When physical health problems arise, it’s completely natural to focus on treating the body. What often gets overlooked — yet quietly builds in the background — is the emotional toll these symptoms take.

You might notice:

• Increased anxiety or low mood

• Frustration or self-criticism

• Grief for the life you used to have

• Feeling stuck, hopeless, or constantly battling against your body

• Wishing things were different, while feeling unable to move forward

Seeking psychological support during this time can make the difference between feeling trapped in a downward spiral and beginning to feel more steady, resilient, and able to move forward — even while physical challenges remain.

I primarily use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you:

• Understand the emotional impact of your physical condition

• Develop skills to manage anxiety and low mood

• Reduce self-criticism and unhelpful thought patterns

• Work through grief and loss with compassion

• Reconnect with what matters to you and build a meaningful life alongside ongoing health difficulties

I also use Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help where trauma is impacting somebody’s physical experiences as well as their emotional wellbeing.

Everything you’re feeling makes sense — and together we can work towards easing emotional suffering and helping you feel more like yourself again.

I work with adults who are seeking support for their emotional wellbeing as a result of physical health challenges. Having worked in the NHS I have supported people from varying backgrounds with different stories to tell.