I aim to offer a safe, caring, confidential space to explore your innermost thoughts and feelings openly and honestly, at your own pace. Together, we will work towards personal growth, helping you regain control of your life, so you can become the best version of yourself and move towards self-acceptance. I am here to listen attentively with empathy, without judgement or discrimination, ensuring you feel heard, validated and respected. Your needs will always be at the heart of our work together.
About me and my practice
I am a fully Qualified Counsellor and Registered Member of the BACP on their Accredited Register. I have been practising for 15 years and have accrued in excess of 4000 client hours to date.
I work with Adults,Older Teenagers,Couples and Families.
I offer short or long term therapy depending on the specific needs of the client.
I have specialised experience in Domestic/Sexual Abuse, Trauma, PTSD, Parenting and ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences.)
I work with a wide variety of issues including mental health disorders,anxiety/depression, stress,emotional dysregulation, work related issues, low self esteem/self confidence,suicidal ideation, self harm,loneliness, panic attacks,post natal depression, women's issues,pregnancy and abortion, anger management, relationship issues,behavioural issues, grief and loss, OCD, phobias disordered eating, bullying, sexuality, attachment disorder, body dysmorphia, weight issues, disabilities, adoption, addictions.
I consider myself to be an integrative Counsellor which allows flexibility to combine different ways of working,tailored to individual needs.This may include exploring past experiences,inner child work, working with different parts of self, CBT to help reframe negative thoughts.
In my practice, I like to offer a variety of therapeutic tools to enhance the counselling experience. These may include simple worksheets and creative therapy to explore difficult feelings, as a way of gaining clarity and promoting emotional healing.
I comply fully with the GPDR (General Data Protection) and hold a current ICO (Information Commissioner's Office Certificate).
I also hold a current Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Certificate which enables me to work with Young Adults and Vulnerable Adults.
I undertake ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) which helps me to improve my knowledge and to maintain the latest theory and practices.
I am fully insured and receive regular ongoing supervision.
Experience
Previous counselling roles have included Counselling for Women's Aid, CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service), Action for Children, and Flying Start in North Wales.
Flying Start spanned 7 years, where I worked as a sole independent practitioner responsible for the establishment and operation of a counselling service to support disadvantaged families. This service provided early intervention and prevention, supporting families in distress, and aiming to tackle deprivation and reduce the need for more specialist intervention from Adult Mental Health Services.
I currently work as an Independent Counsellor contracted to the Police providing therapy both online and in person to police staff at all levels.
I also run a private practice both in person and online via Teams/What's App video, based in Warrington, Cheshire.
Qualifications
Incredible Years Parenting Programme
Diploma in Theory and Practice of Counselling Level 4 (2011)
BACP Certificate of Proficiency 2013
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Level 3 2014
Solution Focused Therapy 2016
Couples and Relationship Counselling 2017
Numerous Training Workshops/Online Events
Additional Information
The decision to attend counselling can be difficult and sometimes overwhelming. It is the quality of the 'therapeutic process' and the power of human connection that is key to empowerment and a positive counselling experience.
I believe passionately in the counselling process and for me the promotion of positive mental health and well-being is at the core of our work together.
I consider my role to be a humbling experience, and a real privilege to be able to play a small part in your unique journey.
I strive at all times to adhere to the BACP 'Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions' which is a commitment to the promotion of the highest professional standards and sound ethical practice.
Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Please check out my website heretolisten.uk for anonymous extracts of my testimonials.
Professional Membership
Registered Member MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Wednesday, 10 June 2026
Initial Consultation
I offer a free, no obligation telephone consultation to establish if this is going to be right for you and whether we feel we can work together.
Fees
Individual Counselling: £50 per hour payable by bank transfer
Relationship Counselling: £60 per hour payable by bank transfer
Concessions are available for students or individuals unemployed/low income (proof required)
When I Work
Main working days are Tuesdays,Wednesdays and Thursdays both daytime and evenings
There is always flexibility with this depending on your individual requirements.
Therapeutic Approach
Humanistic (Non-directive),Integrative, CBT, Trauma-Informed, Creative Arts, Solution Focused
Video Platforms
Microsoft Teams, What's App Video
Additional Languages
English,conversational French
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
Cheshire
