What We Help With

What I Help With

People come to therapy for many different reasons. Some arrive with a clear concern; others come with a general sense that something isn’t right. In my practice, I work with adults across a wide range of psychological, emotional, and relational difficulties.

This page outlines common areas I help with. It isn’t exhaustive, and you don’t need to fit neatly into a category to begin therapy.

Anxiety and Stress

I work with people experiencing:

• Generalised anxiety
• Chronic worry or overthinking
• Panic attacks or panic symptoms
• Social anxiety
• Work-related stress and burnout
• Performance anxiety

Therapy may involve understanding anxiety patterns, working with the nervous system, addressing underlying contributors, and developing more sustainable ways of responding to stress.

Depression and Low Mood

I support individuals experiencing:

• Persistent low mood or emotional flatness
• Loss of motivation or meaning
• Fatigue or reduced energy
• Self-criticism or feelings of hopelessness
• Adjustment difficulties following life changes

This work often combines present-focused support with deeper exploration of emotional and relational themes.

Trauma and Complex Experiences

I work in a trauma-aware way with people affected by:

• Childhood trauma or neglect
• Complex or developmental trauma
• Emotional, physical, or psychological abuse
• Single-incident trauma
• Chronic stress or overwhelm

Therapy is paced carefully, with a strong emphasis on safety, consent, and stabilisation. You’re never expected to revisit experiences before you feel ready.

Relationships and Attachment

Many difficulties are shaped through relationships. I work with individuals around:

• Relationship difficulties or recurring patterns
• Attachment styles
• Boundaries and people-pleasing
• Intimacy and trust
• Family of origin issues
• Separation and relationship transitions

This may involve exploring both past experiences and current relational dynamics.

Self-Esteem, Identity and Meaning

I help people working through:

• Low self-worth or self-doubt
• Shame and harsh self-criticism
• Identity questions
• Life direction or purpose
• Values and meaning

Therapy in this area supports the development of a more compassionate, integrated sense of self.

Habits, Behaviours and Patterns

I work with concerns such as:

• Unhelpful habits or compulsive behaviours
• Emotional eating or food-related difficulties
• Procrastination and avoidance
• Sleep difficulties
• Stress-related coping behaviours

Where appropriate, hypnotherapy may be used alongside counselling or psychotherapy to support behavioural change.

Grief, Loss, and Life Transitions

I support people navigating:

• Bereavement and grief
• Major life changes
• Career or role transitions
• Health-related adjustments
• Existential concerns

This work respects the individuality of grief and change, without imposing timelines or expectations.

When Hypnotherapy May Be Helpful

Hypnotherapy may be appropriate for some people experiencing:

• Anxiety and stress-related symptoms
• Phobias or specific fears
• Habit change
• Psychosomatic symptoms
• Confidence or performance concerns

Any use of hypnotherapy is discussed collaboratively and integrated within a broader therapeutic approach.

What If I’m Not Sure?

You don’t need a diagnosis or a clearly defined problem to begin therapy. If you’re unsure whether therapy is right for you — or whether I’m the right practitioner — an initial conversation can help clarify this.

How This Fits With My Approach

The areas listed above are approached through the integrative, trauma-aware framework described in Our Therapeutic Approach.

You may also find it helpful to explore:

• Psychotherapy, Counselling & Hypnotherapy
• Hypnotherapy Explained
• What to Expect in Therapy
• Online Counselling and Telehealth

Next Steps

If you’d like to explore working together, you’re welcome to book an appointment or arrange a complimentary introductory session. This provides an opportunity to talk through what’s bringing you to therapy and how I may be able to help.