Adult and children's therapy
Expert therapy for emotional growth and family support.
About Journey2UCounselling
My Philosophy
At Journey2UCounselling, I believe in the transformative power of therapy. As the world becomes increasingly filled with AI, I believe we must protect what makes us human.
Real change does not come only from intelligence or efficiency; it comes from empathy, non-judgmental conversation, and giving space for our concerns to come into our awareness and to work with our feelings rather than to remove them. I believe in genuine human connection.
As humans, we can evolve with connection.
Technology should support humanity, not replace the relationships that help us grow.
About Journey2UCounselling
A bit about me
Working together
Getting started
I have over four years’ experience working therapeutically with adults, alongside more than one year supporting children and young people, and five years’ experience providing family support. I am committed to ongoing professional development through regular CPD and am currently training in ADHD coaching. I am particularly passionate a
I have over four years’ experience working therapeutically with adults, alongside more than one year supporting children and young people, and five years’ experience providing family support. I am committed to ongoing professional development through regular CPD and am currently training in ADHD coaching. I am particularly passionate about supporting family dynamics and creating spaces where both adults and children feel heard, understood, and supported.
As a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP), I offer both short- and long-term therapy for adults and children. My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches, alongside a deep respect for each person’s unique experiences, identity, and story. I am committed to providing a therapeutic space that values equality, equity, and inclusion, where clients can explore themselves safely and without judgement.
As someone who is neurodivergent myself, I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience of neurodivergence to my work. This enables me to offer compassionate, neurodivergence-affirming, and practical support that helps clients build on their strengths and develop ways to thrive in everyday life.
Getting started
Working together
Getting started
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Before beginning therapy, I offer a free 15-minute consultation call for adults and a 25-minute call for a child assessment. This gives us an opportunity to talk together, discuss what brings you to enquire about therapy. During our conversation, I will also ensure I can meet your needs while working safely and within my professional c
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Before beginning therapy, I offer a free 15-minute consultation call for adults and a 25-minute call for a child assessment. This gives us an opportunity to talk together, discuss what brings you to enquire about therapy. During our conversation, I will also ensure I can meet your needs while working safely and within my professional competence and experience.
If we decide to work together, I will then send you a working agreement outlining the terms and conditions of therapy for you to read and sign before sessions begin.
I work within professional ethical guidelines, and details of the ethical framework I adhere to are available at the bottom of this website.
Working together
Working together
Working together
" One day, you'll look back and realise how hard it was and just how well you did"
Charlie Mackesy
My counselling approach is grounded in the belief that you already hold the answers to your own wellbeing. However, life experiences, external pressures, and the voices of others can sometimes become so loud that our own voice grows quieter
" One day, you'll look back and realise how hard it was and just how well you did"
Charlie Mackesy
My counselling approach is grounded in the belief that you already hold the answers to your own wellbeing. However, life experiences, external pressures, and the voices of others can sometimes become so loud that our own voice grows quieter and when it does emerge, we may struggle to trust it.
I offer online and in-person sessions for adults, and in-person sessions for children. Whether you are seeking support with a specific concern or looking for ongoing therapeutic support, my services are designed to help both adults and children navigate emotional and behavioural challenges, develop healthy coping strategies, and build greater self-awareness.
I work in a neurodivergence-affirming way, supporting areas such as emotional regulation, sensory needs, social communication, executive functioning, self-esteem, and coping with stress. I also adapt the therapy environment to support comfort and accessibility, offering features such as dimmed lighting, fidgets, and blankets.
Children’s therapy sessions are 40 minutes long. Adult sessions, both online and in person, are 50 minutes long.
More about the approaches
what is DBT?
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) teaches four core skills that help create balance between emotions and logic through the “Wise Mind.” Mindfulness builds awareness of thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment without judgment, helping us to respond more calmly instead of reacting automatically. Distress Tolerance focuses on getting through painful or overwhelming situations safely and effectively, using coping strategies that reduce harm and increase resilience. Emotion Regulation helps people understand emotions, reduce emotional intensity, and build healthier habits that support emotional stability and self-control. Interpersonal Effectiveness strengthens communication skills, boundaries, self-respect, and relationship balance, helping people express needs clearly while maintaining healthy connections with others.
The relationship
The person-centred approach is recognising that experiences, thoughts, emotions, and ways of processing the world can be wonderfully varied and don't always fit neatly into conventional expectations. Rather than focusing on "fixing" or directing, I aim to create a space where curiosity, authenticity, and self-discovery can flourish at your own pace. Above all, I believe that human connection is truly at the heart of therapy. The experience of connecting with another person in a real, compassionate way can be deeply healing, offering the safety and understanding needed to explore challenges, make sense of experiences, and move towards a more fulfilling relationship with yourself and others.
About Journey2UCounselling
Play therapy
I offer a supportive, child-centred approach to therapy that helps children explore emotions, build confidence, and develop emotional understanding in a safe and nurturing environment. Sessions are adapted to each child’s individual needs, using creative and play-based approaches to support communication, connection, and emotional regulation.
My work is neurodivergent-informed and PDA-informed, recognising and respecting each child’s unique way of experiencing the world. Therapy may include play, creative activities, storytelling, sensory-based support, and gentle emotional exploration to help children feel understood and supported.
I currently work with children aged 4–10 years old.
The purpose
Adult Therapy Support
- Relationships & Boundaries
- Self-Awareness
- Trauma
- Understanding Neurodivergence
- Parenting Support
- Emotional Regulation
- Emotional Understanding
- PDA-Informed Support
- Neurodivergent-Informed Practice
- nervous system awareness/ sensory processing
Children’s Therapy Support
- Children’s Emotions
- Learning Through Play
- Emotional Regulation
- Emotional Understanding
- PDA-Informed Support
- Neurodivergent-Informed Practice
- Nervous system awareness/sensory processing
cost
Cost
Low-cost sessions are available for adult and child play therapy.
Session fees apply if notice of cancellation is given within 24 hours.
Payments are required before sessions occur.
NO fees required upon my unavailability
Ethics
Confidentiality
I'm committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all clients in accordance with the ethical framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018.
protection of Information
action:
- keep personal information secure and protected from unauthorised access or d
I'm committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all clients in accordance with the ethical framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK GDPR, and the Data Protection Act 2018.
protection of Information
action:
- keep personal information secure and protected from unauthorised access or disclosure
- explain how your information is used and who may have access to it
- only share information with your consent or where there is a legal or ethical duty to do so
- use anonymised information wherever practical
- ensure that anyone receiving confidential information treats it appropriately and securely
Limits to Confidentiality
Confidentiality will be respected wherever possible. However, information may need to be shared where:
- there is a serious risk of harm to you or others
- safeguarding concerns arise
- disclosure is required by law or court order
- information is discussed in professional supervision to support safe and ethical practice
Where appropriate, we will aim to discuss any necessary disclosure with you first.
Website and Data Privacy
Information submitted through this website, including contact forms or email enquiries, will be treated confidentially and used only for the purpose of responding to your enquiry or providing services.
We take reasonable steps to store information securely and protect personal data.
Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you may request access to your personal information or ask for inaccurate information to be corrected.
For any questions about confidentiality or how your information is handled can be discussed during setting up working agreements.
Adult safeguarding
I am committed to promoting the safety, well-being, and dignity of all adults accessing my services.
I recognise that some adults may be vulnerable or at risk of abuse, neglect, exploitation, coercion, or self-neglect. Safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and managed in line with professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities, inc
I am committed to promoting the safety, well-being, and dignity of all adults accessing my services.
I recognise that some adults may be vulnerable or at risk of abuse, neglect, exploitation, coercion, or self-neglect. Safeguarding concerns are taken seriously and managed in line with professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities, including BACP guidance.
Commitment
Action:
- provide a safe, respectful, and non-discriminatory therapeutic environment
- Respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns
- work within current safeguarding legislation and guidance
- maintain appropriate professional boundaries and ethical standards
- seek supervision and professional support where necessary
Confidentiality will be respected wherever possible. However, if we believe that an adult is at serious risk of harm, or that another person may be at risk, we may need to share information with appropriate
Concerns About Immediate Safety
If there is an immediate risk to life or safety, emergency services or relevant safeguarding agencies may be contacted.
Children's safeguarding
Children's safeguarding
My commitment
- I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people.
- Take any concerns about a child’s safety or welfare seriously.
- I am up to date with training in safeguarding and child protection.
- I hold an enhanced DBS check
- First aid trained
🎋 actions:
- Recognise signs of abuse or neglect.
- Respond quickly
My commitment
- I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for all children and young people.
- Take any concerns about a child’s safety or welfare seriously.
- I am up to date with training in safeguarding and child protection.
- I hold an enhanced DBS check
- First aid trained
🎋 actions:
- Recognise signs of abuse or neglect.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to any concerns.
- Keep accurate, confidential records.
- Uphold my supervision and use supervision to discuss matters.
- Report concerns to the Local Authority Children’s Services if necessary.
🎋How I Work with Parents
- I work to involve parents or carers if there are concerns about a child’s safety.
- However, if informing parents may put the child at risk, I will seek advice from the appropriate safeguarding authority.
- We encourage open communication and support families in keeping children safe.
🎋 Counsellor Responsibilities
- Maintain professional boundaries.
- Listen and respond appropriately to children.
- Follow clear procedures if abuse is suspected or disclosed.
- Work in line with UK law and BACP ethical standards
- The counselling room will have its window blinds open, door access available, and the child can end their session early if needed.
- All play equipment will be safe to use and checked regularly.
- Child contract shared so child clients have clear boundaries and knowledge.
- Counselling needs to be wanted by the child, and they are happy to attend sessions. If I notice this isn’t wanted by the child, a discussion with parents and caregivers will be held to find a safe way forward for the person under 18.
🎋Confidentiality
- Counsellors keep information confidential, except where disclosure is necessary to protect a child.
- Sharing information is done only with people who need to know it to safeguard the child.
- NSPCC Helpline: 0808 800 5000
- Local Authority Children’s Services
🎋 Reporting Concerns
action:
🐼 Listen calmly and without judgement.
🐼 Record what is observed or said.
🐼 Speak to my supervisor
🐼 Contact local authorities if needed.
In an emergency, the police should be contacted immediately (999).
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