Counselling for Academics & Students

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University life and academic work can be immensely rewarding. However, it can also be uniquely challenging. Whether you’re a student overwhelmed by mounting deadlines or an academic navigating the pressures of research, teaching, and work-life balance, you may find yourself wrestling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or fears around job security. Perhaps you’re experiencing:

• Persistent feelings of worry, panic, or overwhelm
• Low motivation, sadness, or hopelessness
• Struggles with friendships, romantic relationships, or academic colleagues
• Difficulty coping with the changes in academia and your future employment prospects
• Sleep disturbances, lack of focus, or changes in appetite
• A sense of isolation and a feeling that you must cope alone

If any of these resonate with you, know that you are not alone. The demands of the academic world can take a toll on even the most resilient individuals. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Psychotherapeutic counselling offers a confidential, compassionate space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, understand the roots of your difficulties, and develop tools for emotional wellbeing. I am dedicated to helping university students and academics.  People who often bear high expectations, complex workloads, and intricate interpersonal dynamics.

Specialist support for your unique environment:

• Understanding Academic Pressures: With years of experience supporting students, and working as a lecturer, researcher, and member of academic staff, I understand the unique stressors of university life; whether it’s the fear of failure, imposter syndrome, or the delicate balance between work, study and personal relationships. 
• Holistic Approach: My integrative approach draws from evidence-based therapies. These include cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centred counselling, PCE-CfD, and somatic approaches that tailor support to your individual needs. See my Counselling and CBT page.  
• Confidential and Non-Judgmental: Our sessions are a safe, welcoming space where you can speak openly about your challenges. Everything you share is treated in strict confidence.
• Flexible Sessions: I offer in-person, online and telephone appointments to fit around your academic commitments.

Imagine what it would feel like to:

• Wake up with a sense of hope and motivation, even on challenging days
• Manage anxiety and low mood with effective strategies tailored to your lifestyle
• Communicate and connect more deeply with those around you, whether partners, friends, or colleagues
• Gradually rebuild your life, finding meaning and connection once again
• Develop self-compassion and resilience to navigate future challenges

Counselling isn’t about erasing difficulties, t’s about equipping you to handle them with confidence, clarity, and self-understanding. My role is to walk alongside you, helping you to uncover your strengths, make sense of your experiences, and take meaningful steps forward.

If you’re ready to make a change, I invite you to reach out and book a free, no-obligation introductory telephone session. This is a chance for us to discuss your concerns, and see how we can work together.

You don’t have to face these challenges alone. Reach out today, and let’s take the first step together towards a more connected, resilient, and fulfilling life. Both inside and outside the university.

Use the link to my BACP webpage, email me or the "drop me a line" button (below), and I will be in touch within 24 hours to arrange a telephone call. Please include:

• Your name
• Email address
• Briefly describe what you’d like support with (optional)

I look forward to supporting you on your journey.