Hello, and thank you for taking the time to read through my profile.
I am qualified in psychotherapeutic counselling to post graduate level PG(DIP) BA(HONS) and licensed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) in the UK; with over 8 years of experience working as a therapist, in a hospice, a wellbeing clinic and in private practice. I help people who are experiencing all kinds of difficulties including relationship problems, parenting issues, trauma, domestic abuse, anxiety, self-doubt, grief, loss, menopause and life changes.
Working alongside my clients I aim to create a confidential, open, understanding and safe space, where complicated thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take much courage and energy and I would like to make the process as comfortable and effective as possible for you.
My therapeutic approach is integrative; I work from a person centered base, integrating elements of different therapeutic resources, including attachment theory, trauma informed practice, mindfulness, cbt, creative arts and the outdoor environment.
As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I work in accordance with the Ethical Framework and have regular supervision to ensure best practice. I also make time to focus on my professional development and training.
Many moons ago I achieved my degree in Fine Art; my journey as a therapist began when I was working as a participatory artist with groups of people in community, education and health settings. Often during workshops, as participants accessed their creative flow, they would also feel comfortable and safe enough to share their thoughts and feelings, and it became my goal to respond and support in the best possible way. I also experienced counselling for myself, and felt that it was a revelation to be listened to, without judgement, and be heard with genuine compassion, understanding and empathy by my therapist; all of this inspired me to study and train to be a therapist myself.
My belief and experience is that therapy gives us the opportunity to unravel and make sense of confusing and complicated thoughts and feelings - this creates a positive impact on our emotional, physical and spiritual well being and allows us to move forward in our lives with increased reslience, awareness, self-care and emotional regulation.
In addition to my private therapy practice I work with a national UK charity to deliver therapeutic and psychoeducational groupwork with people who have experienced domestic abuse.
When I am away from work I enjoy spending time with family and friends and love to walk in beautiful places in nature with my adopted rescue greyhound.
You are very welcome to get in touch and I look forward to us working together. I offer video, telephone and live chat sessions.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #375306
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Thank you Fiona for your wisdom and insights and assistance
Written on Feb 06, 2026 after therapy with Fiona for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Very understanding and supportive. Has helped me beyond words.
Written on Jul 21, 2025 after therapy with Fiona for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
Fiona has helped me tremendously coping with my past relationships and trauma. I look forwards to having more sessions with her. She’s understanding and supportive, truly caring and feels like my other mother
Written on May 08, 2025 after therapy with Fiona for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
I don’t feel like she’s judging me I feel like she’s listening and giving my answers on my reactions to situations
Written on Mar 18, 2025 after therapy with Fiona for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and self esteem
Fiona has been an absolute game-changer in my life. Her empathetic and non-judgmental approach created a safe space for me to explore my deepest struggles. With her expertise and unwavering support, I have experienced remarkable personal growth and healing. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking an incredible therapist who is truly dedicated to their client's well-being.
Written on Jun 29, 2023 after therapy with Fiona for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching
Fiona is great! She is a great listener and has been very helpful in my healing process. Her guidance was instrumental to some of the breakthrough that happened during our sessions. I really love working with her.
Written on Jun 13, 2023 after therapy with Fiona for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coaching