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Our Therapists
Supporting You to Heal, Grow & Thrive
Louise Bradshaw
Director & Therapist
(Adults & Adolescents)
Louise Bradshaw is both the director & therapist at KCPS.
She is known for delivering fast, transformative results. Louise believes no one should suffer longer than necessary, offering focused therapy for adults & young people that gets to the root of the issue.
Louise specialises in supporting clients with:
Anxiety and Stress, Trauma, Fears, and Phobias
Her approach is tailored to the individual—recognising that no two lives or experiences are the same.
Clients often report:
- Freedom from anxiety and trauma symptoms
- Greater confidence & resilience
- Improved emotional & physical wellbeing
- Practical tools for managing thoughts & feelings
Louise is a qualified Hypnotherapist, Counsellor, NLP Practitioner, & Coach. She offers therapy in a warm, professional setting—either face-to-face in Maidstone or online via Zoom.
Rachel Perrett
Therapist
(Adults, Children & Adolescents)
Registered Member MBACP
396949
Rachel runs a professional therapy practice supporting both adults and teenagers.
She specialises in helping individuals with anxiety, low self-esteem, and eating disorders, and also works with issues such as depression, stress, trauma, and loss.
Rachel offers a tailored, compassionate approach, creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions.
Clients often experience:
- A healthier relationship with themselves
- Increased confidence and self-awareness
- Relief from anxiety and stress
- Improved relationships and emotional well-being
- Greater ability to manage negative thoughts and feelings
Rachel is passionate about empowering clients on their unique journey toward lasting change and personal growth.
Aly Semanco
Therapist
(Adults & Adolescents)
Aly is a BACP-registered therapist providing warm, professional support through both face-to-face and online sessions.
She offers flexible appointment times, including daytime and evenings, to suit your schedule.
Aly has experience working with both young people and adults, providing support for a range of short-term challenges and longer-term issues.
Her areas of expertise include:
Anxiety and stress, Neurodiversity, Self-esteem and self-belief, Relationship difficulties, Grief and loss
Aly is deeply committed to helping her clients achieve a state of greater well-being. She aims to support individuals in finding relief from pain and to help them feel more empowered, understood, and at peace.
Karen Hellings
Therapist
Karen is a UKCP-registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with many years of experience supporting clients through a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
She works with sensitivity and care, creating a safe and reflective space where clients can explore their inner world and begin to make sense of their struggles.
Karen has particular experience in helping people with deep-seated insecurities, anxiety, relationship problems, and questions around sexuality. She also works with workplace-related concerns, such as low confidence, stress, and the impact of bullying.
Her psychoanalytic approach allows clients to explore the complexities of relationships—past and present—and to understand patterns that may be causing pain or holding them back. Through this process, clients are supported to gain greater self-awareness, strengthen their resilience, and move toward lasting change.
Karen is also BUPA registered, making her services accessible to clients who wish to use private health insurance.
Louise Latham
Therapist
Louise is a qualified person-centred counsellor who offers a warm, non-judgemental space for clients to explore their thoughts and emotions at their own pace.
Her approach is rooted in empathy, authenticity, and deep respect for each individual’s unique experience. Working relationally, Louise gently weaves in creative elements to support clients in connecting with themselves in safe and natural ways.
Her practice is trauma-informed, with particular experience supporting women affected by domestic abuse. Louise also brings both personal and professional understanding of neurodiversity, and is committed to creating a space that is accessible, inclusive, and attuned to different ways of experiencing the world.
At the heart of her work is a belief that healing happens through safety, connection, and the experience of truly being heard.
Ivy Payne
Therapist & Anger Management Specialist
Registered Member MBACP
84861
Ivy is a qualified counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). Ivy brings a wealth of experience from a long career in mental health.
Originally trained and employed as a Mental Health Nurse within the NHS, Ivy supported individuals with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, including psychosis, depression, and anxiety. Over time, her work expanded to include supporting survivors of sexual abuse, as well as clients experiencing loss, bereavement, and difficulties with anger management.
Ivy now works primarily with adults, offering face-to-face sessions and, where needed, telephone support.
Areas of experience include:
- Depression and anxiety
- Trauma and sexual abuse
- Loss and bereavement
- Anger management
- Emotional regulation and resilience
Ivy is passionate about creating a safe, supportive environment where clients feel truly heard and able to explore their emotions. She believes the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of effective counselling and works collaboratively with each client to support meaningful change.
Ivy offers sessions on Mondays and Tuesday mornings, with some flexibility depending on availability. Clients often describe feeling a sense of progress and hope by the end of their work together, finding clarity, strength, and a sense of light at the end of the tunnel.
Paula Dutton
Therapist
(Individuals & Couples)
Accredited Member MBACP
174598
Paula is a BACP-accredited Counsellor with over ten years of experience supporting individuals, and more recently couples, in both NHS and community settings.
She specialises in couple therapy, completing the Couple Therapy for Depression qualification, with Tavistock Relationships, the UK's leading centre for couple therapy.
Paula works with couples experiencing:
- Communication difficulties
- Conflict and disconnection
- Life transitions and stress
- Infidelity
- The impact of depression or anxiety on relationships
She offers a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where both partners feel heard and understood. Her focus is on helping couples identify unhelpful patterns, strengthen emotional connection, and find new ways of moving forward together.
Clients often find:
- Improved communication and understanding
- Greater trust and intimacy
- Reduced conflict and stress
- A stronger, more resilient relationship
Paula’s approach is inclusive and compassionate, aiming to make couples therapy accessible and supportive at the times when it’s needed most.
"The quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives." – Esther Perel
Emma Parkins
Therapist
(Individuals, Children, Couples & Families)
Emma is an Integrative Counsellor who works with both long-term and short-term clients, offering sessions to individuals, couples, and families face-to-face and online.
While trained integratively, her practice leans toward psychodynamic psychotherapy, with a focus on helping people connect with their authentic selves and feel rooted in their self-worth.
With over 13 years of experience in secondary community mental health teams, alongside her counselling practice, Emma brings a depth of knowledge and understanding to her work. She began counselling in 2017, completing placements with Mind and GamCare (a charity supporting those affected by gambling addictions), and qualified as a counsellor in 2018. Since then, she has worked with a wide range of client issues.
Areas of experience include:
- PTSD and trauma
- Depression and anxiety
- Eating disorders
- Relationship difficulties
- Bereavement and loss
- Self-esteem and identity
- Neurodivergence
- Anger and emotional regulation
- Fertility issues, adoption, and foster care
- The impact of crime and family challenges
At the heart of Emma’s work is an empathic, compassionate approach, creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and able to explore the challenges they are facing.
Emma China
Therapist
Emma China is a qualified counsellor who works with individuals aged 18 and above.
She is committed to empowering her clients, recognising that this looks different for each person. Emma works collaboratively, tailoring therapy to support each individual in finding the change or growth they need.
Her work includes supporting people with deep-rooted beliefs from the past, as well as current challenges such as anxiety, fear, and low mood that may make it difficult to move forward.
Emma has a particular passion for working with women and has previously facilitated groups for new mothers. She supported them not only with the challenges of motherhood but also with relationship difficulties and unresolved childhood trauma.
Clients often find that therapy with Emma leads to:
- A kinder, more compassionate view of themselves
- Improved confidence
- Increased self-esteem and self-worth
- Practical tools and coping strategies for managing stress and anxiety
Whether clients are seeking short-term or long-term support, Emma offers a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore challenges and work toward meaningful change.
Amy Cumber
Therapist
(Adults & Couples)
Amy is a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with clients across the UK, offering sessions in person and online.
Her approach is collaborative and compassionate. Amy believes you know yourself better than anyone, and she aims to help you reconnect with that inner understanding in a space that feels safe, welcoming, and non-judgemental. She understands that reaching out can feel daunting and strives to make the process as clear and supportive as possible.
Experience With Complex Mental Health
Amy has extensive experience supporting clients with long-term or complex conditions such as Borderline (Emotionally Unstable) Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, and Eating Disorders. She tailors therapy to your personal experience and can work alongside other professionals where helpful.
Couples Therapy
Amy offers a supportive and neutral space for couples navigating communication problems, loss of connection, trust issues, or life transitions. She works with couples of all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ partners and those in open or non-traditional relationships, helping them strengthen communication, rebuild closeness, or separate with clarity.
Her Commitment
Whether you come individually or as a couple, Amy offers a safe, respectful space where you can be heard and supported. Her goal is to help you create meaningful, lasting change and move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
Registered with Bupa, Aviva, AXA, and WPA.
Elena Wilkins
Therapist
(Adults, Children & Young People)
Elena Wilkins is a warm, compassionate therapist who offers a calm and relaxed space where you can talk openly, feel supported, and begin to make sense of whatever is weighing on your mind.
At the heart of her work is the belief that everyone deserves someone they can turn to in moments of confusion, pain, or uncertainty — someone who listens without judgment and walks alongside them through life’s challenges.
Elena places great importance on building a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship. She offers confidential therapy grounded in empathy, patience, and genuine human connection. Her approach is gently paced, allowing you to explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that feels comfortable and respectful of your individual experience.
Elena has worked with clients facing a wide variety of difficulties, including:
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Life transitions and periods of change
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Grief and bereavement
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Trauma and its long-term emotional impact
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Personal growth and self-development
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Emotional overwhelm, low mood, and stress
She also has significant experience supporting people with additional needs, as well as those who care for others. Elena understands how emotionally demanding the role of a carer can be — from the quiet exhaustion to the complex feelings that can arise when supporting a loved one — and she offers a space where these experiences can be explored safely and sensitively.
Elena’s own lived experience deeply informs her work, enabling her to bring heartfelt empathy, authenticity, and a non-judgmental presence to every session. She is committed to meeting each person where they are, offering both steadiness and understanding as they navigate difficult emotions or seek meaningful change.
Her hope is that therapy with her becomes a place where you feel lighter, more grounded, and better able to reconnect with your inner strength and resilience.
Sarah Hawkins
Holistic Grief & Trauma Coach
(Children & Adults)
Sarah Hawkins is a Holistic Grief and Trauma Coach offering gentle, trauma-informed support to adults navigating loss in all its forms — both before and after bereavement.
Her work recognises that grief is not only emotional but deeply physical, often affecting the nervous system and showing up as tension, exhaustion, restlessness, or a sense of being ungrounded.
Sarah brings a calm, steady presence, creating a confidential space where clients can slow down, breathe, and begin to understand what their mind and body are communicating. Her approach weaves together somatic awareness, grounding techniques, and compassionate, attuned conversation to help clients feel more anchored and supported during times of overwhelm.
Her areas of specialism include:
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Bereavement and anticipatory grief
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Nervous-system dysregulation linked to loss
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Emotional overload and shifts in identity
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Grounding and stress-regulation practices
Sarah understands that each person’s grief is unique, and she tailors her work to meet clients exactly where they are, honouring their pace and lived experience.
Clients often describe experiencing:
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A greater sense of calm and internal safety
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A clearer understanding of their physical and emotional responses
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Practical tools they can use day-to-day
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A feeling of being heard, validated, and less alone
Accredited with IPHM and ACCPH, Sarah offers sessions face-to-face in Maidstone or online, providing steady, compassionate support to those finding their way through the landscape of loss.
Sarah works with children 11+ and has an enhanced DBS.
Alice Farmer
Therapist
Alice Farmer is an integrative counsellor who offers a personalised, flexible approach to therapy, drawing from a range of therapeutic models to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.
She believes that no two people are the same, and she tailors her work to support you in the way that feels most meaningful and effective for your individual journey.
Alice’s passion for mental well-being is shaped by her own lived experiences. Growing up around mental health challenges and navigating her own path has given her a deep understanding of how overwhelming life can feel — and how powerful it can be to have someone walking alongside you. This combination of professional training and genuine empathy underpins her work, allowing her to meet clients with warmth, compassion, and authenticity.
Her commitment is to empower you to reconnect with your true self, build confidence, and move towards a life that feels happier, more grounded, and more aligned with who you really are.
Amanda Tooms
Therapist & Supervisor
Amanda Tooms (MBACP, NCPS Accred.) is a trauma-informed psychotherapist, counsellor, and supervisor working with adults, individuals, and couples.
She offers a warm, compassionate space where clients can talk openly, feel understood, and begin to navigate life’s challenges without judgment or pressure. Amanda believes deeply in the inner strength and worth of every person, and her work centres on helping clients reconnect with that sense of light and possibility within themselves.
With a varied professional background spanning performing arts, education, and leadership, Amanda brings a rich blend of experience to her therapeutic work. This allows her to understand different perspectives, build strong, trusting relationships, and tailor her approach sensitively to each client’s unique needs.
Amanda supports clients facing a wide range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety, stress, and overwhelm
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Trauma and PTSD
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Relationship challenges
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Bereavement and loss
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BPD and emotional dysregulation
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Disordered eating and body image concerns
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Experiences of abuse
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Adjusting to medical diagnoses or health changes
Whatever you are experiencing, Amanda provides a steady, empathetic presence. She will meet you exactly where you are, helping you to make sense of your feelings, understand your patterns, and move forward in a way that feels safe, meaningful, and genuinely supportive.
Rebecca Winterflood
Therapist
(Adults & Young People)
Rebecca is a BACP-registered therapist with over ten years of experience supporting both adults and adolescents.
She works collaboratively with clients to explore and reshape unhelpful thoughts and patterns of behaviour, supporting personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and lasting change.
Rebecca specialises in working with:
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Repeating or unhelpful patterns of behaviour
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Trauma
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Grief and loss
In sessions, Rebecca focuses on what matters most to you, working at a pace that feels safe and comfortable. She offers both short-term therapy for specific concerns and longer-term work for more deeply rooted or ongoing issues.
Her approach is warm, open, and down-to-earth. Rebecca values respect, honesty, and gentle humour, using these to build a trusting therapeutic relationship where clients feel able to explore their difficulties and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing.
Tina Mills
Therapist & Supervisor
Online
Tina Mills is an integrative counsellor and supervisor whose work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change begins with genuine human connection.
With over 37 years of experience, she has supported individuals and families through some of life’s most complex and challenging moments, offering steady, compassionate guidance during times of uncertainty and transition.
A significant part of Tina’s career has been spent working within addiction services, where she has witnessed both the weight of long-standing struggles and the resilience that can emerge when people feel understood and supported. Alongside this, she has worked with adults presenting with a wide range of difficulties, including trauma, depression, low motivation, relationship breakdowns, anger, stress, grief, loss, health-related challenges, and periods of feeling stuck or directionless.
Supporting adolescents and young adults has also been a meaningful part of Tina’s practice. She has worked with young people navigating identity, emotional overwhelm, family difficulties, and the pressures of growing into adulthood.
Tina’s grief work has been deeply influenced by her time volunteering in a hospice, where she supported individuals facing loss and uncertainty. These experiences continue to inform the grounded, thoughtful way she works with clients experiencing bereavement or major life transitions, always respecting the personal pace of grief.
How Tina Works
As an integrative therapist, Tina draws from a range of therapeutic approaches, tailoring the work to suit each person’s needs. She offers both longer-term therapy for deeper exploration and shorter-term, solution-focused work for those wanting support with specific goals or immediate challenges. Together, the work is shaped around what feels most helpful and meaningful to you.
What You Can Expect
Clients and supervisees often describe Tina as warm, open, and thoughtful. She offers a calm, supportive space where you can speak freely and make sense of what you are experiencing. Her aim is to help you gain clarity, understanding, and a stronger sense of direction as you move forward.
Janet Wells-Cutler
Therapist
Janet is a fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of the BACP.
She offers a calm, compassionate and supportive space where clients are met with empathy, respect and care, and where they can feel safe to explore what’s going on for them at their own pace.
Janet provides face-to-face, telephone and online counselling, as well as walking and talking therapy for those who feel more comfortable outdoors or who may find sitting in a traditional therapy room challenging. She believes therapy should be accessible and adaptable, shaped around what helps each client feel most at ease.
She works with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and difficulties related to coercive control and domestic abuse. Janet also has experience supporting neurodivergent clients and is committed to offering therapy that is flexible, affirming and tailored to individual needs.
Alongside talking therapy, Janet can incorporate creative approaches such as sketching, drawing, painting or working with stones, when helpful. These optional methods can offer an alternative way to express thoughts and emotions that may be hard to put into words, and are always guided by each client’s preferences and comfort.
Janet’s aim is to support you in feeling heard, understood and empowered, helping you move towards greater clarity, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
Clare Cavalli
Breathwork & Bodywork
Facilitator
Clare Cavalli is a trauma-informed Breathwork and Bodywork Facilitator who supports clients in releasing anxiety and tension held within the body.
She combines conscious connected breathwork with gentle somatic practices, offering a safe, supportive space for nervous system regulation and deep emotional healing.
Clare’s work helps clients reconnect with themselves, release stored stress, and build resilience through body-based awareness, breath, and touch. Her sessions are tailored to each individual, honouring their unique pace and process.
Clients often experience:
- Greater emotional calm and clarity
- A deeper connection to their body
- Relief from anxiety and held tension
- Enhanced resilience and well-being
Clare’s approach is grounded, intuitive, and focused on helping clients move toward a more regulated and embodied sense of self.
John Devlin
Therapist
(Adults & Adolescents)
Registered Member MBACP
382125
John Devlin is a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP).
He works integratively, with a strong foundation in Person-Centred therapy, offering clients a supportive and compassionate space to explore their challenges.
John provides counselling for adults over 18 from his relaxed garden room near Aylesford and Maidstone in Kent. His approach is warm and gentle, placing each client’s well-being and individual needs at the heart of the therapeutic relationship.
John works with a range of difficulties, including:
- Bereavement and loss
- Anxiety & stress
- Low mood & depression
- Low self-esteem
- Life changes & transitions
- Relationship challenges
Rather than offering quick fixes, John supports clients on their personal journey of understanding, helping them to make sense of what they are experiencing and develop their own strategies and solutions.
John is committed to walking alongside clients as they navigate life’s challenges, providing a safe and non-judgmental space for meaningful change.
Sarah Marziano
Therapist
Sarah Marziano is a Psychodynamic Counsellor who offers weekly face-to-face sessions for adults.
Her work is informed by a range of counselling models, including psychodynamic, systemic, and brief-focused therapy, allowing her to tailor sessions to each client’s individual needs.
Sarah works with clients experiencing a variety of difficulties that may affect quality of life, including:
- Anxiety and stress
- Low mood and depression
- Relationship challenges
- Life transitions and personal struggles
At the heart of her approach is the therapeutic relationship. Sarah provides a safe and confidential space where clients feel truly heard and able to discuss their challenges openly. Through this supportive process, clients are encouraged to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to find new perspectives and long-lasting change.
Moira Mitchell
Therapist
Moira Mitchell is a qualified integrative counsellor who is passionate about supporting people through life’s challenges with clarity, compassion, and understanding.
She offers a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing.
As an integrative counsellor, Moira draws on a range of therapeutic approaches, including person-centred, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This flexible approach allows her to tailor sessions to each individual, working collaboratively to support their goals, needs, and personal journey.
Moira believes that therapy is not about giving advice or telling someone what to do. Instead, it is about creating a space where clients feel able to reflect, gain insight, and make choices that feel right for them.
Moira supports clients experiencing a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Depression and low mood
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Relationship difficulties
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Life transitions and change
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Grief and bereavement
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Addictive behaviours
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The effects of past or present abuse
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Identity-related concerns
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Trauma and past experiences
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Health-related challenges
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Difficulties managing intense emotions
Her aim is to help clients develop greater self-understanding, resilience, and confidence as they move forward in their lives.
Sam Jones
Nutrition Therapist
& Trainee Psychotherapist
Sam Jones specialises in exploring the connection between physiology, chronic stress, and trauma. Her work focuses on understanding how prolonged stress affects the body and how personalised, evidence-informed support can help restore balance and resilience.
Sam is an accredited Nutritional Therapist and Master Nutrigenomic Practitioner. She works with each client’s unique biology, recognising that recovery is individual. Her approach looks beyond symptoms to identify underlying physiological patterns that may be maintaining stress responses.
Her work may include:
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Genetic testing to explore susceptibility to stress and inflammation
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Food intolerance and gut health support
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Microbiome balance and gut integrity
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Assessment of neurotransmitter function and nutrient status
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Blood sugar regulation
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Nervous system support, including cortisol testing
A key question within Sam’s work is whether current lifestyle patterns are supporting recovery or inadvertently reinforcing stress and trauma responses.
Sam holds a Certificate in Nutritional Medicine for PTSD and Complex PTSD. She also offers the James Greenblatt naturopathic ADHD protocol, ‘Finally Focused,’ providing targeted nutritional support for attention and focus difficulties.
Low-Cost Counselling via Zoom
Alongside her nutritional practice, Sam is in the third year of her psychotherapy training and offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions via Zoom as a student therapist. She provides a calm, trauma-informed space where clients can explore their experiences safely and at their own pace.
Ella Pearce
Therapist
(Adults & Adolescents)
Ella Pearce is a qualified counsellor with over 25 years' experience as a nurse, bringing a strong understanding of both physical and mental health to her work.
She has worked in acute psychiatric settings, supporting individuals with complex mental health needs, and has experience working with young people and within counselling training environments.
Ella has a particular interest in the impact of childhood trauma, including its links to chronic conditions such as fibromyalgia, as well as ADHD and emotional well-being.
Her approach is warm, active, and collaborative. While rooted in person-centred therapy, she also integrates psychoeducation and creative techniques, offering a more engaged and responsive style of working.
Ella supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Trauma and its lasting effects
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Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
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ADHD and neurodiversity
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Chronic pain and health-related challenges
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Self-esteem and relationship difficulties
Ella places great importance on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and offers a welcoming, non-clinical space where clients can feel safe and at ease. She works with honesty and compassion, supporting clients to better understand themselves and move towards meaningful, lasting change.
Claire Hodder
Therapist
(Adults, Children & Couples)
Claire Hodder is a qualified counsellor who offers a calm and compassionate space for couples, adults, and children aged 8+ to explore life’s challenges at their own pace.
She is accredited by the NCPS and registered with the BACP, and is committed to providing ethical, high-quality therapy alongside ongoing professional development.
Claire works using an integrative, trauma-informed approach, tailoring therapy to the individual needs of each client. Her work is grounded in warmth, curiosity, and respect, helping clients feel safe to explore their experiences and move towards meaningful change.
Claire supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and depression
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Trauma and complex PTSD
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Grief and bereavement
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Relationship and family difficulties
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Life transitions and emotional overwhelm
Claire also brings valuable experience from her work within a local hospice, where she supported individuals and families through bereavement, end-of-life experiences, and the emotional impact of living with serious illness.
She offers both in-person and online sessions, providing a supportive and non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
Claire continues to expand her practice through ongoing training, including EMDR and other therapeutic approaches.
Polly Dimmock
Therapist
(Adults, Children & Young People)
Polly Dimmock is a qualified counsellor with over 25 years of experience supporting children, young people, adults, and families.
Her work is rooted in a person-centred approach, offering a calm, caring, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace.
Polly has spent many years working within school settings and is deeply passionate about supporting children and young people with their mental health and emotional wellbeing. She understands how anxiety, stress, and emotional difficulties can affect confidence, relationships, and the ability to engage with learning, and is committed to helping young people build resilience and develop healthy coping strategies.
Alongside her work with children and adolescents, Polly also supports adults navigating life’s challenges, including stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. Her aim is to help clients better understand themselves, reconnect with their strengths, and move forward with greater confidence and balance.
Polly also has experience working within CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), giving her valuable insight into the challenges many young people face when trying to access support.
Polly supports clients with difficulties including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low confidence and self-esteem
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Emotional overwhelm
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Relationship and family difficulties
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Life transitions and change
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Children and young people’s mental health
Sari Malhomme
Therapist
Sari is a qualified counsellor and registered member of the BACP, offering therapy from her practice in Maidstone town centre.
She provides a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel safe to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.
Sari has a particular interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, neglect, or abuse, and understands the lasting impact these experiences can have on emotional wellbeing, relationships, and self-esteem. She also supports clients struggling with anxiety, depression, low confidence, and feelings of overwhelm.
Her approach is compassionate, thoughtful, and grounded in the belief that every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgement. Sari is passionate about the work she does and feels continually humbled by the resilience and life experiences of the people she supports. She aims to help clients better understand themselves, process difficult emotions, and move towards greater confidence, healing, and emotional balance.
Sari supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Trauma, neglect, and abuse
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Anxiety and depression
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Emotional overwhelm and stress
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Relationship and life difficulties
Alongside running her own private practice, Sari also works within the NHS and for a local charity, bringing a wide breadth of experience and understanding to her therapeutic work.
Jenna Wills
Therapist & Supervisor
(Adults, Children & Young People)
Jenna Wills is a qualified counsellor and clinical supervisor with over 12 years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
She offers a safe, confidential, and supportive space where clients can talk openly, feel heard, and explore their experiences without judgment.
Jenna understands that reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, whether you are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, or simply a sense that something does not feel quite right. Her approach is warm, compassionate, and respectful, and she works collaboratively with clients at a pace that feels comfortable for them.
Jenna supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low mood and depression
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Relationship difficulties
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Grief and loss
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Emotional overwhelm
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Feeling stuck or uncertain
She believes that counselling can help people gain greater self-awareness, process difficult experiences, and develop healthier ways of coping and moving forward.
Alongside her counselling work, Jenna is also a qualified clinical supervisor, offering professional supervision for counsellors, therapists, and other helping professionals. She has experience working within NHS settings, where she has managed and supervised counsellors and healthcare professionals, bringing both clinical knowledge and practical experience to her supervisory work.
Emma Cumberbatch
Therapist & Supervisor
(Children, Adolescents, Adults)
Emma Cumberbatch is an integrative counsellor and clinical supervisor who works in a collaborative and tailored way, adapting therapy to meet each client’s individual needs.
Alongside talking therapy, she may incorporate creative approaches such as art, sand tray work, puppets, or role-play, depending on what feels most comfortable and helpful for the client.
Emma is also a qualified humanistic and integrative clinical supervisor, offering supervision both online and in person. In addition to private supervision, she facilitates monthly supervision for a group of Cruse Bereavement volunteers.
With over ten years of experience working with adults, children, and adolescents, Emma has supported clients across a range of settings, including the NHS, Rape Crisis, and Cruse Bereavement Care. She offers counselling in person, online, and via telephone.
Emma supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Trauma and sexual assault
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Bereavement and loss
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Anxiety and stress
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Neurodiversity
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Anger and emotional overwhelm
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Identity, meaning, and life transitions
Her work is grounded in an existential perspective, recognising that questions around identity, purpose, connection, and meaning often sit beneath emotional distress. Emma understands that talking about emotions does not come easily to everyone, and she offers a gentle, supportive space where clients can explore their experiences safely and at their own pace.
Not taking on new clients
Victoria Moore
Therapist
(Individuals, Couples, Families & Groups)
Victoria is a highly qualified Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Integrative Counsellor, and Registered Mental Health Nurse with a career dedicated to mental health.
She has worked in a variety of roles within both the NHS and private healthcare and has run her own private practice since 2002.
Victoria offers therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups, providing sessions in-person at her welcoming rooms in Maidstone (ME14 1HH) and Tonbridge (TN11 0LZ ), as well as online via Microsoft Teams and WhatsApp.
She has a particular interest in working with personality disorders and neurodiversity, bringing both expertise and sensitivity to these areas.
Clients often describe Victoria as:
- Compassionate & understanding
- Stimulating & thought-provoking in her approach
- Skilled at creating a safe, supportive & engaging therapeutic space
Her wealth of experience, combined with a deeply compassionate manner, allows her to support clients in exploring challenges, developing insight, and moving toward lasting change.
Not taking on new clients
Shirley Moore
Therapist
Shirley is a UKCP and BACP-registered Integrative Psychotherapist who draws on a range of psychological approaches to tailor her work to each individual client.
Her practice is flexible and client-focused, ensuring that therapy is shaped around personal needs and goals.
Shirley has a particular interest in helping clients connect with their own inner wisdom, supporting them to rediscover or embrace parts of themselves that may have been hidden, disowned, or yet to be discovered. With a longstanding mindfulness practice, she often incorporates mindfulness-based approaches into her work, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
In addition to psychotherapy, Shirley is also a qualified coach, offering clients the opportunity to combine therapeutic insight with practical tools for growth and change.
Not taking on new clients
Maria Delasaux
Therapist
Maria brings over 30 years of experience in mental health and neurodiversity, including more than a decade of specialising in trauma.
Her own lived experiences further fuel her passion for supporting people through both past and present difficulties.
Working in a pluralistic way, Maria draws on Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approaches. This allows her to tailor sessions to each client, offering a bespoke approach that is responsive to individual needs.
Maria also integrates additional therapeutic techniques, including:
- Breathwork
- Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
- Trauma-focused methods
- Somatic approaches
- Flash Technique
She works with clients of all ages on issues such as:
- Trauma (past or present)
- Anxiety and stress
- Grief and loss
- Relationship challenges
- Workplace difficulties
- Neurodiversity (diagnosed or self-identified)
Maria provides a safe, compassionate space where clients feel supported to explore their experiences, regulate their emotions, and move forward with greater resilience and confidence.
Allison Withers
Therapist
(Individuals, Children & Couples )
Allison Withers is a qualified counsellor working with individuals, couples, and young people aged 10–18.
She offers a calm, supportive, and confidential space where clients can talk openly and feel heard without judgment.
Her approach is grounded in person-centred therapy, focusing on building a safe and trusting relationship where clients feel accepted, understood, and able to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Allison works in an integrative way, tailoring her approach to meet each client’s individual needs.
Allison supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and feeling overwhelmed
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Relationship and communication challenges
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Disconnection within relationships
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Low mood and depression
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Trauma and past experiences
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Life transitions and uncertainty
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Emotional challenges in young people
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Neurodiversity and feeling misunderstood
She works with individuals and couples across a range of relationship styles, including same-sex relationships, offering a respectful, inclusive, and non-judgemental space for all.
Allison’s work is informed by person-centred therapy, CBT, and relationship counselling approaches, including Imago-informed work.
She offers both short-term and longer-term therapy.
Sessions are available in-person in Maidstone (ME14 1HH) and Rochester (ME1 1LD), as well as online via Zoom.
Grace Padonu
Student Therapist
Grace Padonu is an integrative student therapist registered with the BACP, working with a blend of psychodynamic, CBT, and person-centred approaches.
This allows her to explore past experiences, understand the roots of current difficulties, and support clients in creating meaningful change.
Grace is passionate about creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, accepted, and able to be themselves. She works at each person’s pace, offering a calm and patient presence, particularly when clients are experiencing emotional pain or overwhelm. Her approach is holistic, recognising how personal experiences, environment, culture, and identity can all shape wellbeing.
With a background in education, youth work, substance misuse, and the criminal justice sector, Grace brings over 10 years of experience supporting a wide range of clients, including young people and adults facing complex life challenges.
Grace supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Family and relationship issues
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Feelings of abandonment or rejection
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Trauma and difficult life experiences
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Depression, stress, and anxiety
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Substance misuse
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Developing self-awareness and self-worth
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student therapist, Grace offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, providing accessible support for those seeking therapy. She offers face-to-face sessions and currently has flexible availability.
Jessie Drinkwater
Therapist
(Individuals, Children & Young People )
Jessie Drinkwater is a qualified person-centred counsellor who offers a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and accepted.
She works with young people aged 12+, adults, parents, and carers, helping them navigate life's challenges and move towards greater wellbeing and fulfilment.
Jessie’s approach is rooted in person-centred therapy, placing you at the heart of the counselling process. She believes that everyone has the capacity for growth and change when given the right environment and support.
Alongside her person-centred approach, she can incorporate CBT-informed strategies and practical coping tools where appropriate, helping clients better understand and manage difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Having worked with young people, young adults, adults, parents, and carers in a variety of settings, Jessie understands the pressures and complexities that modern life can bring. She provides a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences openly and honestly, without fear of judgement.
Jessie supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low mood and depression
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Self-esteem and confidence issues
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Emotional overwhelm
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Relationship and family challenges
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Life transitions and personal growth
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Young people's emotional well-being
She aims to help clients develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence, enabling them to make positive changes and create a life that feels more meaningful and manageable.
Jessie offers both face-to-face counselling in Maidstone and online sessions, providing flexible support that can fit around individual needs and lifestyles.
Zena Ransley
Therapist
(Individuals, Children & Young People)
Zena Ransley is a qualified counsellor who offers a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace.
She is known for her gentle, attuned approach, creating a calm and grounded environment where clients feel safe to bring whatever is weighing on them without fear of pressure or judgement.
Zena believes that therapy should feel collaborative and empowering, with the therapeutic relationship at the heart of the work. Her approach is relational and person-centred, recognising that every individual’s story is unique and that healing looks different for everyone. She works alongside clients with compassion and curiosity, helping them gain a greater understanding of themselves and their experiences.
Zena supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Relationship difficulties
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Emotional overwhelm
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Grief and loss
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Life transitions and personal challenges
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Trauma and difficult past experiences
She understands that reaching out for support can feel daunting and is committed to creating a space where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and understood. Whether someone is looking to explore long-standing patterns or navigate a current challenge, Zena offers a steady and supportive presence throughout the process.
Zena provides online, telephone, and in-person counselling, offering flexible support in a welcoming environment where clients can show up exactly as they are.
Katherine (Kat) Clark
Therapist
Katherine "Kat" Clark is a person-centred counsellor who is passionate about making therapy feel accessible, welcoming, and less intimidating.
She offers a confidential, supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgement, working at a pace that feels comfortable and right for them.
Kat understands that life can present challenges regardless of age, background, gender, sexuality, or life circumstances. Whether you are facing a specific difficulty or simply feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of your next steps, she provides a warm and accepting environment where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.
As an LGBTQIA+ affirming counsellor, Kat is committed to creating an inclusive space where clients can bring their whole selves to therapy. She has additional training in working with trauma and also supports neurodivergent adults, including those who identify as autistic, ADHD, AuDHD, or who may be exploring a formal diagnosis.
Kat supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Depression and low mood
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Trauma and difficult life experiences
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Relationship and family issues
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Grief and bereavement
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Self-esteem and confidence
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Sexuality and identity exploration
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Workplace challenges and burnout
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Neurodiversity and self-understanding
Alongside traditional talking therapy, Kat can also incorporate creative approaches, including art and movement-based techniques, where appropriate.
She aims to help clients develop greater self-awareness, build resilience, and move towards a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.
Kat Harrington
Therapist / Hypnotherapist / NLP
(Individuals, Children & Young People)
Kat Harrington is an accredited NLP Practitioner, Hypnotherapist, and Person-Centred Counsellor working with adults, children, and young people.
With over 16 years of experience within the NHS as a nurse, health visitor, and counsellor, she brings a holistic understanding of both emotional wellbeing and physical health to her work.
Kat offers a flexible and tailored approach, providing sessions face-to-face, online via MS Teams, or at home where appropriate.
Drawing on counselling, NLP, and hypnotherapy, she helps clients overcome difficulties, build resilience, and create meaningful and lasting change.
Kat supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Sleep difficulties
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Confidence and self-esteem
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Fears and phobias
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Trauma and difficult life experiences
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Chronic pain
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Procrastination and focus
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Public speaking and performance anxiety
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Parenthood, baby loss, and traumatic birth experiences
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Identity and personal development
Kat believes that every client is unique and works collaboratively to find the most effective approach for their needs. Whether through counselling, NLP techniques, or hypnotherapy, she provides a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental environment where clients can explore challenges, develop new perspectives, and move towards a happier and more fulfilling life.
Many of the techniques Kat uses work directly with the unconscious mind, helping clients process unhelpful patterns and experiences efficiently, often creating positive change in a relatively short period of time.
Karis McCreight
StudentTherapist
Karis McCreight is an integrative student counsellor and registered member of the BACP, offering a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace.
She is passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges and believes that everyone deserves to feel heard, understood, and accepted.
Working from an integrative approach, Karis draws on a range of therapeutic theories and techniques, tailoring her work to meet the unique needs of each individual. She values the importance of building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship, creating an environment where clients feel comfortable exploring both current difficulties and deeper patterns that may be affecting their well-being.
Alongside her counselling training, Karis works within a secondary school, supporting young people through the challenges of adolescence, including emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions. This experience has strengthened her passion for working with young people and deepened her understanding of the pressures they face in today's world.
Karis supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Emotional well-being and resilience
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Relationship and family difficulties
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Life transitions and personal challenges
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Young people's mental health and wellbeing
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student counsellor, Karis offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, providing accessible support for those seeking therapy. She aims to offer a compassionate and collaborative space where clients can gain greater self-awareness, develop healthier coping strategies, and move towards positive and meaningful change.
Arron Spice
Student Therapist
Arron Spice is a Level 4 student counsellor who brings a wealth of life experience, empathy, and understanding to his therapeutic work. He offers a warm, supportive, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences safely and at their own pace.
Before training as a counsellor, Arron served for 10 years in HM Forces, undertaking both operational and ceremonial roles in the UK and overseas. Since leaving the military, he has worked across a variety of sectors and, for the past six years, has been a full-time therapeutic foster carer supporting children with traumatic life experiences and complex social and emotional needs.
These diverse experiences have given him valuable insight into resilience, identity, change, and the challenges people can face throughout life.
Arron’s journey into counselling was inspired by his own experience of therapy and a desire to support others through difficult times. He has a particular interest in working with veterans, men’s mental health, addiction, trauma, and those navigating significant life transitions.
Arron supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Trauma and adverse life experiences
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Men's mental health
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Veteran and military-related issues
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Addiction and recovery
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Emotional well-being and resilience
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Life transitions and personal challenges
Arron believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change. His approach is grounded in compassion, authenticity, and respect, helping clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work towards greater self-awareness and well-being.
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student counsellor, Arron offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, providing accessible support for individuals seeking therapy. He is committed to creating a safe and collaborative environment where clients can explore their challenges and develop the tools and confidence to move forward.
Ina Ojo
Therapist (Individuals, Young People, Couples & Families)
Ina Ojo is a qualified counsellor offering individual, couples, and family therapy in a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental environment.
She works alongside adults and young people, providing a safe and supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a pace that feels right for them.
Ina's approach is grounded in Person-Centred therapy and informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), allowing her to tailor sessions to each client's individual needs. She believes in treating every person with dignity, respect, and integrity, creating an inclusive environment where clients feel accepted regardless of their age, race, gender, sexuality, religion, disability, or background.
With over six years of experience, Ina has supported clients through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, helping them develop greater understanding, resilience, and confidence.
Ina supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety, stress, and depression
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Trauma and adverse life experiences
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Bereavement and loss
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Anger management
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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Substance misuse and addiction
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Gambling addiction and gambling-related harm
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Domestic abuse (supporting both victims and perpetrators)
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Shame, guilt, and emotional wellbeing
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Sexual trauma and the impact of sexual offending
Ina has a particular interest in supporting clients affected by addiction, mental health difficulties, and trauma. She aims to help clients feel heard, understood, and empowered as they work towards lasting change and improved emotional wellbeing.
Sofia Kafetzoglou
Therapist
(Adults & Young People)
Sofia Kafetzoglou is an integrative counsellor who offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
She believes that therapy is a collaborative journey, working alongside each client at a pace that feels comfortable while building a trusting therapeutic relationship.
Sofia works in an integrative way, drawing on psychodynamic, cognitive, existential, humanistic, and relational approaches to tailor therapy to each individual's unique needs. She supports both short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy, helping clients gain greater self-awareness, process difficult experiences, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Sofia supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety, stress, and depression
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Trauma and abuse
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Neurodiversity, including ADHD
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OCD and burnout
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Bereavement and loss
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Relationship difficulties and life transitions
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Parenting challenges
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Substance misuse
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Self-harm, shame, guilt, and emotional regulation
Alongside her private practice, Sofia works with a specialist organisation supporting young people and adults affected by sexual abuse, sexual assault, and rape. This experience has given her extensive knowledge in working with complex trauma and its emotional impact, helping clients rebuild confidence, strengthen resilience, and move towards healing in a way that feels safe and empowering.
Denisa Collins
Therapist
Denisa Collins is a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering therapy both in person and online to clients across the UK. She works using a pluralistic approach, tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs, preferences, and goals.
Originally from Slovakia, Denisa is fluent in English, Slovak, and Czech, allowing her to support clients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Denisa has extensive experience supporting survivors of sexual abuse and rape, helping clients rebuild a sense of safety, understand the impact of trauma, and regain confidence in themselves and their relationships. She believes that healing takes time and is committed to offering a compassionate, reflective space where clients can explore their experiences without judgement or pressure.
Denisa supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety, depression, and negative thinking
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Childhood trauma and sexual abuse
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Relationship and family difficulties
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Family estrangement
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Fertility issues and pregnancy trauma
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Bereavement and loss
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Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
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Sexuality and identity
Denisa's approach is warm, down-to-earth, and empathic. She works alongside clients to understand the deeper roots of their difficulties, helping them make sense of their experiences, recognise their own strengths, and create meaningful, lasting change. Her aim is to empower clients to make choices that reflect their values and live a life that feels authentic and fulfilling.
Hilary Wells
Student Therapist
Hilary Wells is a student therapist training in a range of humanistic approaches, offering a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at their own pace.
She believes that every individual has an innate capacity for growth, healing, and positive change, and is passionate about supporting clients as they work towards greater emotional wellbeing and self-understanding.
Hilary views the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership, where trust, empathy, and acceptance provide the foundation for meaningful change. She works holistically, supporting clients to explore both the challenges they are currently facing and the deeper patterns that may be influencing their lives. Whether clients are seeking support with a specific issue or looking to gain a greater understanding of themselves, Hilary provides a safe environment in which they can feel heard, valued, and understood.
Hilary supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Depression and low mood
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Grief and bereavement
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Emotional overwhelm
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Life transitions and personal challenges
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Identity and self-discovery
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Personal growth and emotional wellbeing
Before training as a therapist, Hilary gained extensive experience as a coach, supporting people with complex mental health challenges as they navigated employment and significant life changes. This experience has strengthened her belief in each person's potential to overcome difficulties and build a more fulfilling future.
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student therapist, Hilary offers a limited number of low-cost face-to-face counselling sessions, providing accessible and affordable support for those seeking therapy. She is committed to creating a compassionate and collaborative space where clients can develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence as they move towards meaningful and lasting change.
Linda Applin
Student Therapist
Linda is a student therapist and registered member of the BACP, offering a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a safe and supportive environment.
Working from an integrative perspective, she draws upon Person-Centred, Gestalt, and Existential approaches, tailoring her work to meet each client's individual needs while continuing to develop her knowledge and skills throughout her professional training.
Linda believes that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when they feel genuinely heard, understood, and accepted. She values the importance of building a trusting therapeutic relationship, working collaboratively with clients at a pace that feels comfortable and respectful of their unique experiences.
Linda supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Depression and low mood
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Fears and phobias
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Bereavement and loss
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Life transitions and personal challenges
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Emotional wellbeing and resilience
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Identity and self-exploration
Linda has experience supporting both young people and adults from a wide range of backgrounds. She is committed to creating an inclusive, ethical, and welcoming environment where clients feel safe to explore whatever they choose to bring to therapy. Her aim is to help clients develop greater self-awareness, strengthen their resilience, and move towards meaningful and lasting positive change.
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student therapist, Linda offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, providing accessible support for those seeking therapy. She is passionate about helping clients feel empowered, understood, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.
Holly Buck
Student Therapist
Holly Buck is a trainee counsellor who offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and accepted.
She is passionate about supporting people through life's challenges, believing that everyone deserves a safe environment in which they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgement.
Working from an integrative approach, Holly draws primarily on Person-Centred and Psychodynamic theories, tailoring her work to meet the unique needs of each individual. She believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship is at the heart of meaningful change and is committed to providing a genuine, empathic, and collaborative space where clients can develop greater self-awareness, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
At the core of Holly's practice are empathy, active listening, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. She is committed to continually developing her knowledge and skills through professional training, self-reflection, and supervised clinical practice, ensuring she offers ethical and compassionate support to every client.
Holly supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Depression and low mood
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Relationship and family difficulties
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Emotional wellbeing
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Life transitions and personal challenges
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Identity and self-discovery
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Personal growth and self-awareness
Low-Cost Counselling
As a trainee counsellor, Holly offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, making therapy more accessible for those seeking support. She is dedicated to creating a warm, respectful, and collaborative environment where clients can feel empowered to explore their experiences, gain new perspectives, and move towards meaningful and lasting positive change.
Nikki Hanson
Student Therapist
Nikki Hanson is an integrative counsellor who offers a warm, compassionate, and non-judgemental space where clients can feel heard, accepted, and supported.
She believes that a trusting therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for meaningful change, allowing clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a pace that feels right for them.
Working from an integrative approach, Nikki draws on Person-Centred, Gestalt, and Existential therapies, tailoring her work to meet each individual's unique needs. She works collaboratively with clients, helping them develop greater self-awareness, build resilience, and navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity.
Before training as a counsellor, Nikki spent many years supporting children, young people, and families in caring roles. This experience has strengthened her understanding of the importance of empathy, acceptance, and creating safe relationships where people feel valued and understood.
Nikki supports clients with a range of difficulties, including:
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Anxiety and stress
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Low mood and depression
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Bereavement and loss
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Relationship difficulties
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Low self-esteem and confidence
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Life transitions and change
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Menopause, perimenopause, and hormonal wellbeing
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Personal growth and self-awareness
Nikki has a particular interest in supporting those navigating menopause, perimenopause, and hormonal changes, recognising the significant emotional and psychological impact these experiences can have. She is committed to working within the BACP Ethical Framework and continually develops her practice through ongoing training, supervision, and reflective practice.
Low-Cost Counselling
As a student therapist, Nikki offers a limited number of low-cost counselling sessions, providing accessible support for those seeking therapy. She is passionate about helping clients feel empowered, understood, and supported throughout their therapeutic journey.