Starting therapy is a courageous step towards emotional wellbeing and personal growth. Whether you’re seeking support for trauma, anxiety, stress, or relationship challenges, understanding what happens in your first session can help you feel prepared and confident.
Why Your First Therapy Session Matters
Your first session is about creating a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and understood. It’s the foundation for building trust and shaping a therapeutic approach that works for you—whether that includes Talking Therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), Solution-Focused Therapy, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), or EMDR.
I work with adults, children, and families, offering a trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs.
What to Expect in Your First Session
Introductions and Grounding
We’ll start by explaining how therapy works, discussing confidentiality, and answering any questions you have.Exploring Your Story
You’ll have the opportunity to share what’s brought you here—at your own pace. There’s no pressure to disclose everything at once.Collaborative Goal Setting
Together, we’ll identify what you’d like to achieve, whether that’s managing anxiety, processing trauma, improving emotional regulation, or strengthening relationships.Planning Your Journey
By the end of the session, you’ll have a clear idea of how therapy can support you and what the next steps look like.
Our Approach
As an Emotional Health Practitioner, I use a trauma-informed, psychologically grounded approach, integrating techniques from Talking Therapy, CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, DDP, and EMDR to help you heal and thrive.
I also specialise in working with children and young people, supporting emotional development and resilience.
Ready to Begin Your Healing?
Take the first step towards positive change today. Enquire now to book your initial session and start your journey to emotional wellbeing.
Email me: briony@goodthingstherapywellbeing.co.uk
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