My name is Ysella (also known as Izzey), Cornish born and raised. I love the sun on my skin, the sound of birdsong, citrus flavours, gardening, walks with my dog and being outdoors in all seasons.

I have counselling experience with young people, students and adults of all ages and backgrounds, covering wide breadth of subjects and challenges. I am also an Accredited Sight Loss Counsellor (RNIB) with guiding training, and support 2Wish with local bereavement counselling.

More recently in 2026, I joined The Roseland Academy as their School Counsellor, and during this same year I trained and qualified as a Clinical Supervisor so that I can further support other therapists & professionals.

I am a host for Sowena Cornwall CIC offering group sessions and workshops for their wonderful retreat days and wellness journeys.

I volunteer for Penhaligon’s Friends (a local Cornish children’s bereavement charity), and for Georgia’s Voice (charity preventing suicide in young women aged 18-25 in Cornwall).

In other freelance roles, I am an Executive Director of Choose Nature CIC, whilst continuing to work in the outdoors with over a decade’s experience as Forest School leader and environmental educator, conservationist and mentor.

Publications:

• Biophilia - what is it and why should we take notice?

• Clearing up common misconceptions of walk and talk therapy

• Why does the weather affect our moods?

• The Springtime shift: unexpected challenges and opportunities

• Why can’t I control my thoughts?

• Embracing Autumn: a time for reflection and introspection

• 10 self-empowerment practices to try

• Wintering and the permission to pause

For my latest updates and inspiration, please visit my Facebook page…