My Counselling Qualifications & Professional Training

I am a qualified Gestalt counsellor and MBACP-registered practitioner, with specialist training and continuing professional development in ADHD, autism, neurodiversity, trauma and domestic abuse. My training, professional experience and lived experience of neurodiversity inform the way I work with clients, helping me offer a compassionate, inclusive and non-judgemental space where you can explore what is happening for you.

Professional Qualifications:

  • Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) Gestalt Counselling 

  • Level 4 Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE) in Humanistic Counselling 

  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies 

  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 

  • CPCAB Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling

  • Level 1 Diploma in ADHD Coaching 

  • Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism, Cambridge Regional College

 

Specialist training and Continuing professional development.

I continue to develop my knowledge through ongoing professional development, particularly in areas relevant to my counselling practice, including neurodiversity, ADHD, autism, trauma and domestic abuse.

  • ADHD and neurodiversity
  • Autism
  • Trauma
  • Domestic abuse

 

Professional & counselling experience

My counselling and support work has given me experience working with adults and young people experiencing a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, neurodiversity, self-esteem difficulties and emotional distress.

  • You Trust Counselling, Portsmouth
    Volunteer Counsellor
  • Paragon
    Volunteer Counsellor
  • Society of St James, Portsmouth
    Volunteer Counsellor
  • Off The Record Hampshire
    Support Worker and Volunteer Counsellor

Founder of WAVE ADHD Women's Support Group

I am the founder of WAVE (Woman, Acceptance, Voice, Empowerment), a Portsmouth-based support group that brings women together to connect, share experiences, and deepen their understanding of life with ADHD. This is a once-a-month meetup exploring different aspects of ADHD and what it means for you.