Tara Massie is a warm and supportive Person-Centred therapist who specialises in helping individuals navigate anxiety, depression, loneliness, and family challenges, including those faced by young adults. With five years of professional experience, Tara offers a safe, non-judgemental space where clients are empowered to lead their sessions, gently exploring their thoughts and feelings, and understanding how past experiences might shape their present. Her background as a registered nurse also provides a unique depth of understanding for clients, particularly those living with serious health conditions or experiencing significant life transitions.

With Tara, sessions offer a deeply person-centred and collaborative experience where you are fully supported to lead the conversation in a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space. She listens intently, reflecting your thoughts and feelings to help you process them and gain clarity. Tara often explores past experiences to understand their impact today, while also focusing on present concerns and flexibly adapting to your unique needs without a fixed timeframe. Her approach is about gently guiding you to unravel your thoughts, fostering self-reflection, and empowering you to find your own solutions towards a more joyful life.

Therapy Style

Tara is deeply motivated by a personal understanding of the profound impact of being truly listened to, stemming from her own life experiences and early work with young people. This has shaped her compassionate, non-judgemental approach, where she values creating a safe and confidential space for individuals to openly explore their thoughts and feelings. Clients consistently describe her as kind, warm, and understanding, appreciating the dedicated time and secure environment she provides for their journey. Her background as a registered nurse further enhances her holistic perspective on well-being, informing her empathetic and accepting stance towards all clients.

Therapist’s Personality

University of Brighton (delivered by East Sussex College Group, Eastbourne, England)
2020

Foundation Degree in Science in Person Centred Counselling

Childhood and Past Trauma

Grief and Loss

Work-Life Balance (Burnout, Motivation)

Panic Attacks

Trust Issues

Faith and Spirituality

Phobias

Age-Related Crisis

Stress

Financial Stress

Stalking

Seeking a Partner

Personality Disorders

Behavioural Disorders (incl. Eating Disorders, Self-harm, Tourette's)

Stress Related Disorders (incl. PTSD, Acute Stress Reaction)

Learning difficulties (incl. Dyslexia)

Gender Identity

Anger Management

Older Adults and Seniors

Students and Young Adults

Parents and Caregivers

Emergency Service Workers

Personal Boundaries

Anxiety and Fear

Self Reflection and Personal Growth

Family Relationships

Loneliness and Social Isolation

Person-Centred Therapy