Frequently Asked Questions

A Humanistic & Integrative Counsellor works with you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe, non-judgemental space. From a humanistic perspective, the focus is on understanding you as a whole person and supporting your growth, self-awareness, and confidence. 

Being integrative means I draw on a range of counselling approaches and practical tools, tailoring support to your unique needs. Whether you’re a child, young person, or adult, I combine reflective, relational work with practical strategies, helping you navigate challenges, build resilience, and discover your own strengths. I also work collaboratively with parents, carers, and other professionals when appropriate, while always respecting your voice and autonomy.

I work with children, young people, adults, families, and community groups, supporting mental health, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth.

I provide support in a variety of settings:

• Schools – one-to-one counselling, group work, and staff reflective forums
• Community spaces – creative arts programmes and wellbeing workshops
• Home-based therapeutic space – a safe, confidential environment for counselling
   

This flexibility ensures clients can access support in the setting that feels most comfortable and appropriate.

Every client’s privacy and rights are fully respected. Information is handled with care and shared only when necessary, within a professional framework, to support personal growth, safeguarding, or other legal requirements. Records and reports are kept securely and are accessible to clients, parents, carers, or other professionals where appropriate, with consultation and explanation provided whenever required. All data is processed in line with UK GDPR regulations, and clients receive clear guidance on how their information is used, stored, and protected. 

I am fully insured, am a Designated Safeguarding Lead and have completed an Enhanced DBS Check. As a Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor I abide by a strict code of ethics, conduct and practice guidance and may refer to case material in supervision. All practitioners attend regular reflective practice to monitor and evaluate their work. The anonymity of the client is always respected.