Not Just Person-Centred: What My Therapy Style Really Looks Like"

There’s a growing conversation in the therapy world right now—one that makes space for nuance, honesty, and naming what actually happens in the room. And I think that’s a good thing.

A therapist engaging in a session, thoughtfully referencing a book while sitting on a comfortable couch, creating a calming and reflective atmosphere.

So let me be transparent about something:

I’m not a purely person-centred therapist.

Now, for some people, that might be a surprise. Person-centred counselling is often seen as the gold standard—a kind, compassionate space where the client leads, and the therapist holds. And don’t get me wrong: I deeply value empathy, warmth, and respect for your autonomy. These aren’t negotiable. They’re essential.

But they’re also not the whole picture.

In my practice, I take a more directive and psychoeducational approach—especially when it feels useful to do so. I offer insights. I bring in tools. I explain what might be happening beneath the surface. Sometimes I gently challenge patterns, or suggest things to try between sessions. Not because I think I know you better than you know yourself—but because therapy isn’t just about being heard. It’s also about making sense of things, and building the emotional scaffolding that helps you move forward.

It’s support with a backbone.It’s empathy with direction.It’s kindness and structure.

A therapist engages in a thoughtful conversation with a client in a cozy, modern setting.

A Space That’s Still Yours

That doesn’t mean I take over. You’re not a project to fix. You’re not a list of symptoms I’m trying to solve. This is still your space. But it’s a space where I’m not afraid to be real with you. Where I’ll meet you with clarity and care, and offer things you might not have considered—not just reflect back what you already know.

Some people thrive with this style. Others are looking for something different. That’s okay. That’s why these conversations matter.

The Therapy I Offer

So if you’re looking for therapy that’s:

• Emotionally warm, but not overly passive

• Grounded, but not clinical

• Supportive, but not afraid to challenge

• Informative, but not overwhelming…

You might find a good fit here.

We’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface.We’ll make meaning of your patterns.And we’ll do it all with kindness, curiosity, and a bit of humour when needed.

A tranquil therapy room with a cozy grey sofa accented by a patterned cushion, accompanied by a minimalist side table and a sleek white lamp.

Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—and neither are therapists. If you’ve ever worried that counselling might feel too passive, too clinical, or not quite what you need… this blog was written with you in mind.

I blend person-centred values with gentle psychoeducation, emotional validation, and real conversation. If you’re curious about what that might feel like in practice, I’d be happy to chat it through.👉 Book a free call

Let’s find a way of working that feels human, helpful, and honestly supportive.