Imposter Syndrome Therapy

On the outside, it looks like you're coping.

But inside, you feel like you’re constantly battling with anxiety, self-doubt, and a harsh inner critic.

You might be overthinking everything, second-guessing yourself, or feeling like you're one misstep away from being found out. Even when others see you as capable and accomplished, you can’t shake the feeling that you’re not good enough — or that you're just “getting away with it.”

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone — and you're not the problem.


How therapy can help

In our work together, we’ll develop a clear understanding of your difficulties. We’ll explore the patterns of thinking and behaviour that are keeping you stuck — and look at how these make sense, even if they’re no longer helping. You may have tried to change before, but found the same struggles reappearing in new forms. Therapy can offer a new way forward.

We'll work on developing skills to respond more effectively to difficult thoughts and feelings, so you can move away from self-doubt and worry — and toward living more consistently with your goals and values.

CLICK HERE to read more about the therapy approaches and how they can help.


What it’s like to work with me

Clients often tell me that they can finally understand their problems — and that they feel truly seen, sometimes for the first time. My approach is warm, collaborative, and thoughtful. It’s not about fixing you, but about helping you understand how you’ve become stuck, with more clarity and compassion.

I draw on evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, CFT, and EMDR. These give us practical tools to work with, alongside a therapeutic space that’s steady, respectful, and tailored to your pace.


Next steps

Taking the first step can feel daunting, especially if you're used to pushing through on your own. If anything here resonates with you, you're welcome to get in touch. We can arrange a brief initial conversation to see if it feels like a good fit.

FAQ

Here are some common questions and their answers.

Have more questions? Then please get in touch, you can send me a message on the contact me page or book a free consultation call.

Sessions

I offer one-to-one therapy for adults, either online or in person, depending on what suits you best. Sessions last 50 minutes and are usually held weekly, though this can be adapted based on your needs and preferences.

Our first session is a chance to get to know each other — to talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, what you’re hoping for, and whether it feels like a good fit. There’s no pressure to share everything all at once, and no expectation that you have it all figured out.

If you decide to continue, we’ll work together to set a pace and focus that feels right for you. Some people come to therapy for a short period to work on a specific issue; others choose to stay longer for deeper or ongoing support.

Ready to get started, or just want to ask a question?
You’re very welcome to get in touch. I offer a brief, no-obligation conversation so we can see if working together feels like a good fit. Please feel free to email or use the contact form — I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

Therapy Approaches

Read more about the different therapy approaches used.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

CBT is an evidenced based therapy model that is effective in the treatment of a wide range of psychological problems.

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT is a form of CBT that has a growing and strong evidence base that focuses on developing the skills necessary to allow you to live your life fully and in line with your Values.

Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)

CFT is draws on a number of theories with which helps to understand how we get stuck in unhelpful patterns due to our "tricky brains" and how to break free from these patterns.

Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)

EMDR Therapy is an evidenced based therapy that is effective in treating PTSD. It helps unblock and process stuck and problematic memories.

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