i’m Fi heath-moore (mA, Mbacp)
Here to help you, wherever you are
With 10 years of experience supporting people, I’m here to help you.
My counselling approach is rooted in person-centred ideas and trauma-informed practice.
Training
MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy
I trained in Counselling and Psychotherapy at the University of Salford (PG Diploma & MSc).
While studying, I worked for over a year as a trainee counsellor in the NHS Talking Therapies service in Manchester.
I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy) and I have an enhanced DBS certificate.
Before training in counselling, I was convinced I’d be a History teacher and studied History at the University of Sussex. I became more interested in gender identity and sexuality and stayed on to do an MA in Gender Studies.
Other training
(Not an exhaustive list):
Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy – LGBTQIA+ Practice – LGBT+ Awareness – Online and Telephone Therapy – Trauma-Informed Practice – Supporting Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse – Mental Health First Aid – Level 3 Safeguarding – Suicide Awareness and Prevention – Dual Diagnosis: Mental Health and Substance Use – Domestic Abuse – Mental Health Awareness – Personality ‘Disorders’ – Complex Emotional Relational Needs – Understanding Self-Injury – Psychologically Informed Environments – Motivational Interviewing – Drug and Alcohol Awareness – Emotional Labour and Reflective Practice – Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) – Emergency First Aid – Values-Based Practice
Experience
10 years providing 1-1 support for people
- Mental Health Support Work: I’ve spent 5+ years working in a mental health charity, supporting people being discharged from Community Mental Health Teams, and more recently when people leave Mental Health Wards in hospitals. Having been part of the management and roll-out of these services, I know first-hand the challenges that can be faced and the support that is required.
- Drug and Alcohol Recovery: my work as a Recovery Coordinator involved supporting people in both 1-1 and group settings in their addiction journeys. I strived to empower people to have agency and choice in their recovery.
- Supported Housing: I worked 1-1 with people experiencing homelessness who faced various challenges, including addiction, trauma, mental health issues, depression and anxiety, to name a few.
- Higher Education: I started out working in universities, supporting young people aged 11-21 with working on barriers around accessing education and participation in university.
About me
Values
- Openness – I create space for honesty and curiosity, allowing you to feel seen and accepted without judgement.
- Inclusion – I believe everyone deserves to feel valued and welcomed just as they are.
- Empathy – I meet you where you are, with compassion and respect.
Trauma-informed
I have extensive experience in working with trauma and trauma-related issues. I move at your pace – I centre your voice and your agency in our counselling space. I understand that trauma can be complicated and that it sits within wider social, cultural and systemic contexts.
Person-centred
My style of therapy is all about you. You are the expert of yourself. I’ll support you with whatever you need to bring to therapy. I go at your pace. I respect you and your unique experiences.
LGBTQ+
As a queer therapist, I understand the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals. I’m committed to fostering a queer-affirmative and inclusive environment where your identity is celebrated and respected. My online LGBTQ+ counselling work embraces diversity in all its forms.
Neurodiversity-affirmative
I recognise and honour the diverse ways in which people experience the world. My goal is to understand your perspective and support you in navigating your experiences through ND-affirmative therapy. You are welcome exactly as you are.
Accessible
I’m committed to providing an accessible therapeutic environment. I currently work mostly online, via Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp or phone call. My communication can be adapted to suit your needs. Any in-person counselling space that I use will be as accessible as possible. If you have any access requirements, please let me know and I’ll strive to adapt our work and space together to suit you.
Who I work with
Who I work with
(Not an exclusive list):
Anyone who feels like they need a space to talk – adults aged 18+ – people with addiction struggles and those in recovery – neurodivergent people – people in the LGBTQ+ community – people struggling with their mental health – people who feel anxious – anyone who feels scared or lost
let’s connect
Get in touch for a free initial chat to see if counselling is for you
