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We remain open for face-to-face or online appointments. All clients and carers should wear face coverings and ensure they sanitize their hands before and after leaving our premises. Hand sanitizer will be provided. Please refer to our Covid-19 Risk Assessment for more details. It can be downloaded using this link.
Parental involvement in therapy is necessary when children receive CBT. Parents can ensure that their child engages in behavioural exercises between therapy sessions (e.g., in vivo exposures, pleasant activities), can change the child’s environment to promote more effective behaviours, and can help the child target changes in maladaptive thoughts. In general, CBT for children focuses more on behaviour changes and less on cognitive changes.
CBT is most effective when patients complete therapeutic exercises outside of the treatment session; therefore, it requires a significant commitment from patients. Some of the therapeutic strategies may involve anxiety-eliciting stimuli, which can be distressing—although short-lived—for some patients. CBT is not a substitute for pharmacotherapy for some disorders. For example, CBT should be considered an adjunctive treatment in the management of bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, and depression with psychotic features.
There are frequent requests for sessions after school hours which will be accommodated as much as possible, however, if a child is only able to attend after school it can lead to significant delays in starting therapy due to the high demand. It is helpful to state what availability a child has on the personal information form to assist with this. I think it is very important families consider the need for mental health support and whether this takes priority over education for a time. The therapist can liaise with school to help them consider any reasonable adjustments and they too can best support your child’s mental health.
There are a number of sessions available after usual working hours of 9-5pm to help those who may not be able to take time off work. However, the request of evening appointments can lead to delays in starting therapy due to high demand. It is helpful to state what availability you have on the Personal Information Form.
There are a number of mental health charities such as Mind and Young Minds which can provide mental health support and advice. There maybe support available through your local authority so it’s worth checking out their website. Every local authority has to have what is called a ‘local Offer’ so it is worth checking this out. You also have NSH community mental health teams and child and adolescent mental health services that can provide mental health treatment, you can discuss a referral with you GP. There can be very long waiting lists for therapy via the NHS so be prepared for this. If you would like to discuss Healing Health fees and negotiate something more affordable, please contact us.
“Anna, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for helping and supporting S over the last year and a half - you have made such a difference to her life - given her confidence back where I thought she had lost it forever and the hope that things can change for the better. It was really impossible to see the light at the end of the tunnel when we first came to see you but how things have changed! She has moved into uni this weekend and is settling in, making new friends and going out a lot and having fun. I think she has reached those 'happy and positive goals' which you used to draw on your white board, so thank you.”
“Before I started my therapy with Anna, I was getting panic attacks all the time. We got referred to her, and after only a few sessions, I was starting to get them very rarely, and then never. She was so kind and the perfect mix of helpful and nice at the same time, I can’t think of a better person to help me.”
“My 12-year-old son C has been struggling with anxiety and panic attacks for the past year and was referred to Anna for support to help him manage and cope with his anxiety. Over the past 4 months Anna has worked with him to help him understand more about what anxiety is and where it comes from, and has worked with C on techniques to manage his anxiety and to not be frightened of anxiety or a panic attack. Anna has helped C to understand the importance of being kind to himself, to listen to his mind and body, to recognise triggers and early warning signs.”
“It feels like they have gone on a research expedition together and C has learned so much. C is not normally too keen on talking about his emotions, and sharing vulnerability, but he took an instant liking to Anna, and enjoyed seeing her each time. I was very worried about C when he was experiencing regular panic attacks, and despite being a psychologist myself wasn't sure how to best support him and help him. I am incredibly grateful for Anna's warm, caring and at the same time energetic and fun way of working with my 12-year-old it has made a huge difference to him.”
“Anna, you have made a big difference to G’s ability to deal with school, friendships and other tricky things, thank you so much for all your help and support. It has helped the whole family.”
“Thanks so much for helping me with my anxiety Anna and giving me techniques to get through it, although it has been hard we have had so much fun together and you have got me to a whole better place which I am so grateful for. Thank you!”
“Anna, you have been nothing short of amazing!”
“If you want a therapist who goes above and beyond, Anna is the right person. She is so flexible; she saw my son in various locations in order to get him engaged and make him feel comfortable. It was impossible to find that anywhere else. My son has benefited significantly from the sessions with Anna and continues to work hard at his recovery.”
“Having had sessions with a few therapists that weren't the right fit, it took some persuasion for my daughter to start again at Healing Health. After just one session with Charlotte, my daughter felt comfortable and supported by her and agreed to go back - much to our relief! Six months later she has now completed her treatment with Charlotte feeling happy, motivarted and resillient. She is ready to start uni with a skill set like no other. We would recommend Healing Health and Charlotte to any family struggling with mental health issues.”
“Charlotte, I cannot thank you enough for all your help, support and guidance over the last year. When I started with you, I didn't want to recover but through your care and wisdom you challenged me to work out what I really want in life. I now feel equipped with skills to manage hurdles that come my way, feeling confident in myself in a way I haven't for a very long time. Thank you”
“I am so grateful for the exceptional care and guidance I received from Sophie in my journey to recovery. Her wealth of experience was evident as she asked all the right questions, tailored our sessions to my needs, and approached my treatment with flexibility. Not only did she involve my family in the process - which was key to my recovery - but she also fearlessly challenged me when necessary, providing the support and kindness that I needed to make progress. With her unwavering dedication and expertise, she played a crucial role in helping me regain my well-being and build a new life for myself”
“Anna has been helping me for over 2 years. She is intuitive, clever, understanding, helpful, and funny. When i met Anna I was depressed, anxious, and closed off; my ADD, ASD and OCD were undiagnosed and I was drowning in self-loathing and fear due to the latter. Since working with her, I've gained confidence, self-esteem and learned how to want to live again. If it weren't for her I wouldn't be here today or be getting the help I need, and I cannot thank her enough for what she's done !!”
“Anna has literally been a lifesaver for my daughter. When my daughter first started seeing Anna, she was at the lowest point of her life. Anna helped drag her out and its unbelievable where my daughter is now to where she was 2 years ago. She is now really looking forward to the rest of her life which is the complete opposite of where she was. Thank you so much Anna!”
“We are extremely grateful for all the kindness and support we received from Anna over the past year. Our son had developed significant separation anxiety around the COVID period and Anna help us successfully work through this as a family.”
“I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all of the support and help you gave to us and for returning our daughter back to us, thankfully she continues to do well.”
“Thank you for all your help over the last 2 years and sticking with me through my ups and downs. I will never forget everything you have done for me.”
“Anna is a wonderful therapist and has helped my son tremendously! She is compassionate, empathetic and very caring. She is amazing in that she listens and offers valuable suggestions ! Can’t say enough good things about her! A huge blessing to our family.”
“Anna is empathetic, kind and knowledgeable. She has a great ability to listen and then process that information to give intuitive advice or understanding of a situation. I feel that Anna has always tried to deeply understand how to work best with my particular needs and issues and is always well prepared for our sessions. I am so grateful that she is my therapist. I highly recommend her.”
“Anna thank you for helping me through my toughest experience to date. You provided a safe and confidential space that allowed me to talk freely and you interacted with me with genuine warmth and care. I recently faced some really challenging situations and because of your CBT sessions I was able to be calm, set boundaries and be more assertive. I am really pleased that i found you and so thankful to you for listening and helping me through my journey.”
“I thought you would like to hear about how well ‘A’ is doing after your years of commitment to helping him - there’s no doubt in my mind that your expertise was the most significant element that has pulled him through (and certainly kept me going!). You were so fantastic in your advice to me Anna.”
“When we were struggling to find therapy for our daughter who was relatable, available and flexible we found Anna. She has been amazing over lockdown meeting on Skype and now in person. She listens and supports with ideas and techniques that our daughter can put into practice when her low mood overcomes her. She also provides practical support to us as parents which is invaluable.”