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, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS23- 03314
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She's great, very helpful and not judgemental. Also uses real life experiences (if applicable) to help with the situation
Written on Mar 01, 2026 after therapy with Holly for 7 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
Holly has been understanding, sets me little tasks i can cope with and has been a real asset to me. I love i can message any time when i feel low and when i am struggling i don't need to wait for a session. She is quickly becoming my rock. I would highly recommend her
Written on Feb 13, 2026 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning eating disorders
Better Help is an amazing service, it’s so easily accessible and has helped me through a challenging time in my life.
My therapist Holly, is absolutely amazing and is in touch with me so often, she is so empathetic and helps me find great solutions to things I am struggling with. Her communication is incredible!
Written on Nov 09, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Holly has been great in helping me deal with things. Someone willing to listen and let me vent has been a good way to get things off my chest and not bottle it up.
She 's offered various techniques and suggestions which have helped me.
Friendly and approachable.
Written on Jul 21, 2025 after therapy with Holly for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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