Client Testimonies

 "I am deeply thankful to my clients for their kind words and their willingness to share parts of their journey in the hope of encouraging others. It is truly a blessing to work with each and every one of you." 

Neil

"I’ve had Neil as my counsellor for over 2 years and it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Not only has his counselling supported me through some of my roughest times, but it’s almost like he equips you with the right mental tools to help support yourself when tough times come around again. He makes me feel completely safe to share and process incredibly personally experiences, and it’s because of that I feel like I’ve grown tremendously in confidence and self-belief. Despite having never thought I needed counselling, I’ve come to realise that you don’t have to be majorly depressed to talk to a counsellor because everyone deserves to have a safe space to process how they’re feeling, and I couldn’t recommend Neil more highly". 

 "I have found Neil's counselling to be profoundly helpful, not only in his understanding, empathetic and curious manner but also in the way he has helped me to understand my own emotions and thought processes to deal with complex personal issues. Neil is very professional but approachable and uniquely able to ask hard questions in sensitive ways. I was initially reluctant to seek counselling however have found it to be quite transformative.  I highly recommend Neil as a counsellor".

"Neil provided me with invaluable support during one of the most challenging periods of my life. His kindness, empathy, and expertise helped me navigate my grief, while his guidance taught me to extend compassion to myself. I am deeply grateful for his unwavering support and the hope he helped me rediscover".

"After hesitating for a long time, because of the stigma of seeing a counsellor (as a man) I came across Neil. Over the last 12 months Neil has given me multiple tools to navigate different challenges and helped me to look at life in a different way. Of most benefit has been Neil helping me to begin to understand and fight for my own desires. This has helped me be a better father and husband, and for that I'm really grateful".

 "Neil helped me go deeper and really grapple with the reasons for my reactions. Life throws things at you, and we respond in particular ways. He was a constant and reliable confidante who gave me insights into why I responded the way I did. It was the beginning of healing.

I’ve learned meditative techniques from Neil which I still use regularly. Some months after our consultations. He was a congenial and encouraging advisor."

 "Dear Neil, I always feel comfortable talking with you. You are an excellent listener, looking to allow me time to say all that is concerning me. Your warmth and genuine caring is obvious. I look forward to our time together. Your advice has allowed me to care for myself with greater confidence. I was taught that others always rate higher than myself, especially where caring is concerned. Now I have a more realistic attitude where this is concerned. I am able to handle the ups and downs of life more easily without undue self-criticism".

"I was recommended to Neil by a close friend, I have seen many female Counsellors and Psychologists throughout the years and was reluctant to engage with a male counsellor. Neil acknowledged my concerns and discussed this patiently and caringly in our initial telephone conversation which put me at ease. He offered to meet for an initial session to see how we go, without any obligation. I can truly say my life changed that day, I felt more at ease talking with Neil than many female therapists I had seen, I hold a lot of self-doubt and perceived judgement issues, especially from other woman, which I have now explored why. I felt safe with no judgement from Neil, it has been so helpful to gain a positive male perspective on my journey, I have grown so much, and accept the person that I am, and I'm even starting to like myself-"I am enough".

"Being a 21-year-old guy, going to see a counsellor was not high on my priority list. But a friend recommended that it would be a good idea. The biggest realisation for me was that I'd never had a positive male figure in my life to open up to, and never thought I needed to. Neil was there for me and has helped me explore the person I am today, "the good, the bad and the ugly", he has helped me identify the unhelpful ways I have learnt to cope over the years and helped me explore my Faith without me feeling inadequate or shameful. I value our sessions so much, many areas of my life and relationships have grown as a bi product of our time together, thank you!".