I am an integrative, humanistic counsellor. My work is essentially underpinned by person-centred values, offering clients a safe, warm and non-judgemental space that encourages exploration and growth. Should I work with you, I will meet you where you are, in your current experience with the belief that you know yourself best. I also believe you possess the innate ability to become the best version of yourself.Before qualifying as a counsellor, I worked for schools, local authorities and charities supporting vulnerable people with challenging life experiences, such as homelessness, addiction and family breakdowns. These roles helped me develop my belief in the power of the individual, and the interpersonal skills to enable me to support people with compassion and empathy. Within my counselling I am particularly interested in how we relate to our bodies and the effect this can have on our well-being. Thoughts and feelings are stored within the body and can manifest as physical sensation. Based on this principle, I would work to encourage a deeper exploration of your world and how you connect with feelings and sensation, making sense of your world through your body in the therapy room.