Counselling can be helpful for many different reasons. You might be experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship difficulties, anger, family conflict or a significant change in your life.

You don't need to have a diagnosis or know exactly what's wrong before you get in touch. Sometimes you may simply feel overwhelmed, stuck or unsure of what to do next.

We can talk about what's happening for you and explore what support might be helpful.

I use a range of therapeutic approaches, including Person-Centred Therapy, Transactional Analysis, Gestalt and CBT, and I also incorporate EFT tapping where appropriate.

Rather than following a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor our sessions to you and what you need. We can work together to understand what's happening, explore patterns and develop ways of coping that feel right for you.

You don't need to understand the different types of therapy before you come to counselling. That's my job, your job is simply to be yourself.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and for you to talk about what has brought you to counselling.

There is no pressure to tell me everything straight away. We'll talk about what you would like support with, what you hope to get from counselling and how we might work together.

You can ask questions too. It's important that you feel comfortable with me, and that counselling feels like the right fit for you.

You don't have to prepare anything beforehand, just come as you are.

Counselling sessions last 60 minutes and take place weekly or at a frequency that we agree together.

Sessions are £75, whether you choose face-to-face counselling at The Bridge Centre in Mickleover or online counselling.

I offer a free initial telephone conversation so that you can ask any questions and decide whether LYFE Counselling feels right for you.

There is no fixed number of sessions, as everyone is different. Some people may find that a few sessions are enough, while others may benefit from longer-term support.

We'll work together at a pace that feels right for you and regularly review how things are going.

Face-to-face sessions take place at The Bridge Centre for Natural Health in Mickleover, Derby, in a comfortable and confidential therapy room.

Online sessions are also available for clients across the UK.

The Bridge Centre has parking available, making it easy to access your session.

There is no set number of sessions that everyone needs. We will discuss what feels appropriate for you and review things together as we go.

Some people find that a shorter period of counselling is helpful, while others benefit from longer-term support. Your needs, circumstances and goals will guide this.

I don't believe counselling should continue simply for the sake of it. We'll regularly check in about how things are going and whether you feel you're getting what you need from our sessions.

Finishing counselling is something we can talk about together when you feel you are ready.

We will review the progress you've made, what you've learned and the things that may help you continue moving forward after our sessions end.

There is no pressure to continue counselling if you feel you have reached a point where you no longer need it. Equally, if you feel you need further support, we can talk about what that might look like.

The aim is for you to leave counselling feeling that you have the understanding, tools and confidence to take your next steps.

I offer counselling to adults, young people, couples and famalies, both face-to-face in Mickleover, Derby, and online across the UK.

I work with people for a wide range of reasons, whether you're experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, low confidence, grief, life changes or simply feeling that things have become difficult to manage.

You don't need to know exactly what type of support you need before getting in touch. We can talk about what's happening for you and explore whether counselling with LYFE feels right.

Private counselling gives you dedicated one-to-one time in a confidential setting, without the need for a referral or waiting for an appointment through the NHS.

It can offer flexibility around appointment times and allow us to focus specifically on what you need support with.

At LYFE Counselling, sessions are tailored to you and your circumstances, with the aim of helping you understand what you're experiencing and find ways to move forward.

Yes. What you talk about in counselling is treated as confidential, and I will explain how confidentiality works when we begin working together.

There are some important limits to confidentiality, particularly where there is a serious concern about someone's safety or wellbeing, or where I have a professional or legal responsibility to share information.

I'll always aim to be open with you about these limits and, wherever possible, talk with you before information is shared.

If you have any questions about confidentiality, you're very welcome to ask before starting counselling.