Frequently Asked Questions

The Healing Space offers a range of counselling services, including individual therapy for adults, teens, and children. I believe in an integrative approach, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to best meet your unique needs. These may include:

• Person-Centred Experiential Therapy (PCET): Focusing on your inner resources and self-growth.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Helping you identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviours.
• Inner Child Work: Addressing emotional wounds from the past that may be impacting your present.
• Expressive Art Therapy: Exploring emotions, processing trauma, and developing coping skills through creative activities like art, music, and movement.
• Play Therapy: (For children) Expressing emotions, developing coping skills, and building resilience through play.
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I offer both in-person and online therapy sessions to provide flexibility and accessibility.

The Healing Space offers the flexibility of an optional introductory session. This shorter session provides an opportunity to discuss your concerns, understand the counselling process, and decide if therapy at The Healing Space is the right fit for you.

Following an introductory session, if you feel comfortable moving forward, we can schedule your first counseling session. In subsequent sessions, we will delve deeper into your concerns, gather more information, and work towards defining specific, achievable therapy goals. We may explore various therapeutic approaches to find what works best for you. Remember, each therapy journey is unique, and our focus will adapt to your individual needs. Feel free to discuss any questions or concerns you may have during your sessions.

Standard sessions are 50 minutes. We can adjust session length to suit your needs, especially for younger children. Extended 80-minute sessions are available, particularly for those interested in creative/expressive arts or nature-based therapy. We can discuss this further during your initial consultation.

I offer a variety of therapy options, including in-person sessions at my two locations: Central Warrington and Carrington, Manchester. I also provide online sessions for added convenience. Additionally, I offer 'Walk and Talk' and 'Ecotherapy' sessions, conducted in mutually agreed-upon outdoor locations.

You can book an Introductory session using the 'Book Now' link on the homepage to book a brief telephone call or in-person introductory session. We'll discuss your specific needs, answer your questions, and schedule your first full session. 

I understand that things come, but please let me know as soon as possible if you need to reschedule or cancel an appointment.

My cancellation policy is as follows:

• No charge for cancellations with more than 48 hours' notice.
• 50% of the session fee is charged for cancellations within 48 hours.
• The full session fee is charged for cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows.

What we discuss in our sessions is held in strict confidence. This means that I will not share any information about our sessions with others, unless there are specific legal or ethical exceptions.

Exceptions to Confidentiality:

• Risk of Harm: If I believe you are at immediate risk of harming yourself or others, including in cases of child abuse or exploitation.
• Legal Obligations: I may be legally required to disclose information in certain situations, such as:
  • Acts of terrorism
  • Money laundering
  • Drug trafficking
  • Court orders (subpoena)

It is important to understand that these exceptions are in place to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

I am committed to ongoing professional development to ensure that I am providing the highest quality of care to my clients.

My current qualifications are: 

• Adult Nursing BSc
• Counselling & Psychotherapy BA (hons)
• Diploma in Counselling Children
• Diploma in CBT
• Advanced Diploma in CBT
• Inner Child Healing Diploma
• Treating Cognitive Distortions using CBT
• Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
• Ecotherapy: Walk & Talk Therapy Certificate
• Certificate in Play and Art Therapy
• Certificate in Neuro-Affirming Practice
• Outdoor Therapeutic Practitioner Certificate
• Positive Behaviour Training
• Safeguarding Children
• Suicide Awareness Training - Supporting Autistic People
• Mental Health Experiences and Needs of Autistic Teenagers Certificate

Remember, you're not alone. If you're facing an emergency or crisis situation, help is available 24/7.

Adults: 

• Call The Samaritans (free) on 116 123
• Text "SHOUT" to 85258 (free) for the Shout Crisis Text Line
• Contact your GP for an urgent appointment or the crisis team at your local A&E.

Young People (under 19's):

• Call Childline (free) on 08001111
• Text "YM" to 85258 (free) for the Young Minds Crisis Text Line