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Anxiety is one of the most common reasons people come to therapy, and it’s something I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting on, both in my work as a therapist and in my own life. People often talk about anxiety as something to fix, manage, or get rid of, but my experience has taught me it’s usually more complicated than that. Over time, I’ve learned a few things about anxiety that have shaped how I understand it, and how I work with it in therapy. 1. Anxiety exists for a reason

Recently, actor Jonathan Bailey shared something powerful. At school, he did not feel safe being himself. Being gay was not accepted or celebrated. He described it as feeling like he was in a 'straight jacket'. It is a strong image and one that reflects how many queer young people have felt, often in silence, and how the impact of homophobia at school can continue into adulthood. Why his words matter Even though times have changed to an extent, the effects of school-based hom

In this blog, I share what person-centred therapy means in practice, how it can help with feelings of anxiety, low mood or disconnection, and why I believe it offers lasting change through empathy, understanding and self-discovery.   What is person-centred therapy? When people first come to therapy, they often ask what kind of therapy I offer. My approach is called person-centred therapy , a form of talk therapy that focuses on you as the expert of your own experience. It is

I recently wrote a piece for the charity STAMMA about my experience training to be a counsellor as someone who stammers. Writing it brought up a lot of reflection and some hesitation. It felt vulnerable to share something so personal, but as a therapist, I try to live by what I encourage my clients to do: to be authentic and to meet ourselves with compassion, even when it feels uncomfortable. I hope the piece resonates with anyone who’s ever felt that a part of who they are m

So often, queer people are told that equality has been achieved and the fight is over. But the truth is, many of us still carry the emotional legacy of growing up in a world that said we were wrong. In this post, I reflect on Adam James Cohen’s Psychology Today article about chronic shame as complex trauma, and why naming it is a vital step towards healing. When I came across Adam James Cohen’s Psychology Today article, Chronic Shame: A Complex Trauma for LGBTQ+ People , it

Therapy can feel daunting if you have spent years being told your identity is wrong or not valid. In this blog I share what LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy means, why I chose to work in this way, and how it can help create a safe space for people to explore who they are with acceptance and compassion.