As a Person Centred counsellor I work in an open way, with positive regard for who you are and without judgement or conditions. A relationship of trust and understanding is essential and I offer a safe space that I hope will enable you to explore your thoughts and feelings freely and creatively.The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction not a destination (Rogers, 1967) I qualified as a counsellor in 2005 and volunteered in a young person’s service for four years. I have been counselling adults and young people in private practice for the past 7 years.I chose to train as a therapist because I feel passionately that finding a space to talk and feel heard is central to our health, emotional well-being and quality of life. I am aware of the institutional systems and structures that can impact us in multiple ways and bring this understanding into the counselling process. Alongside my counselling I am qualified in restorative practices and have worked in community and family mediation as well as facilitating circles for people to share stories of their lives in a space of safety and trust.