I began my counselling journey after going through counselling myself in my 30s and realising that I wanted to spend the rest of my working life offering the kind of support that I had received.

In the process of completing my counselling qualifications, my life changed again when I was diagnosed as autistic in November 2023 and then with ADHD less than a year later. As a parent of autistic children, I had immersed myself in their world before realising how much sense it all made for myself.

As important as this discovery was for my personal life, it also helped shape the counselling I wanted to deliver when I qualified. Being understood is crucial for autistic people, in a world that isn’t made for us. Too often, counselling and therapeutic practice can also not be made for autistic people, which can result in disappointment and feelings of deeper isolation.

In my practice to this point, I had worked with several vulnerable groups, including asylum seekers, homeless people and those dealing with the impact of cancer on their lives. All of these were greatly fulfilling, but delivering neuro-affirmative counselling for autistic people and their loved ones is my passion.

In my practice, I use a person-centred counselling approach, which means I place you at the heart of the process. I believe that you already hold the capacity for growth and change, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly.

By offering empathy, acceptance, and genuine understanding, I aim to help you connect more deeply with yourself, build self-awareness, and discover your own way forward. This collaborative, compassionate approach allows you to move at your own pace and make choices that feel right for you.

But most of all, I will work you as who you are, because you are enough.