My Approach

I integrate person-centred, CBT and psychodynamic approaches, with our therapeutic relationship at the heart of the work. Over a decade of my own psychoanalytic therapy informs the depth, understanding, and compassion I bring.

Having built a life across cultures, I know how complex belonging can feel. My intersectional approach considers how race, gender, sexuality, class and immigration status shape our experiences.

I welcome people from all walks of life into my practice. My particular interests include identity, belonging, migration and diaspora, multicultural experiences and cross-cultural relationships. I also warmly welcome neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ individuals.

Qualifications

- Registered and accredited Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
- Working towards professional accreditation with the British Association for Behavioural and
Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)
- Clinical experience across NHS mental health services, higher education, and private psychotherapy practice
- MSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, University of Warwick
- PgDip in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Coventry University via NHS pathway

How We Work

Frequency & duration: Sessions are usually held weekly. I typically work with clients for at least 6–12 months, allowing time for trust to develop and progress to unfold at a steady pace. Short-term work is also available.

Languages: I offer therapy in English and Mandarin Chinese.

Ethics: I engage in regular supervision, and my practice adheres to the UKCP Ethical Framework to maintain high professional standards.

About Me

Hello, I’m Stella, a UKCP-accredited bilingual counsellor and psychotherapist, currently work in private practice and in the NHS. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can speak freely and feel truly heard. My approach is grounded in empathy, acceptance, and curiosity, with a deep respect for the differences and uniqueness of each individual.

Therapy with me is an invitation to explore what feels difficult while also recognising your strengths, values and potential. I cannot take away the pain, but I can support you in discovering your inner resources and building the capacity to meet life’s challenges with awareness and compassion.

Difficulty and struggle are part of life, but they don’t define who we are - it’s how we respond that matters. The way we meet challenges shapes our resilience and growth, and becomes part of our unique journey.

It’s okay if you are not sure where to begin, if you feel stuck, or are uncertain what you need. We can take it step by step, at a pace that feels safe for you.

I work with

• Companies
• Individuals
• Private healthcare referrals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

What I can help with

• Abuse
• Addiction
• Anxiety
• Bullying
• Cultural Issues
• Depression
• Divorce
• Family
• Gender
• Identity Problems
• Mental Health Issues
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
• Online Counselling
• Race Issues
• Relationships
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexuality
• Stress
• Trauma