I was born in Northern Ireland, but I have lived in England, Tanzania, and now in The Netherlands. My experiences of living in different cultures have been a significant influence on my personal growth and life perspective and I understand the challenges of living cross-culturally as an expat. As a mother of three now adult children, I have experience of the demands of family life and moving internationally with a family.

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I initiated my counselling training in 2000 and have counselled young people and adults in schools and community groups. My experience in education included working with young people and adults dealing with behavioural and emotional issues, self-esteem, self-worth, personal autonomy, and life skills including sex education.

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I completed my postgraduate diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy in 2021, and started my face-to-face private practice in Skipton, England, face to face in 2021. I currently work online in private practice and with Craven College Counselling Team and Mable Therapy UK.