What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy offers a space to slow down and make sense of thoughts, feelings and experiences that may otherwise feel confusing, overwhelming or difficult to put into words.

For a young person, there may not always be an obvious reason for why they are struggling. They might feel anxious, low, angry or overwhelmed, find relationships difficult, or simply have a sense that something isn't quite right. Sometimes these feelings are expressed through behaviour rather than words.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is about becoming curious about what might be happening underneath the surface. Rather than focusing only on changing a behaviour or finding an immediate solution, we can take time to understand where feelings come from, what they might mean, and how past and present experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and other people.

How long does therapy last?

I offer both shorter-term and longer-term psychotherapy. The length of therapy depends on the individual and what they are hoping to explore.

For some young people, a focused period of therapy may be helpful around a particular difficulty. For others, having more time allows us to understand feelings and patterns that have been present for longer. This is something we can think about together rather than something you need to decide before getting in touch.

Online and in-person therapy

I offer both in-person and online therapy.

The most appropriate format depends on the young person's age, circumstances and what feels comfortable for them. For some, being physically in the therapy room is important; for older adolescents and young adults, online therapy can offer a familiar and flexible way of engaging. We can talk through the options during an initial conversation.

A space to think

I don't believe therapy needs to be about having all the answers.

Sometimes it can be helpful simply to have someone alongside you who is willing to stay curious when things don't make sense yet. Together, we can begin to notice patterns, make connections and give words to experiences that may previously have felt difficult to understand.

The hope is that, over time, a young person can come to understand not only what they feel, but why they might feel it— and have greater freedom in how they respond.

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“Some experiences cannot be digested alone.”

— Wilfred Bion