CHOOSING A THERAPIST

If you’re currently looking for a therapist who feels like the right fit for you, someone you can connect with and build a holding, nourishing therapeutic relationship with, you’re very welcome to reach out in whatever way feels most comfortable to see if I might be that therapist for you.

You can contact me directly to arrange an introductory phone call, or you can go ahead and book a consultation session.

I’m always happy to offer an initial assessment and help you explore what kind of support might be most helpful for you at this stage.

CONSULTATION

Our consultation gives us a chance to meet each other, discuss your goals, and for you to get a feel for the space (either in-person or online) and the way I work.

We’ll explore what brings you to therapy, what you’re hoping for, and whether my approach feels like a good fit. I also complete a gentle risk assessment and answer any practical questions you may have.

Before booking a consultation, you’re welcome to check my current availability for regular, set therapy appointments.

If we both feel that we’re a good fit and that the service aligns with your needs, we move into beginning therapy together.

CONFIDENTIALITY & CONSENT

Before therapy begins, I go through my Therapy Agreement & Consent Form, and when we are both comfortable, we both sign.

Everything you share with me is held in strict confidence. The only exceptions are situations where I believe there is a significant risk of harm to yourself or others, or where I need to discuss aspects of the work within my professional supervision—as required of all registered therapists.

You are welcome to read through the consent form and my terms, and ask me anything you may need clarification on before booking a consultation. 

Your notes, personal information, and any artwork you create in sessions are stored safely, respectfully, and confidentially.

EVALUATION PERIOD

Our initial sessions (around three) start with your story (or maybe just the part of it that feels right to tell for now).

We aim to get a clear image of what’s important to you, where you wish to go (in both your inner and outer worlds), what you’d like to feel more of, and maybe what you’d like to learn (or unlearn) along the way.

We’ll also look at how long you wish to be in therapy for (if you have an idea), and how we can work most effectively with your goals in this timeframe. I do offer long-term therapy with ongoing reviews if necessary.

In terms of session frequency – after our initial first sessions, once we have a clear plan, you are welcome to continue to have your chosen, regular time reserved for your use, or you may choose to want more flexibility, and book sessions yourself online when we able to meet.

THERAPY

As a dramatherapist, I offer more than just talking. If and when it feels right, we can use creative methods—imagery, objects, movement, metaphor, story—to help you express and explore things that might be hard to put into words. You’re always in choice; creativity is an invitation, never an expectation.

Therapy with me is a partnership. I bring my clinical experience, presence, and curiosity; you bring your lived experience, wisdom, and hopes – your life is an adventure, where do you want it to take you?

Throughout therapy we check in regularly about how things are feeling, what’s shifting, and what you might need next. Your feedback shapes the work, and we continue to adapt together.

My intention is to create a space where you feel welcomed, understood, and supported. A space where you can bring the parts of yourself that feel messy, raw, uncertain, or tender, and know they’ll be met with care, warmth and authenticity.

I hold clear boundaries and a steady frame so you can explore safely and at your own pace. I also gently challenge certain perceptions where appropriate, to aid in exploring other ways of thinking. 

MOVING FORWARD

Over time, sessions often become a place where you can notice patterns, reconnect with your strengths, and make sense of your experiences. Some weeks may feel deep and reflective; others more empowering, fun, and hopeful, others more practical and grounding. All of it is part of the process, and all of it is welcome. Therapy is often the locker room of life before heading back out onto the metaphorical playing field. 

Therapy might look different for you depending on where you’re at in your life, what suits you and what times we are both available. It may be turning up in your comfies early in the morning before your day begins, a space to unwind and process after work, or a gentle pause in the early afternoon.

When the weather is too lovely to stay indoors, we might even occasionally take a session into the local green space if it feels appropriate. However you arrive, the space is shaped around what supports you best, while keeping your needs and wellbeing at the centre.

FLEXIBLE OPTIONS OVER TIME TO SUIT YOU

As previously mentioned, once a client feels comfortable and ready, they have the option to move to more flexible sessions. These may become less frequent as therapy is less needed over time.

Providing you are using services at least once per quarter and this is an appropriate level of support to your needs, you are welcome to book in sessions as you need them, until you no longer need them to support you. Available sessions can be booked with a minimum of 2hrs notice. Clients may return to therapy if needed and appropriate.

ENDINGS

Endings are an important part of the therapeutic relationship, as they hopefully evidence the growth

When you feel ready to end therapy, we plan an ending session together. This gives us space to reflect on your journey, honour the work you’ve done, and close our consistent work in a thoughtful, grounded way.

If a client wishes to return to therapy in the future to work on different aspects of their life, or if they encounter new challenges they would like to explore, they are welcome to book in a consultation and revisit the practice when they need it, as long as it remains suitable to their needs.