Donna Alexander

My weekly practice sessions 

Hello ..

Our therapy together can support a single issue, or number of complex presentations and unresolved wounds of the past..

I offer an ethically guided practice and my approach is to support the impact of what it is you are experiencing. I offer my clients a blend of directive/non-directive practices to reach their desired outcomes that support both where you are, and where you want to be. Your therapy will be an individually shaped journey.

Believing that “No One approach works for EVERYone,” I feel it is important to provide flexible interventions when supporting you to gain a clearer understanding of what underpins your conflict and how to take charge of it.  As a Professional, continuation of upskilling is an essential aspect of what we provide.  Some areas within the therapeutic field I have trained, which are in alignment to serve my practice and the client presentations I support; Single Session Therapy (provides support at the point of need); Flash Therapy; EFT; Dissociation; Trauma Focused; Complex Sexual Behaviour; Polyvagal; Critical Incident Debriefing; Inner Child (a 'directed' model, using methodologies of TA, NLP, Visualisation & SFT).  IC work is a resolution therapy, supporting both complex/clear cut presentations. Collectedly these practices prove to provide layers that shape an individual blend for the client's requirements. 

As I continue to work with these presentations, it is my work ethic to engage a maintainable client base, so my clients can be assured of receiving the attention required of their therapy journey. I am a conscientious practitioner, and my personal attitude is to provide a space in which you feel safe to explore and release whatever is keeping you stuck, to stay on track with your desired outcomes which achieve a lasting change for you. With this, I offer you a relationship of transparency, maturity, integrity and trust, encouraging a ‘collaborative working together philosophy.’ 

Endorsing my private therapy practice, is the fusion of professional experience and continuing training. As well as a Coordinator of a Mental Health Crisis Service, my employed and self employed positions as a Counsellor/Psychotherapist are anchored in reputable organisations and services - The NHS, Rape Crisis Services, Private Health and EAP Services, across which I have provided therapeutic support to both those who reach out for support and those whom support them, with presentations both familiar and complex: work related stress, bereavement, sexual behaviour issues, CPTSD, childhood sexual/ritualistic abuse, OCD, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, dissociative disorders, emotional dysregulation, and of high control religion …

What suits you .. and where to find me:

I continue to offer Zoom and Telephone interactions. Face to face clients would meet at my independent practice based on the first floor and situated conveniently close to the City centre of Manchester.  There are 2 local tram stops within 10 minute walking distance and surrounding on street car parking.  The environment is comfortable and relaxed.

The Enquiry/Initial Consultation:

As the therapeutic relationship is one in which you are investing with me. It is necessary that I recognise what you want from your therapy journey so we don't waste the valued time you are putting in to yourself. It is an opportunity to ask the questions you have, and to learn if my Practice is the right space for you. For this initial 50 minute interaction, I would invite you to the practice for an In Person appointment, however, if you'd prefer, we can do this via Zoom or over the Telephone. This Initial Consultation is engaged for a reduced fee and does not put us into an Agreement.

I would hope you will gain a true reflection of what working together would be like to support your decision when searching for the right therapist for you. This is liken to a first session together, however, as with any client relationship, there is no expectation for you to further your therapy.

The length of time an individual will want of therapy;

This will be determined by what you are seeking from your therapy, what the personal needs are of the client, and if you want your therapy to be ongoing or intermittent. These factors shape the process and achievement of your desired outcome.

To arrange a personalised Consultation Session in our diaries, I invite you to contact me directly via text message on 07766 200 100 or info@attic.ltd and via BACP

Hope this information has been helpful ..

Kindest regards

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