ABOUT

Hi, I’m Charlotte!

For over 20 years, I've been deeply fascinated by all things psychology. My journey has been dedicated to understanding why we think, feel, and act the way we do and through both professional and personal development, I'm committed to empowering you to find the same freedom and authenticity that has transformed my own life.

You may feel overwhelmed by overthinking every decision, constantly second-guessing yourself, and burning out from work, relationships, and social obligations. Perhaps you're someone who avoids confrontation at all costs, over-apologises, or feels overly responsible for others' emotions—always trying to be the easygoing 'good girl.' But deep down, you know you’re ready for a change.

Having experienced the liberation of breaking free from this exhausting cycle and embracing my authentic self, I’m here to guide you in doing the same. Together, we can say yes to the ‘real’ you without guilt, set effective boundaries, stop overthinking, and unlock the confident, authentic life you’ve been longing for.

MY STORY

From as early as I can remember, I was the typical people-pleaser—although at the time, I wouldn’t have known it was called that! I was always running around doing everything for everyone, saying 'yes' when deep down I wanted to say 'no'. I constantly adjusted my personality to meet the expectations of others, doing all I could to try and fit in. I often felt like I was being ‘too much’ and yet ‘not enough’.

I overthought and worried about upsetting people, avoided any conflict, and felt it was my duty to keep everyone happy and ensure I was always liked—even if it meant neglecting my own desires and well-being.


I was always striving for more and rarely had the time to just sit and ‘be’. On the surface, I seemed easygoing and accommodating, but underneath, I was exhausted, lost, and increasingly resentful of the role I had confined myself to.

The real turning point came with the stark realisation that I didn’t truly know myself. Plagued by self-doubt, I knew things had to change.

Embarking on a journey to confront and heal from my own issues transformed my life. It’s so much more than just learning to say 'no'—I’ve unlocked my authentic self and confidence without the need for external validation.

Experiencing the freedom that comes with true self-acceptance has been life-changing.
Now, I am committed to helping you discover and embrace your authentic self, unapologetically. Let’s unlock your true potential together, and celebrate the person you were always meant to be.

My APPROACH

Choosing me as your therapist means you're stepping into a space that's far removed from traditional talk therapy.

My work integrates psychology and neuroscience with practical, hands-on techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, and EMDR. This comprehensive approach is tailored specifically to address not just the surface level difficulties related to people-pleasing, but the underlying causes - drawing on my deep expertise of trauma, attachment, and somatic practices.

Together, we'll explore the reasons you find yourself stuck in these unhelpful cycles and discover effective, structured ways to break free. My clients often remark how refreshing it is to find a therapist who is not only professional but also genuinely relatable and approachable.

Our sessions might even share a laugh or two as we navigate this journey, making the process of deep, personal exploration both productive and less intimidating.

With my own history of people-pleasing and masking, I bring a level of empathy and understanding that enriches our sessions, empowering you to unlock your authenticity and live freely as your true self.

A THERAPIST YOU CAN TRUST

    • People-Pleasing

    • Boundaries & Assertiveness

    • Inner Child Work

    • PTSD & Complex Trauma

    • Burnout & Stress

    • Shame & Self-Worth

    • Good Girl Conditioning

    • Attachment Theory

    • ADHD

    • Parentification

    • Neuroscience & Brain-Based Approaches

    • Anxiety & Depression

    • Nervous System Regulation

    • Mindfulness & Self-Compassion

    • Dissociation & Parts Work

    • EMDR

    • Schema Therapy

    • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

    • Somatic Practices

    • Substance use

    • Psychosexual difficulties 

    • Sex, Porn & ‘love’ Addiction 

    • 15+ years supporting individuals through mental health difficulties

    • 20+ years studying psychology

    • NHS & private therapy practice experience (including insurance-based therapy)

    • Deputising for NHS management

    • BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist since 2017

    • Supporting neurodivergent individuals with masking & people-pleasing

    • Providing supervision to therapists & mental health/wellbeing professionals

    • Mentoring & therapy for therapists (addressing burnout, imposter syndrome, & self-doubt)

    • Mindset coaching for therapists & high-achievers

    • Group workshop facilitation

    • Delivering seminars & talks to large audiences (200+ attendees)

    • Developing & improving care pathways in NHS mental health services

    • Level 2 BABCP Accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapies, The University of Bolton

    • ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) Certification Course, PESI UK

    • Understanding ADHD, The Open University

    • Working with Complex PTSD, Kerry Young

    • Creatively Combining Schema Therapy and EMDR, Nadene Van Der Linden

    • Janina Fisher’s Shame Certification Training, PESI

    • EMDR & Parts Work for Treating Complex Trauma: Somatic Work, PESI

    • Compassion Focused Therapy CPD

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Psychosexual Therapy, UCLAN

    • EMDR Levels 1, 2, 3, EMDR Masterclass

    • ISST Approved Schema Therapy (Adults) Training, Schema Therapy Systems

    • CPCAB Approved ISAT Diploma in Sex & Porn Addiction Therapy, The Laurel Centre

    • Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Care Low Intensity Therapy Interventions - Distinction, Liverpool John Moores University

    • BSc Hons Psychology, The Open University

    • Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals Award, The Open University

    • Transactional Analysis 101 Certificate

    • NHS Supervisor & Leadership Training, NHS Providers

    • Various Continued Professional Development Modules, including:

      • Motivational Interviewing

      • Solutions-Focused Therapy

      • Harm Reduction Strategies

      • Risk & Safeguarding

GET TO KNOW ME

Outside the therapy room, I'm a mum to a lively little girl and our anxious rescue cockapoo, Max. After years of overthinking every outfit and worrying about being different. I've found joy wearing whatever I feel like wearing and I’m a massive fan of Lucy & Yak. My eclectic music taste, once a chameleon act to fit in with whoever I was around, now plays true to my own beat.

I feel deeply! I love nature, festivals and dancing - always the first on the dance floor without self-consciousness or worrying what people think! The freedom it brings is exhilarating. 

While I treasure my solitude, since embracing my true self, I've found even greater pleasure in exploring new things and connecting with others and have happily found my tribe and a sense of belonging.

Therapy isn't just about overcoming struggles; it's about unlocking the freedom that come with a deeper understanding and acceptance of yourself. I’m here to guide you through this journey in a supportive space where you can explore, grow, and find the incredible person you were always meant to be

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials
“…it’s not just talking about what’s wrong, you’ve helped me do something about it too!”

“You’ve really helped me make sense of why I struggled to stick to things I wanted to do AND from the sessions I no longer beat myself up for being like that and I’ve been able to approach things differently so I do stick to them!!….loved the structure of the sessions … it’s not just talking about what’s wrong you’ve helped me do something about it too! I actually feel like things have already changed for me!” (1-1 Therapy Client, 6 Sessions)

“Everything makes sense”

“ .. I know what I need to do when it comes to self-care, I just couldn’t get why I was still finding it hard to actually set boundaries and switch off! …everything now makes so much sense to me! This session has helped me understand myself at such a deeper level AND the plan you’ve given me and guidance on how to actually set the boundaries has been super useful. Thank you so much!” (1-1 Therapy Client, 1 x deep dive session)

“Happier, optimistic & more confident!”

“Charlotte helped me to see myself and the world around me in a different way. With the therapy slowly I became happier optimistic and more confident! Every meeting was just perfect for me.” (1-1 Therapy Client, 10 sessions)

“A weight lifted”

“….Charlotte’s enthusiasm has helped manage my own self-esteem and allowed me to have a more positive thought process in moving forward. If there was more Charlotte’s in the world than life would certainly be a better place for others as she has helped me massively over the last few months, I can’t thank you enough…..”(1-1 Therapy Client, 12 sessions)

“…transformative…my experience has been so positive”

“I cannot thank you enough for all your help.

You have given me the tools to transform the way I process things and the way I communicate to myself and to others. It's also allowed me to do more for myself and assert myself when people have hurt me”. (1-1 Therapy Client, 40 sessions)

“I feel so much lighter”

”…. more confident in how I approach tricky conversations and confront people about things I’m not happy with…I am actually able to say no to things I don’t want to do! And nothing bad happens! I feel so much lighter…..” ( 1-1 Therapy Client, 13 sessions)

“Giving me my life back”

“You have been amazing! I don’t know how you do what you do but you just get it! I can’t thank you enough for giving me my life back!” (1-1 Therapy Client, 10 Sessions)

“recommend.. wholeheartedly”

“…had some therapy elsewhere which wasn’t very helpful, I was a bit doubtful at first but your approach, warmth, professionalism, and results have completely changed my mind…. I recommended your practice wholeheartedly….” (1-1 Therapy Client, 30 sessions)

★★★★★

CONTACT

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