I am a MNCPS Accredited Counsellor, having attained my BA (Hons) In Integrative Counselling. My previous body of work includes working with clients through the charity Mind, working in private practice, and currently, I hold a part time position within the NHS as a Renal Counsellor, supporting patients living with chronic kidney disease.
I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, living with chronic illness, grief, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression.
My aim is to work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where we can build a safe and trusting relationship in which clients can share and explore thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.
Often the first step is the hardest, you have reached our for support which, to me, speaks of some hope that things can get better. I really hope I can support you in your journey and that we can discover the tools and techniques that will work for you to move forward and better cope with the challenges that life so often throws us.
I look forward to working with you
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Cancer, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23- 03314
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Holly and I are just starting our journey. She immediately made me seen and heard and is helping me to communicate and identify my feelings. She pushes me to look at things more objectively with compassion.
Written on Jun 17, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Holly is very kind and empathetic and has gently challenged my negative thoughts and feelings and helped me change my opinion of myself. I look forward to our sessions and really enjoy speaking to her. I’m so grateful for her commitment and non-judgemental attitude!
Written on May 18, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Working with Holly has been a truly positive and transformative experience. From the beginning, she created a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where I felt comfortable opening up. Her compassionate, thoughtful approach has helped me gain clarity, develop healthier coping strategies, and grow in ways I hadn’t expected. Holly has a genuine ability to listen and guide with empathy, insight, and encouragement. I’m deeply grateful for the progress I’ve made with her help, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a skilled and caring therapist.
Written on May 08, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
An amazing person has been there for me every step of the of the way. Extremely professional , caring, knowledgeable and has helped me through the worst time in my life. I will be forever grateful
Written on Feb 21, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I have only been working with Holly for a short amount of time, but she has really helped me so far. Very kind, understanding, responses quickly to messages and reaches out to check up on you!
Written on Dec 29, 2024 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Holly was an amazing therapist! She helped me through my downs and ups and made me realize many things that were right in front of me so thankyou so much, I genuinely appreciate all of that :)
Written on Nov 11, 2024 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks