesday — 8.00am–5.00pm
Thursday — 8.00am–5.00pm
You do not need to explain everything perfectly in your first message.
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