How I work

Clients describe my therapeutic style as calming and collaborative. I aim to work with you as a team, meeting on equal ground rather than positioning myself as the expert on your life. Together, we will co-create sessions that adapt to your individual needs, ensuring there is always room to make adjustments as we go.

My person-centred approach prioritises building a therapeutic space where you feel empowered to uncover what may be holding you back, identify unhelpful patterns, and replace them with supportive, self-affirming ones.

Person-centred therapy is a humanistic approach to therapy that focuses on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It emphasises empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness from the therapist, fostering a space where clients can gain insight, grow, and find their own solutions to challenges. This approach views individuals as inherently capable of self-healing and personal growth when provided with the right conditions.

I share the foundational belief with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that you are not defined by a diagnosis or label but are a complex individual navigating unique experiences. Together, we will view your thoughts and emotions as valid responses to life’s situations, working to align your actions with the values and goals that matter most to you.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients handle difficult thoughts and emotions in a more flexible way by accepting them rather than trying to push them away. It focuses on building awareness, identifying what truly matters to you, and taking meaningful steps toward a fulfilling life. ACT encourages self-compassion and helps you align your actions with your values, even when life feels challenging.

Depending on your needs, I will integrate principles from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), a well-evidenced and practical approach effective for many challenges.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about understanding how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. It helps you recognize unhelpful patterns and replace them with more supportive ones. By working on practical strategies, CBT can help you manage challenges like anxiety, stress, or negative thinking, giving you tools to feel more in control of your emotions and actions.

With regards to neurodiversity, I am specialised in ADHD and AuDHD. As someone with both lived and professional experience in neurodiversity, I know that being neurodivergent does not need "fixing". Instead, I see it as a blend of unique challenges and strengths that require a tailored approach. Our work will focus on helping you understand yourself and your neurodivergence. Together, we will build coping strategies adapted to your needs that honour who you are and support the life you want to live.

Neuroaffirmative therapy recognizes that neurodivergence—such as ADHD or autism—is a natural part of human diversity. Instead of focusing on changing who you are, this approach helps you understand your unique brain, build on your strengths, and develop strategies that support your well-being. It creates a validating space where your experiences are acknowledged and respected, helping you navigate challenges in a way that works for you.