ABOUT
I am a qualified counsellor working with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, alcohol or substance use and coping behaviours that interfere with daily functioning and a sense of control.
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People come to this work when they are managing externally but struggling internally, often under sustained pressure, responsibility or long standing habits that no longer feel effective.
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I work independently in private practice and also provide confidential staff support to organisations.
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
My work is structured, contained and collaborative.
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I am not a silent observer. I am engaged, direct and present in the work. I bring compassion alongside challenge, and aim to support depth without therapy becoming vague or indefinite.
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I place particular emphasis on:
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Understanding behavioural and emotional patterns
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Reducing shame around coping strategies
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Setting boundaries and reclaiming space
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Strengthening self-regulation and choice
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Supporting realistic, lasting change
AREAS OF WORK
I work with adults experiencing difficulties that affect their emotional stability, clarity, or the ability to cope effectively with daily life.
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My work commonly includes:
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Stress and burnout
Ongoing pressure, overload, difficulty switching off, and the impact of long term responsibility
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Anxiety and emotional regulation
Persistent worry, irritability, emotional reactivity, or feeling internally unsettled despite external functioning.
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Alcohol, substance use and coping behaviours
Questioning patterns of use, loss of control, reliance on alcohol or other behaviours to manage stress, sleep, or emotion.
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Pressure, control, and performance related difficulties
High functioning individuals managing expectations, decision fatigue, perfectionism, or fear of letting go.
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Identify shifts and role pressure
Changes related to work roles, relationships, ageing, or loss of direction that disrupt a sense of self or stability.
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Long-standing patterns that feel difficult to interrupt
Repeated behaviours or emotional responses that persist despite insight or effort
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PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
I am a counsellor and a coach with specialist training in trauma, PTSD and addiction recovery. My work is informed by evidence based psychological approaches and experience supporting adults in both private practice and organisational contexts.
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I have previous experience working within women services and sexaul trauma support.
I currently serve as a board director at SAY Women, a Scottish organisation supporting young women affected by homelessness and sexual harm.
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I adhere to professional and ethical standards and engage in ongoing professional development.
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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
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Professional Associate Member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists)
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Associate Member of EMCC UK & Global (European Mentoring and Coaching Council)
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