THE NURTURE ROOM
At The Nurture Room, Kathy offers private 1:1 counselling sessions at reasonable rates, to individuals of all ages.
The sessions can help to reduce anxiety, improve mood, increase confidence and self-esteem, improve relationships and generally help clients to make sense of their feelings.
The sessions take place in comfortable and friendly surroundings which clients refer to as 'cosy'.
The therapeutic journey is a shared process between Kathy and the client, with the client being the driving force all the way to a sense of better emotional wellbeing.
​All sessions are relaxed, comfortable, discreet and usually 1:1, although some younger clients feel the need to have a parent present.
The sessions are talk-based; some with an element of writing (using worksheets) and often homework, which may, for example, comprise of completing journals, self-reflection, personal observations, etc.
Every care is taken to make the client feel in control and at ease throughout their journey.
Cognitive behavioural therapy
A therapy that involves breaking issues into thoughts, emotions, physical sensations and behaviours. The therapist and client work together to break toxic cycles. It is used to address issues such as anxiety, obsessive behaviour and depression.
Transactional analysis psychotherapy
A talking therapy that helps you gain an understanding of the effect that past relationships and experiences have had on your current mindset and how, in turn, that affects your behaviour and attitude to those around you, which elicits particular responses from them. What you learn about yourself helps you to improve your relationships.
Solution focused therapy
A talking therapy that is aimed at bringing a positive approach to the way you deal with any situation, by focusing on the end goal rather than the problem. Clients are supported to visualise their preferred futures and to work out the steps they need to take to bring about positive outcomes.
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General anxiety
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Social Anxiety
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Health Anxiety
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Depression
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Obsessive thoughts
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Emotional outbursts
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Behavioural issues
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Low self-esteem
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Poor self-confidence
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Relationship problems
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Making life choices
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Autism spectrum disorder
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ADD
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ADHD
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PDA
I'm Kathy Thompson. I have a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and was formerly a foster carer and Family Worker. I have completed a Certificate in Therapeutic Fostering and have achieved qualifications in CBT, covering a variety of mental health conditions. I have received training in TA Psychotherapy, ASD, ADHD, PDA, child development, Solution Focused therapy, the brain and behaviour, and many other subjects relating to mental health and existential wellbeing.
The Nurture Room was officially born in 2013, when I began providing an emotional well-being service to a local primary school, following a two year period of volunteering my services there. I have now worked in a number of schools as a Wellbeing Mentor.
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The Nurture Room now provides 1:1 therapy for all age groups. The initial consultation is free of charge, so if you are interested in working on your (or your child's) negative moods, please contact me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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Our confidentiality policy
The Nurture Room treats all personal information provided during therapeutic sessions as confidential.
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Cases may be discussed with a supervisor as de-personalised case studies, but at no time will names (or any other personal data) be disclosed.
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On occasion a student of counselling may be in attendance, for training purposes. This will only be with the permission of the client.
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No personal information will be passed to third parties unless Kathy considers that the client or a third party, is at risk of significant harm. If that is the case, personal details and information will be passed to the relevant authorities to ensure that the necessary safeguards are put in place and any appropriate support is provided.
Terms & conditions
24 hour notification is required for cancellation of appointments to avoid the charge for a full session.
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Missed appointments, without notification will be charged at the full hourly rate.
Initial consultations are always free of charge at The Nurture Room.
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The Nurture Room accepts payment by bank transfer, credit/debit card, cash or cheque.
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Payment can be made at the time of the session or following receipt of an invoice at the end of each month.
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Failure to pay by the due date of an invoice may incur further charges. To avoid additional fees, contact Kathy to discuss any issues preventing payment.
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