Who am I?
I would say I’m an intuitive person with a knack for connecting with and understanding people. My loved ones would describe me as a caring and compassionate person, a good listener and generally someone people know they could turn to. As a counsellor I offer my clients absolute acceptance from the get-go, a safe space where there is no judgment, and a friendly face who is here to listen. I consider it a real privilege to be able to connect with my clients and accompany them on their own path of self-discovery.
As a counsellor my approach is to be responsive and adaptive, and to offer each client their own tailored counselling experience. My training has been predominantly in CBT and for some clients this has been the best approach. For other clients I have adopted a more integrative approach with a focus on multiple therapies, in a way which is most effective for the client.
I have worked with people suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, depression, trauma, fertility/pregnancy and/or postpartum issues, stress, addictions, relationship struggles, and also those who are generally looking to make a change in their life.
Whatever situation you are facing, my aim is to put you at ease and offer a safe space where you will feel supported and listened to.
Before counselling my background was in copywriting and editing. I worked in corporate communications for many years, and laterally in change management within a large organisation. My education and previous roles have always been centred around communication with people, but I wanted to take that passion a step further and decided to re-train as a Counsellor.
I hold the COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate and have completed the Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) this year (Award pending).
I undertake regular Supervision to maintain and develop my professional practice.
“Jan’s calm and supportive manner immediately put me at ease during what was a very difficult time in my life. Jan’s ability to understand the root cause of my anxiety, and perhaps more importantly, to help me understand this, was second to none. This was perhaps the most painful part of therapy for me but Jan calmly guided me through this in a gentle, patient and encouraging manner. Delving into my thought patterns and understanding my own responses to emotions has been a real breakthrough. I couldn’t have achieved this without her support. Jan’s professional manner and calm approach have set me on the road to healing. Jan helped me understand that counselling/therapy is not a quick fix process but rather a journey of self-reflection and awareness. I have been delighted with support Jan was able to offer me and would not hesitate to recommend her to others.”
“Initially I was desperate and sceptical all in one but Jan made me feel safe to push through. Gently nudging me along when needed and offering me compassion in abundance. I felt very connected to Jan, like she understood me and what I was saying (something that’s very rare for me) this was a sign to me how much she knows her stuff and how good a therapist she is. So so grateful to Jan for her time, patience, perseverance and commitment to a process of CBT as it has helped me no end. For the first time in my entire life I am hopeful for the future.”
