“I have found talking to Tory both reassuring and confidence building – it feels as though she is my ‘professional confidante’. I first made contact with Tory at the beginning of the Covid-19 Pandemic but my problems went back much further than that. Despite appearing to be outgoing and 'in control', I was a constant worrier. During our sessions we have discussed several significant traumas in my life and Tory has given me some helpful coping strategies. I always feel better for talking to her (or even just knowing that I have a session booked in the diary!), and the bad days are now few and far between. I have had both face-to-face sessions and video calls, and both have been equally effective. Thank you for helping me overcome a lifetime of self-imposed anxiety Tory. I look forward to continuing our counselling journey together.” - ER

"Before I sought Tory’s help I was at an upsetting time in my life. I could not see the wood for the trees and had been diagnosed with depression and anxiety. With Tory’s help I feel much happier, more able to cope with life’s challenges and I have a good, balanced, approach to situations. Our ongoing sessions have helped with my self-esteem and confidence, and I feel much better about the future.” - Gary

"Thank you Tory for helping me to come to terms with a difficult incident in my life. You provide a safe space and time to explore ways to think about things, and I value our sessions enormously. I would recommend your style of counselling to anyone." - Jane

"Counselling helped me to deal with my troubled life, past and present, and has enabled me to have a brighter future. Without it I would not be the happy and confident person I am today. Thanks for listening Tory, and for the tissues!" - JM

"Tory was perfect for myself and my husband. An experience and person we would happily engage in and with again. We were made to feel very welcome and very comfortable, which are two key things when embarking on counselling I think? especially for the first time. Tory helped us over many hurdles and we still reflect on the input she provided us with today. What's really special is that she still occasionally checks in with us to see how we are. Thank you Tory." - SB

"I cannot fully trust a counsellor unless I respect them as an individual. Tory leads by example with a constructive and accepting outlook on life, sterling personal ethics, unwavering discretion, remarkable empathy and practical advice to complement her wisdom, good sense and good humour." - NR

"Tory helps others aspire to being their better selves. She strikes me as someone who wakes up in morning with her head and her heart aligned to help her make the world a better place, no matter what is going on. This inspires me to do the same." - Anon

OTHER RESOURCES

For Immediate Help (Urgent/Crisis) in the UK:
- National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK: Offers a supportive listening service to anyone with thoughts of suicide. You can call 0800 689 5652 (6pm to midnight every day).
- NHS 111: If you need urgent mental health help but are not in immediate danger, call 111 and select the mental health option.
- Shout: Text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential 24/7 support from trained volunteers.
- Samaritans: Call 116 123 for free 24/7 emotional support.
- 999: If you or someone else is in danger, call 999. 

For Information and General Support in the UK:
- Every Mind Matters: A resource from the NHS to help you look after your mental wellbeing with self-care tips and guides. 
- Mental Health Foundation: This charity focuses on research and prevention, offering advice and resources on its website.
- Mind: As a leading mental health charity, Mind offers a website full of information, a helpline (call 0300 102 1234), and local services.  
- SANEline: If you're experiencing a mental health problem or supporting someone else, you can call 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10pm every day).

Some Specialised Support in the UK:
- Beat: If you are affected by an eating disorder, you can call their helpline on 0808 801 0677.
- Childline: Providing confidential support to children and young people every day, call 0800 1111.
- Cruse: Providing grief support remotely and in person, with over 80 branches across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, call 0808 808 1677.
- Papyrus UK: For people under 35 struggling with suicidal feelings, call 0800 068 4141 or text 07786 209 697.
- Switchboard: For LGBTQ+ people seeking support, call 0300 330 0630 or use their webchat.
- YoungMinds: Offers a Parents Helpline on 0808 802 5544 for concerns about a young person's mental health.