Accessibility
I am passionate about difference and diversity and strive to be actively inclusive.
All questions are valid and I realise there are lots of factors that go into feeling safe, especially when something is new and different.
You are welcome as you are
A space where you do not need to apologise for who you are or mask. All neurodiversity and bodies are welcome.
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Fidget toys, comfort objects and stimming are all welcome. I am happy for doodling or writing to happen throughout sessions if this is useful for you.
There is no expectation for eye contact and the environment can be adjusted to work for us both.
Previous examples of accommodations I have worked with include cameras off on video calls, clients having therapy sat in bed and others played a video game (muted) to help with their ability to focus.
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My flexible approach to where online sessions take place means clients with reduced mobility or fluctuating energy levels have felt able to access sessions more consistently.
Without needing to apologise for how their bodies are or asking for needs to be met, I have seen confidence levels grow.
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If you are a wheelchair user or require step-free access to in person counselling, sessions take place at The Beehive Centre.
Useful Information:
It step free and has grab rails from the front door to the therapy room
Has accessible gender neutral toilets
Disabled parking on-site
Comfortable waiting areas, both inside and outside.
The Therapy room has space so you can transfer into a chair or stay in your wheelchair for counselling.
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I hold a certificate for British Sign Language (BSL) level 1 so can communicate at a basic level with those who are deaf or hard of hearing and use BSL.
I realise a lack of BSL trained counsellors and understanding of deaf culture is a barrier to accessing counselling support, so I am open to working with interpreters. They would also need to agree to our confidentiality and therapeutic agreement.