Coastal Counselling Whitstable
COUNSELLING & THERAPY IN WHITSTABLE, KENT & ONLINE
Experience
Alongside my private practice I also provide counselling at Thanet Counselling Service and have worked at the Pilgrims Hospice as a counsellor. Offering emotional support to individuals navigating the deeply personal journey of grief and loss, anxiety, trauma, relationships, self-esteem and big life changes is a privilege and it has given me a profound appreciation for the courage, resilience and vulnerability involved in facing life’s most challenging moments.
I have also worked with charitable mental health organisations such as Mind, supporting individuals through regular mentoring and crisis walk-in centres. In addition, I have experience in providing counselling at a number of charitable counselling services.
I find joy in life’s simple moments—walking my two dogs along the beach, spending time in nature, or curling up with a good book. I’m naturally curious, love learning and have always been fascinated by the stories and experiences that shape who we are. I enjoy planning little adventures, connecting with the people I care about and taking time to notice the small things that make life meaningful. These simple joys help me feel grounded and bring a sense of balance and perspective that I carry into both my life and my work as a counsellor.
Training & Professional background
Diploma in Therapeutic Integrative Counselling
Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
Mental Health First Aider (MHFA England)
Walk & Talk therapy trained
Online & Telephone counselling certified counsellor
Infertility specialist with the foundation for Infant loss
Grief support with The Foundation for Infant Loss
I'm committed to continuing to develop my knowledge, skills and practice through ongoing continuing professional development (CPD), much of which is self-directed through reading, study and reflective practice to broaden my knowledge and ensure my practice remains informed, compassionate, inclusive and responsive to the needs of the individuals I support.
My training and CPD have included areas such as anxiety, trauma and PTSD, neurodiversity, self harm awareness, bereavement, grief and loss, suicide awareness and prevention, baby loss and infertility support, safeguarding, understanding personality disorders including narcissistic traits and Borderline Personality Disorder, attachment styles and domestic abuse counselling.