Dave | Integrative Counsellor - Person Centre Core

Reaching out for support takes raw courage and is brave,  I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, empathy and compassion as you move towards healing.

Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, low in mood, facing life changes, grief, low self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self harm or navigating neurodivergence, to mention a few.

You'll be welcomed into a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental space, where you will be listened to, heard and validated. Together, we'll collaborate towards a greater understanding of yourself, improved day-to-day well-being, personal growth and the confidence to thrive. I have had personal counselling myself over several years and lived experience of trauma.

Every person is different and as an integrative counsellor with a person-centred foundation, I tailor therapy to you. Together we'll discover what works best, using talking therapy, grounding, somatic awareness, drawing, visualisation and other therapeutic approaches to uncover the strengths and tools you already have.

Reaching out for support takes raw courage and is brave, I know I have been there. I'm here to walk alongside you with warmth, empathy and compassion as you move towards healing, growth and the confidence to thrive in everyday life.

My professional training is enriched by personal lived experience of trauma and mental health recovery. Combined with ongoing professional development and regular clinical supervision, this helps me offer compassionate, ethical and person-centred support grounded in both knowledge and understanding.

Having worked within the emergency services for over two decades, I have gained extensive experience of working alongside people from all walks of life, often during some of the most difficult and challenging moments they have faced.

These experiences taught me the importance of seeing the person first.

My understanding also comes from lived experience. I have experienced counselling from the other side of the room and have my own lived experience of trauma and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD).

My journey has involved finding my own way forward, learning what recovery means for me and, ultimately, moving beyond simply surviving towards living and thriving. This means my understanding of counselling, trauma and recovery is not based solely on theory or professional training, but is also grounded in personal experience.