ADHD affects not only attention and organisation but also how we relate to others and understand ourselves. Many adults with ADHD notice challenges in relationships, struggle with emotional regulation, and carry feelings of frustration, guilt, or shame. Relational therapy offers a unique approach by focusing on the patterns in your relationships, including the relationship with…
Living with ADHD as an adult can be challenging in ways that go beyond difficulties with focus or organisation. Many adults experience emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, difficulties with relationships, and persistent self-criticism, all of which can make daily life feel exhausting. Counselling for people with ADHD should provide a safe, supportive space to explore these…
Understanding Baby Loss The loss of a baby, whether that be through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, or termination for medical reasons, is an experience that can shake every part of life. Whether the loss happened recently or many years ago, the grief can feel raw, confusing, and deeply personal. Baby loss is often accompanied by…
Finding the Right Therapist for You Starting therapy can feel like a big decision. With so many counsellors and psychotherapists to choose from, you might wonder how you’re supposed to know who’s qualified, safe, and right for you. One of the most reliable ways to make sure you’re in good hands is to work with…
Families often develop unspoken roles: the caretaker, the achiever, the peacemaker, the troublemaker – and over time, we unconsciously learn how to “fit in” to those roles. While these patterns can once have helped the family system to function, they can also become limiting or painful as we move into adult life. In therapy, exploring…
Understanding what lies beneath the surface If you’re living with self harm, it might feel confusing and isolating. Many people describe feeling trapped in a cycle, trying to manage intense emotions or pain through self harm, then feeling guilt or shame afterwards. Psychodynamic therapy offers a way to gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface…
Finding safety when life feels overwhelming For many people who self harm, the act can bring a momentary sense of control or relief. When everything feels too chaotic, painful, or out of reach, self harm can seem like a way to regain order – a private act that makes unbearable emotions feel containable. But while…
Living as part of the LGBTQ+ community can bring both joy and challenges. Whether you’re exploring your identity, coping with rejection, or navigating relationships, it can make a big difference to speak with someone who truly understands. As a counsellor based in Brighton & Hove and working online across the UK, I offer a safe…
When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it can be deeply painful and confusing. You may find yourself trying to help, worrying constantly, or feeling powerless as you watch them suffer. Family members and friends often carry a heavy emotional burden, yet their own wellbeing can easily be overlooked. Therapy can offer a safe,…
When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it’s natural to want to help. You might feel desperate to say or do the right thing, to encourage them to stop, to get treatment, or simply to be okay again. But when your efforts don’t seem to make a difference, you can be left feeling powerless,…