I am a mental health counsellor and counselling supervisor in the Warwickshire area in the United Kingdom, though I am originally from Texas in the United States.
My style in session is honest, warm and open. I aim to make our time and space together whatever you need, whether you need to scream, curse, cry, laugh or just be. My treatment approach is integrative (involving humanistic, person-centred, existential, and cognitive behavioural therapy), though largely person-centred. This means I don't presume to know your truths or what is best for you, but aim to explore your perspectives, your feelings and support you in finding your own answers for yourself. We focus on what is important to you, in a way that feels right for you. Therapy isn't comfortable or easy, but I'm willing to stick with you through the awkward, scary and painful moments. Let's do this together.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am an accredited counsellor through the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP, 377749).
I completed my counselling training at the University of North Texas in 2017, emphasizing interests in cognitive behavioural therapy, counselling adolescents and young adults and expressive arts therapy. As a queer therapist that understands identity and relationships can be integral to personal wellness, I am passionate about gender, sexuality and relationship diversity. I completed training at Southern Methodist University in LGBT affirmative therapy to better support clients of a diverse gender identity, sexuality or relationship orientation. Following my move to the UK in 2018, I completed a conversion psychology course at Coventry University, researching counselling self-efficacy with psychosis. Additionally, I have completed a postgraduate certificate of Person-Centred Experiential Counselling (PCE) at Nottingham University in 2022. I started supervising in 2024 and will be undergoing the Person-Centred Experiential Counselling Supervisor Training in February 2025 with Nottingham University.
Clients come to therapy for a variety of reasons. With my clients, I have worked with a range of issues not limited to anxiety, depression, phobias, sexuality, self-esteem, trauma, pre-bereavement/bereavement, life transitions, gender identity, workplace concerns, meaninglessness or purposelessness, sleep problems and abuse.
I have previously worked with a crisis and suicide response teams in Texas, providing intensive case management and counselling in difficult situations. I also worked as a hospital liaison for clients in inpatient settings, helping them transition to life following hospitalisation. I also offered counselling voluntarily with the Shakespeare Hospice for 2 years from 2021-2023, providing counselling for those in end of life care and those who faced bereavement. In addition to private practice, I also work as a counsellor for depression in the NHS.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Body image, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #377749
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Calee is always so understanding and insightful - I have truly grown as a person with her support
Written on Jan 15, 2025 after therapy with Calee for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Calee is such a warm and gentle soul. Her authenticity allowed me to embrace my own unique and flawed beautiful self. I have made a lot of progress with just a few sessions with her. She is a rare gem and a blessing. I appreciate how she made me feel seen. And that I am worthy of love and compassion. Specially from myself.
Written on Jul 09, 2024 after therapy with Calee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Calee is sensitive, human, professional and capable of listening with compassion and wisdom. With a dynamic and attentive approach, Calee helps the patient to rediscover paths within themselves while offering security, reliability and space for a greater transformation to flourish. I am extremely grateful for the dedication and care with which my therapist has treated me and has also treated my heart and mind.
Written on Jun 03, 2024 after therapy with Calee for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder
The word WONDERFUL describes Calee. ❤️
Written on Mar 22, 2024 after therapy with Calee for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Calee is understanding, kind and patient. Calee offers space for you to work through what you need but also gives support where needed. Ive loved having her as a support person and councillor.
Written on Dec 27, 2023 after therapy with Calee for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Calee is truly a ray of sunshine while also always being professional and validating. Calee always makes sure to offer multiple different approaches to situations and, if anything seems overwhelming, offers to delay the talk for a bit or go about it in a different way. Calee also checks in after any events in my life that I mentioned in sessions, which is honestly more than you could expect from any therapist.
Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Calee for 2 months on issues concerning lgbt, and adhd