Janette Penfold-Oram

Hi, I'm Janette Penfold-Oram, and I offer counselling therapy for adults aged 18 and over, both face-to-face and online.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and finding the right counsellor is an important part of the journey. My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming, and confidential space where you can feel comfortable being yourself and talking openly about whatever is troubling you.

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, I will work alongside you with compassion, understanding, and respect. Together, we can explore your experiences, gain greater clarity, and find a way forward that feels right for you.

I offer both short-term and long-term counselling, and together we can explore what feels most appropriate for your individual needs during our initial consultation.

My approach is pluralistic, which means I recognise that every person is unique and that there is no single way to approach therapy. Working collaboratively, we will tailor our sessions to your individual needs, preferences, and goals by using  CBT, Psychodynamic underpinned with a person centred approach.

Grounded in person-centred values and informed by a trauma-aware perspective, I provide a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you are facing a specific challenge, working through past experiences, or seeking personal growth, we can work together at a pace that feels comfortable and right for you.

My aim is to help you develop greater understanding, resilience, and confidence as you move towards the changes that matter most to you.

A Bit About Me

My journey into counselling has been shaped by both professional experience and personal understanding. I began my career in nursing and continue to hold an active role within the NHS, giving me extensive experience supporting people through some of life's most challenging and vulnerable moments.

Over the years, I have gained a wealth of life experience and faced challenges both personally and professionally. These experiences have deepened my understanding of the complexities of life and inspired my transition into the counselling profession, where I am passionate about helping others navigate their own journeys.

I have worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds, supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, stress, anger, low self-esteem, grief, and loss. I believe that every individual has a unique story, and I strive to provide a compassionate and non-judgemental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Alongside my counselling qualifications, I have undertaken specialist training in bereavement and baby loss support and am also a qualified Rewind Practitioner. My experience includes working within charitable organisations and supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse, sexual abuse, and violence. These roles have strengthened my commitment to providing trauma-informed, sensitive, and empowering support tailored to each person's needs.

Whatever brings you to counselling, you will be met with warmth, respect, and understanding as we work together towards meaningful change, healing, and personal growth.

Whatever has brought you here today, reaching out is often the first step towards positive change.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange an initial appointment, please don't hesitate to get in touch. I look forward to hearing from you, learning more about your story, and exploring how we can work together.

I understand that reaching out for support can feel like a big step, and finding the right counsellor is an important part of the journey. My aim is to provide a warm, welcoming, and confidential space where you can feel comfortable being yourself and talking openly about whatever is troubling you.

Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, loss, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, I will work alongside you with compassion, understanding, and respect. Together, we can explore your experiences, gain greater clarity, and find a way forward that feels right for you.