Navigate Life's challenges
Relational Psychotherapy and Counselling
Relational Psychotherapy and Counselling
Life is full of challenges that can leave us feeling hurt, lonely, or unable to move on. I specialise in supporting clients to navigate these unresolved situations and the meaning they hold for them.
I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to explore what’s going on for you and try out new ways of being, including self-support, acknowledging needs, and asking for what you need.
Areas of focus
Trauma
I have a compassionate, client-centred approach that recognises the widespread impact of trauma on a person. We will work on creating stability, relief of symptoms and reclaiming a sense of control in your life.
Anxiety and depression
We can feel depressed or anxious when things in life feel unmanageable or overwhelming. We’ll look at what brings these feelings up, what’s behind them and how to address them.
Addictions
Addiction can develop as a survival strategy in situations where you didn’t feel safe or supported. It might be an attempt to feel or stop feeling something when relational support and emotional regulation are unavailable. We’ll explore the meaning of addiction and what you need now to make choices for your well-being.
Shame
Shame happens in relationships, often when part of you learned it wasn’t safe to be you. We’ll work gently by noticing how shame occurs for you and then on developing self-awareness and building supportive relationships. My approach will support you to reclaim parts of yourself that have been lost rather than hiding or turning against yourself.
Relationship and family issues
When working with relationship or family issues we look at the patterns you’ve developed over time in your interactions with others. We notice how those patterns show up for you now—sometimes even between us—and use that awareness to try out new ways of relating that feel right for you.
Gender, sexuality, identity and relationship diversity
Love, desire and relationships occur in countless ways. If you’re facing challenges in these areas, we’ll explore your experience as it actually is. This includes your attractions, identities, boundaries and relationship choices and what’s right for you.
Critical thoughts and self-esteem
Feeling stuck in negative self-talk and ruminations can be exhausting. We’ll explore how you’ve developed these responses and the role of your inner critic. We’ll also discuss how self-compassion can foster a healthier relationship with yourself.
Anger and other difficult emotions
In therapy, we see anger as a messenger, communicating something about your experience, rather than an emotion to get rid of. We work by noticing how your anger shows up – how you feel it in your body, what it wants to say or do, and where it might be getting stuck – so you can express it safely, understand its message, and use it in ways that support you rather than turn against yourself or others.
Bereavement and loss
We’ll take time to be with and process these experiences, including self-care, staying connected with supportive people and talking about what you need.
Life Transitions
We'll look at support and guidance during transitions and ending including relationships, jobs, career changes, and more.