About

I have experience working with charities supporting survivors of interpersonal abuse including domestic violence, controlling and coercive relationships and recovering from narcissistic abuse. I use a trauma informed framework and can help to make sense of confusing or distressing emotions. Together we can learn ways to soothe a heightened nervous system response that has become accustomed to being in ‘survival mode’ by finding healthy coping strategies that work for you. Your safety is the priority and you are in control of the pace and direction you want to explore. Processing difficult emotions and thoughts often begins with bringing them into awareness. Being aware of your ‘triggers’ and gaining insight into past patterns can help you to re-write your story and feel empowered as opposed to powerless. Your brain does a great job protecting you but maybe that isn’t serving you any longer. Recovering from abuse can include experiences of anxiety and/ or depression as well as physical symptoms. It can feel like an isolating and helpless time; my focus is to help you rebuild trust in yourself, increase resilience and facilitate the discovery of your identity.

I have an understanding of how neuro-diversity can impact mental health and well-being in a world that doesn’t always make sense. Some difficulties might include navigating the complexities of social relationships to sensory differences or burnout. It can be tricky trying to discover our authentic self whilst also masking to fit into societal norms. Having an awareness and understanding of what this means for you individually can help toward developing a positive identity that celebrates your uniqueness.