About Me
Many of the messages I received in my life seemed to add up to one thing – I would never amount to anything. This made me believe that I had to act a certain way to be loved. Be a certain type of person to fit in. Support this team, join this club. Live my life in a way that made others like me more. I spent most of my life feeling as if I was not good enough. This resulted in me feeling isolated. The worst part was that I didn’t feel I could tell anyone, as I didn’t trust anyone enough to not judge me or criticise me.
Once I worked out what was really going on for me, once I got the help I needed, I realised that talking about feelings honestly was not a weakness, not something to be ashamed of. This led me into wanting to help other people who were struggling, to let others experience the change that talking can bring.
I’ve told you a little bit about me, maybe I can help you.
Experience and Professional Body
I have completed over 400 client hours, which has involved working with adults from various backgrounds with wide-ranging emotional problems, including stress, depression, bereavement, loss, anxiety, worthlessness, anger, family / marital problems, trouble sleeping, feeling overwhelmed and more.
I have volunteered with both a cancer support charity, and a social housing organisation, providing mental health support for those deemed to be in need.
I am an Accredited Member of the National Counselling Society, meaning I am on a register that has been accredited by the Professional Standards Authority. This means that I will always strive to work in a way that will benefit you, and to ensure that no harm comes to you.
Qualifications
Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
