The honest answer is... you don’t yet. And I don’t either. Building trust takes time, and it’s completely natural to feel unsure when you’re meeting someone new and sharing personal things about yourself.The initial consultation is a chance for us to meet and get a feel for whether we might work well together. You might leave thinking, “She gets it,” or "That's exactly the kind of support I'm looking for.". That sense of feeling understood can be a sign that we’re a good fit.I work best with people who want to understand themselves more deeply... exploring why they feel the way they do and making sense of the patterns that may be keeping them stuck, rather than focusing only on quick fixes and coping techniques.If you’re looking for someone who will sit with you in the difficult moments, gently challenge you, offer compassion, and celebrate those little “fist pump” moments when things start to shift, then I could well be the person for you.

There's no right or wrong way to do therapy. Some people arrive ready to dive straight in, while others need a chat about coffee shops or the weather first. Both are completely okay.I'll ask questions, help you make sense of your experiences and gently guide our conversations, always at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

That's okay. Therapy is a space where you can bring whatever is there, including feelings that may feel difficult to talk about. You can cry. You can express anger. You can share your fears, worries and concerns, and also share the things that bring you joy. I'm here for all of it (and I’ve been there in my own therapy too).And if expressing your emotions doesn't come easily, that's okay too. We'll take things at a pace that feels manageable for you and work with whatever comes up together.

In-person sessionsIn-person sessions take place in a peaceful garden room at my home in Bramhall, Stockport. The therapy room is separate from the house and accessed via a side gate, offering a private and comfortable space for our sessions.I'm around half a mile from Bramhall village centre, within easy reach of Hazel Grove, Woodford, Cheadle Hulme and Handforth. Free street parking is available nearby.Please note there isn't access to a toilet during appointments, except in an emergency.Online sessionsI also offer online sessions via Microsoft Teams. Whether we're meeting online or in person, creating a safe and confidential space is really important for both of us. I'll always make sure I'm somewhere private, and I'll ask you to do the same by finding a quiet space where you won't be interrupted during our session.Additional needsIf you have any accessibility or additional needs, please let me know before your first appointment so we can discuss how to make therapy work best for you.​

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, so I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or Microsoft Teams. It's a chance for us to meet, for you to tell me a little about what's bringing you to therapy, and for you to ask any questions. I'll explain how I work, what you can expect from my approach, and together we'll get a sense of whether we're the right fit.If that's a yes, we can arrange your first session. If you'd rather take some time to think about it, that's absolutely fine. And If I'm not the person for you, there's no pressure and no obligation to continue.Initially, I suggest that we work together for four sessions before taking some time to review how things are going. This gives us both the opportunity to reflect on our work together and whether continuing would be beneficial.

When we decide to work together, I'll send you everything you need before your first session, including how to find me if we're meeting in person or how to join online. I'll also send you a Therapy Agreement, which explains how I work and covers important information such as confidentiality, supervision, record keeping, payment, cancellations and my social media use. We'll go through the agreement together at the start of our first session, so you'll have the opportunity to ask any questions before we begin.From there, we'll start getting to know you. We'll explore what's been bringing you to therapy, as well as the experiences, relationships and parts of your life that have shaped who you are today. There's no rush to cover everything at once... we'll work at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

The initial 20-minute consultation is free of charge.​All following sessions cost £75 and last for 50 minutes.​Sessions organised through EAP or employers cost £80 per session.​Payment is required via bank transfer, in advance of the session.

Session length & frequencyEach session lasts for 50 minutes.The type of therapy I offer works best when we meet on a regular basis, usually weekly or fortnightly, with limited absences throughout our work together. This gives us the consistency and space to focus on what has brought you to therapy and make the most of our time together. I'm happy to discuss your preferences during our initial consultation and agree a way of working that feels right for both of us.Number of sessionsThere is no set number of sessions, and we will work together for as long as feels helpful for you. Throughout our time together, I'll regularly check in with you to make sure therapy continues to feel useful and that we are focusing on what you need.You are free to end therapy at any time, but I ask for one week's notice where possible. This gives us the opportunity to bring our work together to a close, reflect on what you've taken from therapy and think about any next steps.

Availability​​I currently offer the following days and times:Tuesday: 12pm - 7pmWednesday: 12pm - 7pmGet in touchIf you would like to ask a question or arrange a consultation, please get in touch via the enquiry form, by text or email.

Yes. My Privacy Policy is available on this website and explains how I collect, use, store and protect your personal information in line with UK GDPR. You'll find a link to it at the bottom of every page.I know it's not the most exciting read, but it's important that you know how your information is looked after from our very first conversation.

PaymentI use a pay-to-reserve system. Once we've agreed an appointment time, that time is set aside especially for you.Payment for your first therapy session is made after our initial consultation to confirm your booking. After that, payment is made one session in advance, so your next appointment is always reserved for you. This helps me manage my practice and set aside dedicated time for each of my clients.CancellationI understand that sometimes life gets in the way and plans need to change. However, when I reserve an appointment for you, it's usually not possible for me to offer that appointment to another client at short notice. For this reason, I ask for 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel or rearrange a session.Cancellations with less than 48 hours' notice are charged at the full session fee. This applies to illness, work commitments and other unforeseen circumstances.If I ever need to cancel a session, there will be no charge and I'll always do my best to rearrange it at a time that works for you.If you're away for more than two sessions, you're welcome to pay for any further missed sessions to keep your regular appointment time. Otherwise, I'll offer that time to another client. You're always welcome to return to therapy at any time; however, I can't guarantee that the same appointment time will still be available.

For parents with very young babies, I understand how hard it can be to find childcare. In most cases, babies are welcome to attend sessions with you up until around 12 weeks. That said, it's worth considering whether having your baby with you might make it harder to focus, tune in to your emotions, or connect fully in the space. We can talk through what might work best for you at your consultation.