Hayley is a committed and warm counsellor who offers an attentive and compassionate space for growth and healing. As a newly qualified therapist, she brings a fresh perspective to her work, drawing primarily on a Person-Centred approach with elements of Psychodynamic therapy.
She is currently completing a Doctorate in Psychotherapy and Counselling at the University of Edinburgh, having previously gained a First Class Honours degree in Psychology in Canada. Alongside her private practice work, Hayley has provided counselling within secondary schools and community agencies, supporting young people and adults with a wide range of challenges. Her clinical experience includes working with anxiety, depression, disordered eating, bereavement, chronic illness, family conflict, trauma, and relationship difficulties. In addition to her individual work, Hayley also offers counselling for couples, supporting partners in strengthening communication, navigating challenges, and working towards healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Before qualifying as a counsellor, Hayley built experience in a variety of supportive roles — from crisis intervention with survivors of domestic abuse and children’s helplines, to working with young people with additional needs in schools. This background has strengthened her ability to respond sensitively and compassionately to clients facing diverse and often complex life situations.
Hayley shares: “I see therapy as a space where we can work together to make sense of what you are experiencing. My role is not to ‘fix’ but to walk alongside you as you explore, cope, and grow. As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I know the value of an affirming and safe space – and I am committed to ensuring the counselling room is exactly that, so you feel supported in moving towards positive change.”
Hayley supports clients with a wide range of areas, including:
- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship difficulties (individuals and couples)
- LGBTQ+ issues
- Disordered eating and body image concerns
- Parenting challenges
- Bereavement and loss
- Domestic abuse
- Family conflict
- Women’s issues
- Intimacy-related issues
- Trauma
- Coping with life changes
- Divorce and separation
- Children and young people’s concerns
- Sport performance anxiety
