I am a compassionate counsellor with over 10 years experience working in adult and young person’s mental health.

Even though I am not Autistic myself, I am passionate about working with those who are neurodiverse and learning how to support them.

Certificate Level 6 Therapeutic Counselling Supervision

Master of Arts Psychodynamic Studies in Education Setting

Bachelor of Arts Counselling Studies (Person Centred)

Service lead for Mid & North East Essex Mind Connect service

I was diagnosed with Autism when I was aged about 3. I always knew something was different about me while going through school, but could never explain it until I learned about Autism.

Once I found out about Autism I felt a massive sense of clarity. Everything began to make sense and I finally had an answer to a lot of questions.

Getting to know others with Autism was incredibly powerful and made me feel less lonely. So I want to help make sure other people with Autism feel less alone, gain confidence and are empowered by their Autism rather than burdened by it.

Mental Health First Aid

Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work

Level 2 Awareness of Autism

Level 2 Awareness of Mental Health Problems

Level 1 Safeguarding Children

ESAB Safeguarding Adults

Being neurodivergent has given me an insight into how people experience the world in different ways, especially in how they feel and relate to others. This has shaped my interest in a psychotherapeutic approach that is open, containing, and respectful of neurodivergent experience.

I am drawn to work that values difference, creates a sense of safety, and supports the development of self-understanding within the therapeutic relationship.

Master’s Degree in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies

Paediatric First Aid

Level 3 Safeguarding Children and Adults

Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Learning and Development

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