Hi there :) I know it might feel a little scary/ anxiety provoking thinking of chatting to someone, I have spoken to many young people and older, I am friendly and easy going. We can go at your own pace. In our room; I have mood cards, art supplies, sand tray, play figures, clay, a few small musical instruments etc. So you can show me how things feel, without the need for words or alongside chatting. Or we can do solely talking therapy. Creative therapies are useful for any age, not just for children/young people, adults too. 

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I work both Short Term (6-12 weeks) and Long Term (up to a few years). And am trained in longer term Psychotherapy. We can have a first session to see how you feel and then decide whether you’d like to continue.

 

(Under 16s) Before I see you, I will have a chat with your parent/ guardian. This is to get permission for our work together and to find out some important information. Then we can meet and begin our sessions together. If you’d like someone in with us (for the first 10 minutes) of our first session together, then that’s ok. Or if you’d like someone to wait in the wait room or nearby then that is also an option.

 

(Over 16s) I can see you without permission from parents/ legal guardians. It is your choice if you would like me to have a chat with your parents first, or whether you would like someone with you in our initial chat (for the first 10 minutes). 

 

Feel free to bring anything with you that would help you to feel comfortable (fidget tools, noise cancelling headphones, weighted blankets etc). And do let me know if you have any sensory needs, like softer lighting etc. I look forward to working together with you :)

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(Parents) As above, if your child is under 16 years of age, then I will meet with you first to discuss/ figure out together if I would be the right fit, if not then I can sign post elsewhere if needed. Then I will meet with your young person. You are welcome to drop off and enjoy time for you or you can stay nearby. Feel free to email with any questions or to book an initial chat.