What might you expect from working with me?

Some people come to therapy with something specific they want to explore or untangle. Others arrive simply with a sense of unease or feeling stuck, unsure of where to begin. However you come, I’ll meet you with warmth, empathy, and care. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on for you, at a pace that feels safe and manageable.

At the heart of my work is a belief in the importance of the therapeutic relationship. When you feel heard, accepted, and not judged, something begins to shift. I offer a space that supports emotional and psychological safety, where you can be met just as you are. I’m mindful of how distressing or traumatic experiences can leave lasting marks on both body and mind, and I aim to be alongside you as we navigate what emerges.

Through our work, you may come to a deeper understanding of yourself, of long-standing patterns, emotional responses, and the impact of your past. With insight and self-awareness can come the possibility of change, healing, and new ways of being in the world.

The First Session

In our first session, we’ll begin with a few practical details—such as your contact information, and a bit about your day-to-day context. We’ll also go over my therapy agreement, so you’re fully informed about key things like confidentiality, cancellations, and how I work. There will be space to talk about what’s brought you to therapy and what you might be hoping for. We can think together about how I might support you, and whether it feels right for us to continue. If you choose not to book further sessions, that’s absolutely okay. What matters most is that you feel comfortable and in control of the process.

Early Stages

As we begin working together, we’ll start to build the relationship that will sit at the core of our work. I aim to offer a space that feels respectful, kind, and consistent, where you can speak freely and feel genuinely heard. These early sessions are an opportunity to get a feel for what therapy might offer you, and to begin to explore your experiences at a pace that feels right.

Ongoing Therapy

As trust builds between us, we may begin to explore your inner world more deeply, making sense of what’s been painful or confusing, and noticing how past experiences might be shaping how you feel or relate today. Therapy can help surface long-held beliefs or coping strategies that may no longer serve you. From this place of awareness, new possibilities often begin to open up: compassion for yourself, a greater sense of agency, and different ways of relating to others.

Therapy can at times feel challenging: difficult feelings may arise, or memories you’ve tucked away may come to the surface. I’ll be alongside you in those moments, offering steadiness and support. You won’t be alone in the process.

Practical Details

I offer a free 20-minute initial phone or online conversation so we can talk about what you're looking for and whether it feels like a good fit. There’s no pressure to make a decision straight away. It’s important you feel comfortable.

Sessions are 50 minutes long and usually take place weekly, although I’m open to exploring a rhythm that works for you. I offer both short and long-term therapy, and we can review our work together at any point to reflect on how things are going and whether your needs have changed.