Counselling Psychotherapy
Hove & Online

Although being human means experiencing anxiety, there are times when the level of this is too much and help is needed. Anxiety can manifest itself in many ways - addiction, fatigue, restlessness, irritability, nervousness and many other physical and emotional manifestations that can appear linked or seemingly unrelated.

Similar to anxiety depression can manifest in a number of ways from being easy to anger, sleeplessness. sadness followed by numbness and a variety of other elements. Sometimes it can take a while to come to the point of understanding you may be experiencing depression and it's a big step to seek help for it, yet one that is worthwhile. 

The heartbreak stemming from experiences like miscarriage or unsuccessful attempts at IVF often leads to profound feelings of grief, loneliness, isolation, and questions around identity. In these challenging moments, therapy offers a safe haven, allowing individuals to process their emotions without judgment or pressure to seek silver linings. Instead, it aids in navigating the pain, facilitating a path forward while honouring the grief that remains.

Childless not by choice - a term that encompasses a poignant reality for many, where the envisioned family hasn't materialised due to societal hurdles such as economic constraints or not finding a suitable partner - often leads to loneliness, unprocessed grief, and the weight of isolation and social stigma, significantly impacting various facets of life.

Living loss is a term coined by the Psychotherapist Julia Samuel and encapsulates so much of what causes us pain as humans yet isn't always talked about or given credence to in society. Beyond the profound pain of losing a loved one, there are other forms of grief—such as change, the end of a relationship, estrangement due to addiction, job loss, or realising that the life you envisioned hasn’t materialised. These types of grief often aren’t acknowledged or taken as seriously, either by those around you or even by yourself, despite how deeply they’re felt.

Sometimes life just builds up. Maybe it’s a sense of overwhelm, or a quiet feeling that something isn’t right — even if you can’t put your finger on it. Counselling can offer a space to pause, breathe, and work out what’s going on beneath the surface.

For some, this might be about processing trauma or early life experiences. For others, it’s about getting through a period that simply feels too intense, too uncertain, or just… off.

I work with people navigating all kinds of transitions — moving from your 20s to your 30s, adjusting to midlife, feeling lost in retirement, or dealing with the invisible weight of ageing. These shifts can bring anxiety, low mood, loneliness, or a sense of being disconnected from who you thought you were supposed to be.

Part of my approach includes somatic work — tuning into how emotions show up in the body, not just in the mind. Sometimes our bodies know things before we do. By listening to that physical wisdom, we can uncover what needs attention, and start to move through it with more clarity and care.

I also have experience working with individuals who have been diagnosed with ADHD in adulthood. For many, this diagnosis brings a mix of unexpected emotions and challenges as they begin to understand how their unique neurological experiences have shaped their lives. Together, we can explore how ADHD has impacted your sense of self, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.

My aim is to help you make sense of these feelings and to navigate the complexities that come with this newfound awareness. Whether it's understanding how ADHD has influenced your past or learning new strategies for managing life moving forward, we will work at your pace, focusing on what feels most important to you. Therapy can be a space to gain clarity, develop self-compassion, and create practical tools for living more fully with ADHD.

I work with adults who have experienced abuse such as domestic violence or sexual assault, whether in childhood or adulthood. I understand the profound impact this can have on your relationships—with others and with yourself. My approach is to create a safe, supportive space where we can work together at your pace. There is no pressure to revisit traumatic events unless you're feeling the need to. Instead, our focus is on helping you process your experiences in a way that empowers you to reclaim your life.

Trauma can keep us feeling stuck, but therapy offers a path to move forward. While we can't erase these events from your life, we can work together to release their hold on you.

Relationships shape so much of our lives — they can bring love, connection, and support. But they can also be confusing, frustrating, or painful. When things feel stuck or strained, it’s not always easy to know what to do next.

That’s where counselling can help.

Working together, we’ll look at what’s going on beneath the surface — the patterns, triggers, and dynamics that keep repeating. We’ll explore how you connect with others, how you express what you need (or don’t), and how past experiences might be showing up in the present.

This isn’t about blame. It’s about understanding yourself more deeply, and finding new ways to relate — with more honesty, clarity, and care.