My practice is open globally online across different time zones
emmawestoncounselling@proton.me
Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy
About Me - Neurodiversity Affirmative & Trauma Informed Counselling
Welcome!
I’m a UK based counsellor, psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor, offering a warm, collaborative, and authentic approach. My work is both neurodiversity‑affirming and trauma‑informed, grounded in Person‑Centred Theory, respecting that you are the expert on your own life.
I began my counselling training in 2003 and have since worked in charities, within hospice care as the Counselling and Bereavement Lead, in education, first as a lecturer, and then for a leading awarding body, and now in private practice as a Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I absolutely love my work and I see it as an honour and a privilege and something I am immensely passionate about.
I am a Clinical Supervisor and Clinical supervision is a mandatory, formal, and regular arrangement where counsellors and psychotherapists review their client work with an experienced supervisor. It ensures ethical, safe, and effective practice by supporting practitioner well-being, enhancing skills, and maintaining professional standards.
My passion is in supporting neurodivergent and highly sensitive adults and families and those experiencing grief, loss, or life transitions. I hold an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy Practice, EMDR training, and I am an Accredited Member of the BACP.
My style is down‑to‑earth and I draw on creative, visual, and psychoeducational approaches to meet each person’s unique needs. Above all, I aim to provide a safe, accepting space where you can explore what matters most to you.
Outside of work, I have a neurodivergent family. I enjoy music, films, documentaries, reading, and nurturing my ever‑growing plant collection (with mixed results!). I also love museums, art, nature walks, meditating, enjoying time with my Tibetan singing bowl (great for regulation), and spending time with my dog. My curiosity about people and the world keeps me continually learning, often about neurodiversity and psychotherapy.