About Me

Welcome, I'm Freda Hayes, founder of Horse & Jockey Counselling Services.

I am an IACP Accredited

Counsellor/Psychotherapist with a BSc (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy  (Level 8), an Advanced Diploma in CBT, a Diploma in Grief & Bereavement.

I have training in EMDR, trauma-informed care, Motivational \interviewing, and Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD)

I specialise in supporting adults, adolescents, and couples experiencing trauma, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, domestic abuse recovery, and life challenges.

Every person's experience is unique, which is why I tailor each session to your individual needs and goals. I provide a safe confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported while developing coping strategies and building resilience.

Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, helping you process difficult experiences, develop coping strategies, and build emotional wellbeing.

I also provide Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) support for individuals, teams, and organisations following traumatic or distressing events. 

At Horse & Jockey Counselling Services, I am committed to providing professional, confidential, and trauma-informed care, supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments and helping them move forward with renewed hope and confidence.