Counselling and Psychotherapy
in Kings Cross (London), Malvern and Online
Anxiety
Depression
Identity
Relationships
Self esteem
Well being
counselling
HIV/AIDS
abuse
Stress
Supporting Your Mental Wellbeing,
One Step at a Time
Hi, I’m Fran, an Integrative psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and self-worth issues.
My main focus is working with anxiety and self-care — particularly for people who look like they’re “holding it all together” on the outside but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge underneath.
You might be feeling hijacked by racing thoughts, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or a deep sense of never quite being “enough.” You might be exhausted by trying to think your way out of anxiety, only to find the same loops playing over and over. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and you’re not broken.
My approach combines down-to-earth psychological tools with deep compassion. I’ll help you understand what’s happening in your mind and body, gently unwind old patterns, and build a relationship with yourself that’s rooted in kindness rather than criticism. And I will be with you every step of the way.
Supporting Your Journey
A variety of concerns can bring someone into counselling, and it’s not always an easy decision to make. My practice considers the difficulties surrounding that decision and the process itself.
I work closely with you to build a working relationship that reflects your specific needs and goals. And I encourage regular updates on how we feel it is going and if there are any changes that need to be made. It is vitally important to me that you are comfortable with the path we are on.
Over the course of my career I have found my practice moving more and more in the direction of empowering individuals by showing them how to become more comfortable with themselves and their emotions, and therefore being able to handle what life throws at them with more ease and understanding.
We are emotional, feeling beings and so being comfortable with the whole wheel of emotion is vital to our mental health, wellbeing and resilience.
“It is tremendously liberating to realise that your thoughts are not ‘real’ or ‘reality’. They are simply mental events. They are not you”
Mark Williams & Danny Penman from their book ‘Mindfulness‘
The Mind Diet: Detox
My book, co-written with my twin, is now available online. This book focuses on giving you a break from mindless distractions whilst at the same time helping you become more conscious and aware of the emotional habits and behaviours that might be inhibiting you from leading the life you really want.
How I work
I offer a thoughtful blend of traditional talking therapy with a body-based understanding of stress and anxiety. My sessions are grounded in mindfulness, self-compassion, and a growing body of neuroscience that shows we can reshape even the most stuck patterns over time.
I’m also the creator of a model I call the Xbox Theory of Anxiety — a playful but powerful way of understanding why anxiety feels so real (even when it’s not), and how to stop getting pulled into its games. It’s become a central part of my workshops and 1:1 work, and I’m currently writing a book based on the model.
New
Workshops and group work
Alongside individual therapy, I’ve started running workshops on anxiety, stress, and self-care. These sessions combine insight with humour and practical strategies — and are designed to help people of all ages build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with their nervous system.
If you’re interested in future workshop dates or bringing a talk to your school, organisation, or community, feel free to get in touch.
What to expect in your first session
Your first session is the assessment where we get to know each other a bit better. It is really important that you like the counsellor you work with so in the assessment I encourage you to ask me about anything you feel is important in making this decision. It is also where you can tell me more about yourself and why you want to come into counselling. We then work out a possible plan before you make your choice.
Online Therapy
There are a few things to consider when deciding to see a therapist online. Do you have somewhere private and quiet you can meet. Do you have access to a stable camera and somewhere comfortable to sit. If so, then I believe online counselling can be as effective as face to face. It also means I can offer more flexibility in when we can meet, and it allows you to slot your sessions into your own schedule more efficiently. And in these uncertain times knowing you have a safe space on a weekly or bi-monthly basis that won’t be impacted by restrictions can be extremely comforting.
