Counsellor

Mandy Clarkson

Mandy is a warm and compassionate counsellor with over 30 years of experience supporting children, young people, and adults. Her background includes work as a counsellor, teaching assistant, and—as she proudly notes—a mum and a nana. She brings a calm, nurturing presence to her sessions, helping clients of all ages feel safe, heard, and understood.

Mandy has extensive experience working with a range of emotional and behavioural challenges, including anxiety, depression, self-harm, anger management, family issues, and low self-esteem. She has worked across primary and secondary schools, with post-16 young people, and now also supports adults navigating their own life difficulties and transitions.

Using an integrative approach, Mandy tailors her sessions to suit each individual's unique needs and therapeutic goals. Whether working with a child, teenager, or adult, she creates a supportive environment where personal growth and emotional healing can take place. Clients often describe Mandy as calm, kind, and approachable, with a natural ability to put people at ease.

Mandy is passionate about helping others become the best version of themselves, no matter their age. In her spare time, she enjoys walking her dogs and spending time with her grandchildren.

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TESTIMONIALS

We were very impressed and grateful for the work Mandy did.

Harry seems to be happier and lighter after the session with Mandy , he doesn’t talk about it yet but hopefully in time he will .
I have a lovely feeling from Mandy and she’s was very reassuring.

We can highly recommend and wouldn't hesitate to use them again

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