About Me

Hi my name is Chris and I have been working as a counsellor for over 20 years. As well as having a small private practice, I spent 12 years working in schools with parents who came with a variety of issues - domestic abuse, loss and bereavement, sexual abuse, lack of confidence and self-esteem, trauma and adverse childhood experiences.

Experience has confirmed for me that a relationship of trust, understanding and empathy needs to be developed before personal growth can start - I feel this is my area of strength.

I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where there is the freedom to say what is troubling you and to fully explore your feelings and thoughts, encouraging self-empathy and facilitating self-acceptance.

Coming to counselling requires courage - it is important to find a counsellor who you feel comfortable with. I wish you a positive therapeutic journey with whoever you chose to accompany you.

What my clients say…

  • "Thank you for helping me regain a sense of worth, tame my anxieties and get more confident in the process."

    — J

  • "Thank you for listening and understanding, thank you for getting me to open up, but most of all, thank you for giving me the chance to gain an understanding of myself."

    — K

  • "Thank you so much for helping me find the person I've always wanted to be. I would never have done it on my own."

    — C

  • "You helped me sort through all these feelings and thoughts, sweep some away and understand the others."

    — D

  • "I have never met someone that would get me as I am like Chris. It's been a wonderful and empowering experience that has given me the tools to get back on my feet after so long."

    — A

My qualifications

  • Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

  • Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Humanistic) - 2001

  • Diploma in Supervision - 2008

  • Bachelor of Arts (Honours Degree) in English - 1983

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