What you might be coming to therapy for
People often come to therapy when they feel stuck, worn down, or like they have been holding it together for too long. You might be living with constant worry, panic, or a busy mind that will not switch off. You might feel low, numb, irritable, or disconnected from yourself. You might be carrying a heavy sense that something is wrong with you. You might not like what you see in the mirror, or feel like you are not enough. You may have grown up being made to feel small, criticised, or like your needs did not matter. Over time, that can leave you feeling hopeless, guilty, or as though you have to keep proving your worth.
For some men, this can come with an extra layer of pressure. You may have been taught to stay quiet, push on, and deal with it alone. You might feel like you have to be strong for everyone else, even when you are struggling inside. Anger, stress, shutdown, or addictive coping can be the only safe outlet you have ever had. Therapy can be a place where you can take the mask off, speak honestly, and be met with respect rather than judgement.
You may also be dealing with the impact of trauma or complex post traumatic stress, often described as CPTSD. You might feel on edge, shut down, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain to others. You might be recovering from addiction, or using habits that helped you cope at the time but now leave you feeling worse. You might be navigating relationship pain, including unhealthy or abusive dynamics, struggles with boundaries, or difficult parent and child relationships that still shape how you feel and relate.
Whether your difficulties have a name or not, they matter. You will be met with respect, care, and steady support.
Neurodiversity affirming therapy for ASD, ADHD, and AuDHD
If you are autistic, have ADHD, or relate to AuDHD, life can feel exhausting. You might spend a lot of time trying to fit in, second guessing yourself, and working twice as hard just to manage what others seem to find easy. You may feel overwhelmed by noise, crowds, interruptions, or too many demands at once. You might mask to get through the day, then crash at home, burnt out and empty. You may have been judged as lazy, difficult, too sensitive, or not trying hard enough, when in reality you have been coping with a nervous system under constant strain.
Therapy should not treat you as a problem to be fixed. It should make room for how your mind works, what you need, and what helps you feel steady. In our work together, we can untangle overwhelm and burnout, build clearer boundaries, and find practical ways to reduce pressure day to day. We can also work on confidence and self trust, especially if you have spent years feeling misunderstood or out of place.
When you start to understand yourself and accept who you are, things often begin to shift. The world may still be demanding, but it can stop feeling like it is rigged against you. Instead of constantly forcing yourself to fit, you can begin to shape your routines, relationships, and environment in ways that support you. The goal is not to change who you are, it is to help you live in a way that feels more natural, steady, and true to you.
Open, integrative, and collaborative therapy
Therapy with me is open to anyone, and it is always a collaborative process. Sessions move at a pace that feels safe for you. When life has been overwhelming, or when you have been living in survival mode, we often begin by building safety, grounding, and stability. If you have been through abuse, controlling relationships, or long periods of emotional strain, it can take time to find your feet again. Therapy can be a place to breathe, rebuild trust, and start to feel more like yourself.
My core training is in Person Centred therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I work integratively, which means I can draw from these approaches depending on what fits you best. Some people want space to explore feelings and be deeply heard. Some people want to understand patterns shaped by the past. Others want practical tools to manage anxiety, mood, and day to day challenges. We can do any of these, and we can blend them. Nothing is forced, and nothing is a one size fits all programme. We decide together, and your choice matters throughout.
At the heart of our work is a safe, trusting relationship, built on warmth, honesty, and respect. Alongside that, we can work on the things that help life feel steadier, finding your voice, strengthening boundaries, reconnecting with your values, and rebuilding confidence. The priority is that you feel heard, supported, and empowered as you move towards the outcomes that matter to you.
If something in you is ready for things to change, you are welcome to reach out. We can arrange an initial consultation, take things step by step, and begin building a way forward that feels right for you.
Do You Suffer From?
- Anxiety and Stress
- Depression and Low Mood
- Trauma
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship Issues
- Grief and Loss
- Self-Esteem and Confidence Issues
- Autism
- ADHD
- Domestic Abuse
- Addiction and Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Life Transitions (e.g., career changes, divorce)
- Chronic Illness and Pain
- Identity and Self-Exploration
- Family Conflicts
- Suicidal Thoughts
- CPTSD
- Carers
- Chronic Illness
- Burnout and Work-Related Stress
- Abuse (Emotional, Physical, Sexual)
- Social Anxiety and Isolation
- Sleep Problems
- Shame & Guilt
- Intrusive Thoughts
- AuADHD
- Narcissistic Abuse
- Divorce
Training
- First class honours BSc Undergraduate degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy with clinical practice
- Clinical Trauma Professional Level II
- ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
- Life after Loss
- Domestic violence
- Online & Telephone
