ABOUT ME
Hello, I'm Pip
Choosing a counsellor is a very personal decision.
You may have spent a long time thinking about whether to ask for help, and contacting someone for the first time can feel daunting. You may be wondering what you'll say, whether you'll be understood, or whether you'll feel comfortable talking about things that are difficult.
So, before you decide whether I'm the right counsellor for you, I wanted to tell you a little about me and how I work.
I'm Pip, a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, Rewind Trauma Therapist and Integrative Creative Supervisor. I work with I work with children, young people and adults, offering counselling from my space at The Reiki Room in Acle, Norfolk, as well as online across the UK.
Most importantly, I'm a person too. I understand that life can sometimes feel complicated, overwhelming or simply too much, and that asking for support can be one of the hardest steps to take.
You don't have to have everything figured out before you come to counselling.
What can you expect from me?
My aim is to provide a space where you can feel safe enough to be yourself.
I won't judge you, tell you what you should do or expect you to have all the answers.
Instead, I'll listen, with curiosity and compassion, and work alongside you to understand what you're experiencing and what you need.
We will work at a pace that feels right for you.
Sometimes you'll want to talk. Sometimes it may be difficult to find the words. Sometimes we may use creative approaches to help you explore thoughts and feelings in a different way.
There is no “right” way to be in counselling.
You can simply come as you are.
Why I became a counsellor
I've always been interested in people, their stories and what makes us who we are.
Over the years, my work with children and young people has given me a deep understanding of how experiences can affect the way we think, feel and behave.
I've seen how difficult emotions can sometimes come out through behaviour, particularly when someone doesn't yet have the words to explain what is happening inside.
This is one of the reasons I value creative approaches so much.
Sometimes a picture, an activity, an object or simply having another way to express yourself can help communicate something that feels too difficult to put into words.
My experience has also led to a particular interest in trauma recovery, inner child work and helping people understand how past experiences can continue to influence their lives today.
My experience
I have 25 years' experience working with children and young people, alongside my counselling practice.
I support:
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Children
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Young people
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Adults
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Neurodivergent clients
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Parents and families
I work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, grief, abuse, low self-esteem and feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed.
For children and young people, I understand that difficulties don't always look like sadness or anxiety. Sometimes they can show themselves through changes in behaviour, anger, withdrawal, difficulties at school or problems communicating.
My experience allows me to look beyond the behaviour and gently explore what may be underneath it.
My therapeutic approach
I am an integrative therapist, which means I draw from different therapeutic approaches rather than believing that one approach works for everyone.
My work incorporates:
Person-centred therapy
Creating a warm, accepting and non-judgemental relationship where you can feel heard and understood.
Psychodynamic therapy
Exploring how past experiences and relationships may influence how you think, feel and respond today.
CBT
Understanding the connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and exploring ways to make helpful changes.
Trauma-informed practice
Recognising the impact that difficult experiences can have and making sure our work is paced in a way that feels safe and manageable.
Creative therapeutic approaches
I use creative approaches with children, young people and adults. You don't need to be artistic or have any previous experience with creativity.
Sometimes words aren't enough to express what we're feeling, and creative approaches can offer another way to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Depending on what feels right for you, this might include drawing, writing, imagery, colour, objects, or other creative techniques. I'll always adapt the approach to you — there is no right or wrong way to do it.
The approach we use will be shaped around you.
Trauma, Rewind Therapy & inner child work
Trauma can affect us in ways we don't always understand.
You may know what happened, but still find yourself reacting emotionally or physically as though you're back in that situation.
You may experience anxiety, panic, intrusive memories, nightmares, feeling detached or overwhelmed, or simply feel that something from your past is still holding you back.
I have a particular interest in trauma recovery and am qualified to offer Rewind Therapy where appropriate.
I also have a particular interest in inner child work, supporting you to explore parts of yourself that may have been affected by earlier experiences and relationships.
This work is always approached gently and collaboratively.
You remain in control of what you share and how quickly we work.
Working with neurodivergent clients
I welcome neurodivergent clients and recognise that traditional approaches don't always suit everyone.
You don't need to change who you are to fit into therapy.
Where helpful, we can adapt the way we work to suit your communication style, sensory needs and individual preferences.
My aim is to create a space where you can feel accepted and understood rather than having to mask or explain yourself.
My qualifications & professional memberships
I am committed to continuing my professional development and working ethically and safely.
I am a:
Qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Rewind Trauma Therapist
Integrative Creative Supervisor
Accredited member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
Accredited Children & Young People's Therapist
I also continue to develop my knowledge and skills through ongoing training and professional development.
A little more about me
Outside of counselling, I'm a real person with my own life, experiences and interests.
I believe that this matters because counselling isn't about sitting across from someone who has all the answers.
It's about two people sitting together, creating a relationship where you can feel safe enough to explore what's happening for you.
You don't need to impress me.
You don't need to pretend you're okay.
And you don't need to apologise for how you're feeling.
You can just be you.
My bumblebee
I often use the bumblebee as a metaphor for the therapeutic journey.
A bumblebee doesn't always appear as though it should be able to fly, yet it does.
For me, it represents discovering strengths that may have been there all along.
Through counselling, my hope is that you can become more self-aware, develop confidence in yourself and discover the tools you need to move forward independently.
I'll walk alongside you as you begin to discover your own strengths and find your wings.
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What happens next?
You don't need to know exactly what you want from counselling before you contact me.
I offer a free 15–20 minute initial consultation, either face-to-face, online or by telephone.
It's simply an opportunity for us to talk.
You can tell me a little about what's happening, ask questions and get a sense of whether you would feel comfortable working with me.
There is no obligation to book counselling afterwards.
Finding the right counsellor is important, and this first conversation gives us both the opportunity to see whether we're a good fit.
Ready to take the first step?
Or, if you're not quite ready to book, you can simply send me a message.
You don't have to have the right words.
We can start wherever you are.