Meet Petra

Director / Psychotherapist

Petra (she/they) is a counsellor & psychotherapist who brings together an integrative, relational approach combined with a lifetime of experience with horses and the healing power of nature. Growing up immersed in the British countryside provided a source of grounding, presence, and relationship that deeply informs her therapeutic work today.

At the heart of Petra’s humanistic approach is the belief in the uniqueness of each individual, acknowledging there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Petra integrates a range of treatment models, theories, and trauma-informed frameworks within deeply person-centred values and a strong commitment to fostering relational safety. Whether working indoors, in nature, or alongside horses, Petra provides a grounded, and curious presence of mutuality where meaningful connections and healing can unfold.

As a queer human, Petra has a vested interest in women's mental health and supporting LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse folk as well as working with children and young people with learning disabilities (equine-assisted only) whereby she is able to see both privately funded and NDIS participants who are self- and plan-managed.

Known for her nonjudgmental stance and gentle, intuitive curiosity about the inner world of people and animals, Petra invites clients to explore their fears, longings, relationships, and identities at their own pace. Therapy with Petra may involve working through stress, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, or navigating major life transitions. Equine-assisted work offers an added dimension for those drawn to the uniquely mindful presence, relational field, and metaphorical depth that horses can bring into the therapeutic space.

Petra believes that psychotherapy is not only a tool for working through specific challenges but a powerful means of deepening self-awareness, fostering self-compassion, and reconnecting with our own inner wisdom.

Whether you're facing loss, transition, trauma, or simply seeking to understand yourself more deeply, Petra offers a steady, compassionate space to explore life’s big questions, honouring both your individuality and our shared human experience.