Therapy and approach
What to expect and how I work with you
How therapy with me works
Therapy offers a confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a way that leads to real, sustainable change.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. My aim is to make that process feel as calm, clear and supportive as possible.
Our work together starts by understanding what you’d like support with – and what goals, if any, feel important to focus on.
Some clients come to therapy with a specific issue they want to work through, while others feel generally overwhelmed, low or stuck. Wherever you’re starting from, we’ll go at your pace.
My approach
I’m an accredited integrative therapist, which means I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches to tailor the work to you and your needs.
These include:
- cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) – identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours
- eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) – a technique that helps process trauma and distressing experiences
- hypnotherapy – supporting change through deep relaxation and suggestion
- psychodynamic and humanistic therapy – exploring the roots of emotional patterns and building self-understanding
- parts work, Gestalt and creative approaches – helping you engage with different aspects of yourself
- solution-focused therapy – identifying strengths and practical steps forward
“I wish I had discovered CBT earlier, it has been a great help to me. Through seeing Christie and going through the ABCs of CBT I now have a direction in my life and don’t procrastinate anymore. Thank you.” – SG, former client
Issues I work with
I support people with a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
Behavioural and cognitive challenges
- Perfectionism and procrastination
- ADHD
- Insomnia
Anxiety and related conditions
- Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
- Panic disorder
- Social anxiety
- OCD
- Health anxiety
Trauma and life experiences
- PTSD
- Childhood trauma and abuse
- Life transitions and loss
Mood and self-worth
- Depression and low mood
- Low self-esteem
- Emotional overwhelm
Therapy sessions
I typically work with clients for 8 to 15 weekly sessions, although longer-term therapy is also available.
Sessions are 50 minutes and take place online via secure video call.
Many of my clients appreciate the flexibility and privacy that online therapy offers.
I also use tools such as screen-sharing to explain techniques and email follow-up materials between sessions when helpful.
Session fees
Sessions are £80 per 50-minute session.
Payment can be made by bank transfer, PayPal, Visa or Mastercard.
I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations.
“I was stuck in my depression because of an abusive relationship, but with Christie’s CBT techniques I have overcome the PTSD I was experiencing and feel a lot better. I was stuck in my negative thinking which was a pattern of mine but with Christie I found a safe space to look at my thoughts and behaviours and change them. I feel renewed!” – AS, former client
Not sure where to start?
If you’re unsure whether therapy is right for you, or want to talk through what’s involved, feel free to get in touch.
