Adults
Alongside my work with children and adolescents, I also offer therapy to adults, including older adolescents, who are navigating emotional difficulties, life transitions, or relational challenges.
You might be finding it difficult to cope with something in your life right now, or perhaps you’ve been feeling stuck in familiar patterns that are hard to break – without fully understanding why. For some, this can mean people-pleasing, overworking, or turning to other ways of coping that feel unsustainable. Even if you can’t quite put your finger on it, there may be a sense that you’re not living as fully as you’d like.
I am here to help you move beyond old patterns, discover your strengths, and develop a more compassionate and empowering relationship with yourself, others, and the world.
How Do I Work With Adults?
My work with adults is grounded in a relational, integrative, and trauma-informed approach.
I draw on psychodynamic and attachment-based thinking, alongside creative and embodied ways of working, and, where useful, elements of CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and psychoeducation. Each therapy process is unique and tailored to your needs - whether you’re seeking space for deep emotional exploration, practical coping strategies, or a mix of both.
Some people wonder if therapy is mostly about looking back at the past. While exploring earlier experiences and relationships can sometimes be an important part of understanding why you feel the way you do today, it’s always with the aim of making change in the present. I believe the most meaningful work happens when we combine understanding with action - because the present is where real change becomes possible.
Sometimes it’s hard to see what’s been holding you back until you have the chance to talk it through. I offer a warm, non-judgemental space to reflect on recurring patterns and explore the emotions or behaviours that may be keeping you stuck. With time and care, this process can help you develop new ways of managing difficult feelings, building healthier relationships, and making choices that reflect the life you want to live.
I also attend closely to what’s held in the body, recognising that our physical states often carry emotions that can’t yet put into words. Gently tuning into the body can bring a greater sense of calm, grounding, and resilience when life feels overwhelming.
I believe in using the therapeutic value of creativity and often draw on approaches such as art, imagery or metaphor, to provide a gentle way to process feelings that are hard to express, opening up new ways of understanding yourself.
At the heart of my work is the aim to provide a safe, supportive space where you can explore your emotions with care and openness. I work alongside you, recognising that you are the expert in your own life, and together we can build resilience, navigate challenges, and move towards the changes you wish to make.
How I Can Help
People come to therapy for many different reasons. I work with clients with a diverse range of issues, and though this is not an exhaustive list, it provides an idea of the kinds of difficulties I can help with.
Anxiety can arise in many ways - from worries about ourselves, relationships, work, or life circumstances. Sometimes it feels like a constant presence, even if it’s hard to pinpoint why. Often, we try to manage by avoiding or distracting ourselves, but this rarely resolves the problem. In therapy, we can work together to understand your anxiety, explore its roots, and find practical tools to manage it so it no longer feels overwhelming.
Relationships shape so much of our lives - with partners, family, friends, colleagues, and equally, with ourselves. When difficulties arise, whether through conflict, loss, trust issues, or feelings of isolation, it can deeply affect our wellbeing. Many people also struggle with an internal relationship marked by self-criticism, feeling “not good enough,” or staying constantly busy to avoid being alone with their thoughts. Therapy provides space to explore these patterns, nurture healthier connections with others, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself.
At times we can feel stuck - unsure about our direction, caught in unhelpful patterns, or facing major transitions in work, relationships, or life stages. Therapy can help you reflect, gain clarity, and move toward choices that feel more aligned and fulfilling.
Loss can take many forms - the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, changes in health, or other significant life transitions. Grief often brings with it a complex mix of emotions: sadness, anger, guilt, numbness, or even relief. These feelings may come in waves, leaving you feeling unsettled or unsure of how to carry on. In therapy, you don’t need to face these feelings alone. Together, we can create a safe space to explore the emotions that feel too heavy to carry on your own, and begin to find ways of living alongside grief.
The Process
Everyone’s journey is unique, and no two individuals experience life in the same way. That’s why my process is designed to be flexible while still following a proven framework.
20 minute Introductory Call
The first step is to arrange a free 20-minute video or phone call. This is an opportunity for us to briefly connect, talk through the reasons you are seeking support, discuss practical details such as availability and fees, and ask any initial questions. It’s also a chance for you to get a sense of whether I might be the right fit for you.
Your First Session
If it feels right for both of us to move forward, we’ll begin with your first therapy session. This gives us time to explore your background, current concerns, and what you hope to gain from therapy. From there, we’ll agree on an initial commitment of five weekly sessions. This first phase allows us to start building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, while giving us both a fuller picture of how best to support you.
Ongoing Support
After the first five sessions, we will have a review to reflect on how things are going, whether it still feels like a good fit, and to agree on a plan for ongoing work. Therapy continues for as long as it feels helpful, and we will review progress together at agreed intervals.