Our Therapists
Our growing team of highly-trained therapists.
Kelly
Senior Therapist (Partner) (*Professional Studies)
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Adults 18+.
Kelly is a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor registered with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists, working on issues such as trauma, abuse, self-esteem, anxiety, identity, and relationship challenges. She offers a warm, safe, and confidential space, drawing on person-centred therapy alongside approaches like CBT, Gestalt, mindfulness, and creative interventions to tailor support to each client’s needs and help them manage and understand their feelings.
Elizabeth
Therapist (Lead Trainer for The Luminary Compass).
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Adults 18+.
Elizabeth is a compassionate therapist known for her gentle approach, creating a safe space where clients feel relaxed and supported.
She offers unwavering support, combining evidence-based techniques with warmth and empathy to empower individuals on their journey towards healing and growth.
Shelly
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Shelly is an experienced psychotherapist specialising in children, young people, and adults. With a degree in Humanistic Counselling, she uses creative, engaging techniques to make therapy an empowering and life-changing experience.
Anna P
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Anna is an experienced integrative counsellor working with children, young people, and adults. She offers a warm, neurodiversity-affirming space where clients feel safe, understood, and supported. Her approach is flexible, trauma-informed, and always centred around the unique needs of each individual.
Shannon
Therapist (*Professional studies)
Location(s): Poundbury and Poole.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Shannon is a qualified integrative counsellor with a special interest in supporting neurodivergent children (8+), young people, and adults. She works with a range of challenges including anxiety, low mood, stress, self-esteem, identity, and relationship difficulties, adapting her approach to suit each individual.
Passionate about supporting autistic and ADHD clients, she creates a neurodiversity-affirming environment that respects different ways of thinking and communicating.
Jenny
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Jenny is a compassionate counsellor who combines empathy and expertise to support growth and resilience. Working with young people aged 11+ and individuals from neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ communities, she offers personalised, client-focused support grounded in Humanistic Integrative training. She provides a warm, non-judgemental space where clients can build confidence and embrace their authentic selves.
Lyn
Therapist (*Professional Studies)
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Adults 18+.
Lyn is a qualified Person-Centred Therapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, working on issues such as bereavement, domestic abuse, and neurodiversity (Autism/ADHD). Using person-centred therapy, she provides a safe, non-judgemental space where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Lyn offers tailored support to help individuals build self-confidence, cope with life’s challenges, and feel truly heard.
Leesa
Therapist
Location(s): Wimborne.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Leesa qualified as a counsellor in 2018 and is dedicated to supporting mental health and wellbeing. She is a primary school teacher (4-11 year olds) with 25 years of teaching experience and runs a local youth group (11 - 19 year olds), she has a particular specialism in working with young people and a lot of SEND expereience .
She takes a flexible, creative approach to counselling, tailoring sessions to each individual and using a range of interactive and engaging methods beyond traditional talk therapy. By creating a safe, personalised, and accessible space, Leesa helps clients express themselves, build resilience, and develop the confidence and tools they need to navigate life’s challenges.
Linda
Therapsit (*Professional studies)
Location(s): Poole or Wimborne.
Client work: Young People and Adults 18+.
Linda is a fully qualified counsellor registered with the BACP and trained as an integrative humanistic counsellor. She draws on approaches including Person-Centred, Transactional Analysis and Gestalt to provide a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space for clients.
She works with adults experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, bereavement, domestic abuse and past trauma, as well as those with unexplained physical symptoms. Linda also supports young people in schools and private practice, offering a confidential space to explore their concerns and develop strategies to navigate life’s challenges.
Emma
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People and Adults 18+.
Emma has several years of experience working within the NHS, where she developed a strong understanding of the connection between physical and emotional health. Now a counsellor, she offers a kind, open-minded, and confidential space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. Emma works collaboratively to help individuals build emotional awareness, resilience, and greater overall wellbeing.
Lorraine
Therapist (*Professional Studies)
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Adults 18+.
Lorraine is a dedicated counselling therapist, committed to providing compassionate support to her clients. With a focus on continuous learning and growth, she creates a safe space for individuals to explore their challenges and find healing.
Karen
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People and Adults 18+.
Karen is a qualified integrative counsellor registered with the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists who works with adults and young adults (18+).
She uses a compassionate, person-centred approach based on humanistic principles, drawing on Gestalt Therapy, attachment theory, Transactional Analysis, and CBT techniques.
Karen has experience supporting people affected by trauma, abuse, and domestic violence, as well as those living with long-term neurological conditions. She also helps clients with issues such as anxiety, stress, self-esteem, grief, identity, and family relationships, providing a safe and supportive space for personal growth.
Hannah
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People and Adults 18+.
Hannah is a qualified and experienced counsellor working with teenagers and adults. She offers a humanistic, integrative, and relational approach to therapy, creating a warm and supportive space where clients can feel truly seen and heard.
With 20 years of experience as a family support worker, Hannah brings a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and families face. She works collaboratively with clients to explore difficulties, reconnect with inner strengths, and support personal growth, healing, and greater self-understanding.
Emily
Therapist
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Young People, Adults 18+.
Emily is an integrative counsellor and BACP-registered practitioner who works with young people (11+) and adults. She offers a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space, focusing on building a trusting relationship and working at the client’s pace.
Her approach centres on helping clients understand their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, with particular focus on identity, self-worth, life transitions, relationships, loss, and acceptance. She also has experience supporting neurodivergent individuals (including ADHD and AuDHD) and those exploring gender and sexuality.
Emily’s style is warm and genuine, combining empathy with gentle challenge when helpful. Her goal is to support deeper self-understanding and authentic, sustainable growth. She also integrates her Level 2 Life Coaching qualification where appropriate to help with clarity and direction.
Sally
Student Therapist (*Professional Studies)
Location(s): Poundbury.
Client work: Adults 18+.
Sally provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients can talk openly and feel heard, understood, and accepted. Her person-centred, relational approach is led by the client and grounded in empathy, honesty, and respect. With strong professional and life experience, regular supervision, and a solid theoretical foundation, she works ethically and thoughtfully within a professional counselling setting.
