Meet the team
A very warm welcome from us. We're Rukia and Louise and we created Msense because we're both passionate about making counselling a really positive and rewarding experience for our clients.
Between us, we bring experience in areas such as bereavement, trauma, work-related stress, anxiety, depression, childhood development, and neurodiversity. But beyond that, we bring genuine care and a deep commitment to ensuring Msense is a space where you feel safe, heard, and empowered to take charge of your story.
As a qualified person-centred counsellor, I bring a compassionate, grounded, and practical approach to supporting clients through life’s challenges.
I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone and seen as a valuable tool to help make life and relationships more manageable and fulfilling.
With extensive experience across the charity and corporate sectors, I understand how stress, burnout, and life’s pressures can impact personal well-being. My work has included supporting individuals through grief, trauma, relationship challenges, and rebuilding confidence after abusive relationships.
After four years of dedication (and plenty of coffee!), I’ve qualified as a person-centred counsellor.
With a background in the corporate world, I’ve spent over 20 years in HR helping people to learn and develop —a passion that naturally led me to counselling. I still work in HR for a large FTSE organisation and find a deep sense of purpose in balancing my day job with my work at Msense.
I’ve gained invaluable experience through roles at a women’s refuge, a large academy school in Barnet, and the charity Mind in Stevenage. These experiences have shaped the counsellor I am today.
Make sense with Rukia.
My approach
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My therapeutic approach is shaped by my belief in the importance of understanding the mind-body connection. Through creative, holistic, and tailored methods, I guide clients toward greater self-awareness and resilience, helping them navigate their unique paths to growth.
My aim is to provide a collaborative and empowering experience, using psychoeducation to help clients process their feelings, discover new perspectives, and achieve meaningful personal growth. Together, we can work to foster resilience, well-being, and a deeper connection with yourself.
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What I Offer:
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A safe and empathetic space to explore complex emotions and experiences.
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Walking therapy for clients who feel energised by nature and movement.
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Incorporation of breathwork techniques to support emotional regulation and calmness.
The Formal Stuff:
I am an individual member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework (www.BACP.co.uk).
I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and am currently completing my Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People (11-18) and Level 2 Breathwork Coaching.
I’m fully insured, hold enhanced DBS checks, and am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), ensuring compliance with GDPR regulations.
Make sense with Louise.
My approach
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I’m currently working towards a Level 5 Diploma in Somatic-Informed Trauma Therapy, which deepens my understanding of the mind-body connection. This training fuels my passion for helping clients explore how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours interact.
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I take an integrative, client-led approach and, where appropriate, bring psychoeducation into sessions. This simply means I’ll share tools and insights to help you make sense of your challenges and feel empowered to take control of your mental health.
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I believe in supporting people to build the confidence and skills they need to navigate life’s ups and downs—because that’s where real change happens.
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What I Offer:
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A safe, empathetic space to explore life’s complex emotions, feelings, and worries
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Online or phone sessions for clients who need the flexibility to connect from home
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Psychoeducation and breathwork techniques to enhance understanding and build resources for your journey
The Formal Stuff:
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I’m an individual member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work within their ethical framework (www.BACP.co.uk).
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I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and am currently completing a Level 5 Diploma in Somatic-Informed Trauma Therapy. I’m fully insured, have an enhanced DBS check, and am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), ensuring full compliance with GDPR regulations.
