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Individual Counselling
Helping you navigate life's challenges
​Life can be challenging, and at times, you might need extra support. Individual therapy provides a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, stress, self-doubt, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to help you navigate these challenges.
I take a compassionate, client-centred approach, tailoring therapy to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll work to help you gain insight, develop practical coping strategies, and create meaningful changes in your life. My approach draws on a range of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Interpersonal Therapy (ITP), psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Each method offers unique benefits - whether it's identifying unhelpful thought patterns, improving emotional regulation, fostering self-awareness, or building resilience.
What You Can Expect in Therapy
Each session is a space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. Therapy is a collaborative process - we work together to understand your experiences, set goals, and develop strategies that align with your needs. Some sessions may involve exploring past experiences to uncover patterns, while others may focus on building new coping skills or navigating current challenges. No two sessions are exactly the same, but you can always expect warmth, support, and a focus on meaningful progress at your own pace.
During our sessions, I take the time to understand your current situation, past experiences, and how they interconnect - helping you piece together your story in a way that makes sense. My goal is to create a welcoming, understanding space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered to make meaningful change.
Concerns I Can Help You With
Feeling overwhelmed by work or family responsibilities
Coping with anger, frustration, or lingering resentment
Struggling with perfectionism and self-criticism
Feeling exhausted, burnt out, and emotionally drained
Difficulty with motivation, focus, or procrastination
Low confidence and self-doubt
Feeling stuck and unsure of the next step
Managing anxiety, fears, and constant worrying
Seeking healthier relationships and stronger communication
Trouble sleeping or feeling constantly drained
Past experiences and difficult emotions resurfacing
Navigating grief, loss, or sudden life changes
Processing past trauma or childhood experiences
Juggling parenting, relationships, and caregiving
Fear of judgment or struggling to feel accepted
Why is Individual Counselling Important?
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Personalised Support: Therapy gives you a chance to talk about what’s on your mind with someone who listens attentively, free from judgment. Your therapist works with you to understand your unique situation, helping you feel heard and understood in ways that can be difficult to experience elsewhere.
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Gain Insight: Sometimes, the challenges we face in life can feel unclear or overwhelming. Individual therapy helps you better understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, allowing you to identify patterns that may be holding you back. This self-awareness is the first step towards making meaningful changes.
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Develop Coping Strategies: Life often throws unexpected hurdles our way. Through therapy, you'll learn practical, evidence-based coping strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and navigate difficult emotions. These tools empower you to face life's challenges with greater confidence.
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Improve Mental Health: Regular therapy sessions can help reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns, providing ongoing support to manage and improve your mental health. Therapy offers a safe space to work through these concerns and address the root causes.
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Foster Personal Growth: Beyond resolving specific struggles, therapy can also be a valuable tool for personal growth. Whether you’re looking to improve self-esteem, work through past trauma, or simply become a more balanced version of yourself, individual therapy offers the space and guidance to help you grow as a person.
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Confidentiality & Trust: A core element of therapy is the confidential relationship between you and your therapist. This trust creates a space where you can explore deep, sometimes difficult feelings, knowing your therapist will support you with respect and care.​​​
Therapeutic Approaches
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helps identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours that contribute to emotional distress.
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal relationships.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Encourages psychological flexibility by helping individuals accept difficult emotions and commit to meaningful actions.
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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): Strengthens emotional bonds and enhances relationship security by addressing attachment needs.
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Psychodynamic Therapy (PDT): Explores unconscious patterns and past experiences to gain deeper self-awareness and emotional healing.
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Interpersonal Therapy (IPT): Focuses on improving relationships and addressing interpersonal difficulties to enhance emotional well-being.
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Schema Therapy (ST): Helps identify and change deep-seated negative beliefs and patterns developed early in life.
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Narrative Therapy (NT): Encourages individuals to reshape the way they see their life stories and build a more empowering self-narrative.
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Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Concentrates on strengths and solutions rather than problems, promoting practical steps towards positive change.
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Motivational Interviewing (MI): Supports individuals in resolving ambivalence and building motivation for meaningful behavioural change.​​​​