Questions people often ask.

Mainly in person in Cottingham, East Yorkshire. I also offer online sessions, ideally via Zoom, though WhatsApp or FaceTime are possible. Telephone sessions are available if you prefer, though I favour video where possible.

Almost anything, in confidence. Common topics include relationships, anxiety, addiction, career, feeling stuck, sexuality, grief, trauma, life change and retirement.

I use ‘talking’ as a broad term covering all three. Broadly, counselling focuses on what's happening now, psychotherapy explores deeper patterns rooted in the past, and coaching is goal-focused. Most of my work blends them to suit you.

It varies. If you have a specific goal, 6 to 10 sessions may be enough. Many people have several connected issues and benefit from more sessions or ongoing support. We'll discuss this at the start and review it throughout.

Many counsellors hold a Level 4 qualification of around 100 hours. I hold a Level 7 qualification in psychotherapy, equivalent to a Master's degree, and I'm accredited by the UKCP and NCPS. All my work is supervised by an experienced local psychotherapy supervisor.

I'm a full clinical member of the UKCP, an accredited professional member of the NCPS (whose register is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority), and a member of UKATA. I follow their ethical codes, am a licensed MBTI practitioner, and am registered with the ICO.

I mainly work with adults. In private practice I don't work with anyone under 18.

Yes. All my coaching, psychotherapy and counselling work is fully insured with Holistic Insurance Services. Proof is available on request.

Yes, an enhanced DBS check, renewed annually. I have no convictions.

Yes. I offer 1-2-1 and group clinical supervision for counsellors, psychotherapists, coaches and trainees, in person or online. See the For Therapists page.