How I Work

As a psychotherapist specialising in helping women move beyond people pleasing, I create a gentle, accepting space where you can safely explore who you are beneath the layers of expectations and "shoulds." My approach combines compassionate exploration, CBT, mindfulness, and other evidence-based practices to create a journey that's uniquely yours.

My Therapeutic Approach

At the heart of my work is person-centred therapy, creating a safe and accepting space where you can explore your experiences without judgment. This foundation allows us to work at your pace, ensuring that every step forward feels authentic and manageable.

A key element of my approach is parts work, which is particularly powerful for understanding and healing people-pleasing patterns. This method helps us recognize that the part of you that says "yes" when you want to say "no" is often trying to keep you safe or loved. By getting to know these different parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion, we can help them find new, healthier ways to protect you while allowing your authentic self to emerge.

Through personalised online therapy sessions, we'll work together to uncover and understand the story behind your people-pleasing patterns, reconnect with parts of yourself you might have set aside, and transform self-doubt into self-trust and inner knowing. Together, we'll develop a strong sense of self that exists independently of others' approval, while learning to honor your needs and boundaries in ways that maintain meaningful connections.

What Growth Looks Like

As we work together, you might find yourself:

Pausing to check in with your true feelings before saying "yes" or "no." You'll start expressing your authentic opinions, even when they differ from others, and taking time for self-discovery without feeling guilty.

Setting boundaries becomes more natural - boundaries that honour both yourself and your relationships. You'll begin making life choices that reflect your values and aspirations, feeling more at home in your own skin.

Perhaps most importantly, you'll find your voice and learn to use it with quiet confidence. These moments of authenticity create a ripple effect, gradually transforming how you see yourself and move through the world.

Online Therapy

Our sessions take place online, offering you a safe, comfortable space to explore and grow from the privacy of your home - making it easier to prioritise this important work alongside your other commitments. As a specialist in online and telephone counselling, I've discovered how powerful therapeutic connection can be, even at a distance.

Whether you're new to therapy or continuing your journey of self-discovery, I'm here to support you in finding your way back to yourself. Together, we'll create a path forward that feels true to who you are, not who you think you should be.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

If you're feeling drawn to explore who you are beyond people pleasing, I invite you to take the first step. Book a free 30-minute consultation where we can discuss your hopes for therapy and see if we're a good fit for working together.

If you feel hesitant about prioritising your own needs through therapy, know that this is exactly why this work matters. Creating space for yourself isn't selfish - it's the foundation for living authentically and forming genuine connections with others. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out and contact me.