Counselling Team
Kate McKenna
Counsellor
My name is Kate, I am an Integrative-Relational Counsellor.
I love working at Express, it's a community that accepts & respects everyone exactly as they are, providing a safe & welcoming space for all. I’ve been a part of Express throughout my counselling career from student to post-qualified & beyond. Working with the clients here has shaped me as a person & a practitioner, it's an honour to be a part of this organisation.
I provide online counselling sessions, Tuesdays & Fridays.
Samantha Mills
Counsellor
My name is Samantha, I am an Integrative-Relational Counsellor.
I enjoy working at Express because of the important work the charity provides to the community. The team are warm and friendly & have created such a supportive environment, & it always feels like a privilege to meet all the wonderful service users & be a small part of their journey.
I work with Express clients throughout the week as I am online only.
Chris Wilson
Counsellor
My name is Chris, I am an Integrative-Relational Counsellor.
I enjoy working at Express because I value working within the community, being part of something special specifically centred around the world of neurodiversity & helping people work through the challenges we can find ourselves facing. Our service is incredibly valued by its users which gives me great satisfaction to work with the team.
My hours at Express are Wednesday mornings.
Specialist Counselling Team
Lydia Thide
Counsellor
My name is Lydia, I am an Integrative-Relational Counsellor specialising in neurodiversity.
I understand some of the challenges & difficulties this can bring. I’ve worked with many autistic people, in supportive & counselling roles & I really value the courage it takes to reach out for some support.
My experience enables me to understand & appreciate different ways of being & I carry this through my work with clients.
I work with adults & young people aged 11+ at Express in person.
My hours at Express are Thursdays.
Claire Black
Counsellor
My name is Claire, I am an Integrative-Relational Counsellor specialising in neurodiversity and LGBTQ+
I enjoy working at Express because I am passionate about improving access to therapy for people who are neurodivergent.
Seeing Express make mental health more inclusive and accessible really motivates me.
It's lovely to be part of a warm and supportive team.
I work with adults & young people aged 16+ at Express in person.
My hours at Express are Tuesday mornings.