You might be here because…
You’re exhausted, not in a way which shows, but in a way that only you know about.
You keep going. You meet the deadlines, show up for everyone else and look like you have it together. But underneath that, something feels like it’s not quite working. Maybe you’ve always felt this way and assumed everyone else was just ‘better’ at coping. Maybe a recent diagnosis has left you with more questions than answers. Maybe you’ve pushed through for so long and it’s no longer working.
You’re not here because you’re falling apart, You’re here because you’re tired of holding it all together alone. If any of that resonates, i’m glad you found your way here.
There is a way forward, I offer a small number of focused services designed to give you the right level of support, at the right time, without the overwhelm of not knowing where to start.
Full ADHD Assessment + Follow up support
A fully joint up pathway, from assessment through to diagnosis, medication reviews and ongoing ADHD informed CBT, all under one roof. Nothing gets lost in translation between professionals. Treatment addresses the specific challenges of ADHD.
For adults who want an assessment, diagnosis, medication support and dedicated ongoing therapy.
Full Adult ADHD Assessment
A comprehensive evidence based assessment using the DIVA-5 and GB Test, alongside a detailed developmental history. You’ll receive a thorough written report and where clinically appropriate, a direct referral to a trusted prescribing psychiatrist for medication support.
For adults seeking diagnosis without ongoing therapy.
Individual Therapy
Structured, evidence based CBT tailored to you. Whether you are navigating anxiety, burnout, PTSD, or the emotional weight of a life that looks fine from the outside. Sessions are focused, goal orientated and built around lasting change.
For adults ready to do the work.
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Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. Numerous research studies suggest that CBT leads to significant improvement in functioning and quality of life. In many studies, CBT has been demonstrated to be as effective as, or more effective than, other forms of psychological therapy or psychiatric medications.
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CBT places an emphasis on helping you learn to be your own therapist. Through treatment as well as “homework” outside of sessions, you are helped to develop coping skills, you can learn to change your thought patterns and maladaptive behaviours.
CBT therapists emphasize what is going on in your life, rather than what has led up to their difficulties. A certain amount of information about one’s history is needed, but the focus is primarily on moving forward in time to develop more effective ways of coping.
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CBT is a short-term treatment, the course of treatment typically lasts between 6-20 sessions. With each session lasting 50 - 90 minutes. The severity and complexity can determine the length of treatment. Client preference and pace is also considered, and will be discussed during the assessment and throughout treatment.
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The Assessment is a 60 minute session, where the therapist will go through a range of questions to learn more about you as a person and about your current difficulties.
The questions are specific to the problems you present with, and may include standardised clinical measures.
The aim of the assessment is to identify the current problem and work together to establish goals for treatment.
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During the assessment we will collaboratively explore strengths, difficulties and goals for treatment. Psychometric and standardised measures will be used to explore symptoms of depression and anxiety, alongside other clinical screening.
If you report a specific type of challenge such as a phobia, we will explore the severity and degree in which the phobia impacts your functioning.
If there are no indications of anxiety, depression or other disorder specific symptoms. We can onwards refer you for assessments such as ADHD, ASD, Cognitive assessments etc. This would require a referral letter to a general psychiatrist or signposting to your GP.
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You wouldn't continue to go to the same hairdresser if you didn't like the hair cut? The same applies to your therapist.
The therapeutic relationship is crucial to your progress, and fundamentally underpins how successful treatment may be.
If you do not feel your therapist is a good fit they can recommend an alternative if you feel comfortable exploring, or you can terminate your sessions without giving a reason.
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Assessment Session - £100 (60 minutes)
Follow up appointments - £85 (60 minutes)
Please note - you cannot book a treatment session without an assessment session.
You can access treatment via approved private medical insurance providers: AXA, VITALITY, AVIVA, WPA and HEALIX, with a pre authorisation code.
Book a free 15 minute telephone screening appointment to discuss if I am the right therapist to meet your unique needs, contact therapywitha@gmail.com
