How I Work

I offer person-centred counselling in Ludlow and online across the UK. A warm, collaborative space to explore anxiety, trauma, relationships, and more.


Therapy with me is relaxed, collaborative, and always at your pace. There’s no right or wrong way to share your story — we’ll make sense of things together, step by step.


My approach is person-centred and relational, meaning I offer warmth, curiosity, and acceptance rather than advice or “fixes.” Where useful, I also integrate solution-focused techniques to support clients who want to work towards specific goals.


I work with adults (18+) who may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, identity shifts, burnout, the impact of trauma, hormonal changes, neurodiversity, or major life transitions. Together, we might focus on what’s happening in the present or gently explore past experiences to understand how they shape current patterns of thought, emotion, or behaviour. You’ll always set the pace, sharing only what feels comfortable.


Sessions are available face-to-face at The Wetmore Clinic in Onibury, near Ludlow, Shropshire, or online anywhere in the UK. I offer both short-term therapy around specific issues and longer-term work, depending on your needs. Please note that I don’t provide crisis or urgent support, but I can signpost to relevant services if required.


I hold a Foundation Degree in Counselling Theory and Practice and a BSc (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy (2:1). I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and regularly undertake continuing professional development to ensure my work remains ethical, effective, and up to date.

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Fran – a therapeutic counsellor based in Ludlow, Shropshire
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Fran – a therapeutic counsellor based in Ludlow, Shropshire

Issues I Work With

Compassionate counselling in Ludlow and online across the UK. Support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, identity, and life’s challenges.


Life can feel heavy and challenging at times — especially when you're carrying difficult thoughts, feelings, or experiences on your own.

Here are some of the areas I can support you with.

You don’t need to fit into a box — many of these issues overlap, and we’ll explore what’s most relevant for you.

Anxiety & low mood – feeling on edge, overwhelmed, or just not yourself

Stress, burnout & overwhelm – whether it’s work, caring responsibilities, or life just piling up

Relationship & family difficulties – struggling to feel heard, safe, or valued in relationships

Low self-esteem & self-doubt – feeling “not good enough”, stuck in comparison or self-criticism

Menopause & perimenopause – mood swings, identity changes, brain fog, and feeling unlike yourself

Grief & loss – whether recent or long ago, the pain of losing someone or something important

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You are enough written on a rock in the grass

Trauma & abuse – emotional, physical, or psychological experiences that still impact you

Life transitions – changes in work, relationships, identity or direction that leave you feeling lost or uncertain

Health-related issues – coping with a recent diagnosis, changes in your body, or living with chronic conditions

Navigating neurodiversity – exploring traits or diagnoses like ADHD or autism (diagnosed or suspected)

Whatever you’re feeling is valid. You don’t need to hit a crisis point to deserve

support — therapy is here for whatever feels difficult right now.


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