Damian Higgins

My own therapeutic journey began when I trained as a Ballet and Contemporary Dancer (Professional Diploma) and worked extensively in Theatre and musicals for 10 years, learning about self reflection and resilience. Followed by becoming a teacher of the performing arts (Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector), which I have successfully guided young people through their qualifications and in their lives for 17 years, through pastoral roles, managing enrichment community groups, and helping educators understand the importance of intersectionality within our society. Something which is dear to me.

Therapeutic Training

The journey of my life has allowed me to explore how to offer an authentic space of trust, empathy and compassion, with a deep understanding and theoretical knowledge of, racial identity, LGBTQI, sexual identity, teenagers, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship breakdown and low self-esteem, having worked and trained at First Steps (Eating Disorders), and RELATE whilst qualifying with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2023.

Approaches to counselling

The modality that I work within is an integrative approach, which uses tools, theories and approaches from person centered, solution focused therapy and CBT, which are only used based on their appropriateness to you the individual.

Surviving, thriving, understanding, reflection and growth are core characteristics and qualities that I work towards with you, to explore how you feel about yourself, find coping strategies, and realise your goals, true potential and healing. 

Sessions last 50 mins and are delivered in a person-centred approach, using integrative tools from CBT and solution focused therapy.

Each session will be based on the goals/topics that you choose to explore and there will be time for reflection at the end of each session.

How many sessions you require is completely your choice, but a minimum of six sessions is typically a useful number to make some break throughs in your thought process/and or recovery. Reviews of your journey will take place every sixth session, allowing you time to reflect on the tools you are beginning to discover to enhance your life choices. 

Prior to our first session, it may be required that we have a 15 minute initial session to discuss any queries you may have.

Additionally, should you choose to begin work, you will be sent a contract and be asked to complete a brief assessment to ensure that I can be the best therapist for you.

My own therapeutic journey began when I trained as a Ballet and Contemporary Dancer (Professional Diploma) and worked extensively in Theatre and musicals for 10 years, learning about self reflection and resilience. Followed by becoming a teacher of the performing arts (Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector), which I have successfully guided young people through their qualifications and in their lives for 17 years, through pastoral roles, managing enrichment community groups, and helping educators understand the importance of intersectionality within our society. Something which is dear to me.

Therapeutic Training

The journey of my life has allowed me to explore how to offer an authentic space of trust, empathy and compassion, with a deep understanding and theoretical knowledge of, racial identity, LGBTQI, sexual identity, teenagers, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship breakdown and low self-esteem, having worked and trained at First Steps (Eating Disorders), and RELATE whilst qualifying with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2023.

Approaches to counselling

The modality that I work within is an integrative approach, which uses tools, theories and approaches from person centered, solution focused therapy and CBT, which are only used based on their appropriateness to you the individual.

Surviving, thriving, understanding, reflection and growth are core characteristics and qualities that I work towards with you, to explore how you feel about yourself, find coping strategies, and realise your goals, true potential and healing.  

Sessions last 50 mins and are delivered in a person-centred approach, using integrative tools from CBT and compassion focused therapy.

Each session will be based on the goals/topics that you choose to explore and there will be time for reflection at the end of each session.

How many sessions you require is completely your choice, but a minimum of six sessions is typically a useful number to make some breakthroughs in your thought process/and or recovery. Reviews of your journey will take place every sixth session, allowing you time to reflect on the tools you are beginning to discover to enhance your life choices. 

My own therapeutic journey began when I trained as a Ballet and Contemporary Dancer (Professional Diploma) and worked extensively in Theatre and musicals for 10 years, learning about self reflection and resilience. Followed by becoming a teacher of the performing arts (Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector), which I have successfully guided young people through their qualifications and in their lives for 17 years, through pastoral roles, managing enrichment community groups, and helping educators understand the importance of intersectionality within our society. Something which is dear to me.

Therapeutic Training

The journey of my life has allowed me to explore how to offer an authentic space of trust, empathy and compassion, with a deep understanding and theoretical knowledge of, racial identity, LGBTQI, sexual identity, teenagers, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship breakdown and low self-esteem, having worked and trained at First Steps (Eating Disorders), and RELATE whilst qualifying with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2023.

Approaches to counselling

The modality that I work within is an integrative approach, which uses tools, theories and approaches from person centered, solution focused therapy and CBT, which are only used based on their appropriateness to you the individual.

Surviving, thriving, understanding, reflection and growth are core characteristics and qualities that I work towards with you, to explore how you feel about yourself, find coping strategies, and realise your goals, true potential and healing.  

Sessions last 50 mins and are delivered in a person-centred approach, using integrative tools from CBT and compassion focused therapy.

Each session will be based on the goals/topics that you choose to explore and there will be time for reflection at the end of each session.

How many sessions you require is completely your choice, but a minimum of six sessions is typically a useful number to make some breakthroughs in your thought process/and or recovery. Reviews of your journey will take place every sixth session, allowing you time to reflect on the tools you are beginning to discover to enhance your life choices. 

My own therapeutic journey began when I trained as a Ballet and Contemporary Dancer (Professional Diploma) and worked extensively in Theatre and musicals for 10 years, learning about self reflection and resilience. Followed by becoming a teacher of the performing arts (Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector), which I have successfully guided young people through their qualifications and in their lives for 17 years, through pastoral roles, managing enrichment community groups, and helping educators understand the importance of intersectionality within our society. Something which is dear to me.

Therapeutic Training

The journey of my life has allowed me to explore how to offer an authentic space of trust, empathy and compassion, with a deep understanding and theoretical knowledge of, racial identity, LGBTQI, sexual identity, teenagers, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship breakdown and low self-esteem, having worked and trained at First Steps (Eating Disorders), and RELATE whilst qualifying with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2023.

Approaches to counselling

The modality that I work within is an integrative approach, which uses tools, theories and approaches from person centered, solution focused therapy and CBT, which are only used based on their appropriateness to you the individual.

Surviving, thriving, understanding, reflection and growth are core characteristics and qualities that I work towards with you, to explore how you feel about yourself, find coping strategies, and realise your goals, true potential and healing.  

Sessions last 50 mins and are delivered in a person-centred approach, using integrative tools from CBT and compassion focused therapy.

Each session will be based on the goals/topics that you choose to explore and there will be time for reflection at the end of each session.

How many sessions you require is completely your choice, but a minimum of six sessions is typically a useful number to make some breakthroughs in your thought process/and or recovery. Reviews of your journey will take place every sixth session, allowing you time to reflect on the tools you are beginning to discover to enhance your life choices. 

My own therapeutic journey began when I trained as a Ballet and Contemporary Dancer (Professional Diploma) and worked extensively in Theatre and musicals for 10 years, learning about self reflection and resilience. Followed by becoming a teacher of the performing arts (Diploma for Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector), which I have successfully guided young people through their qualifications and in their lives for 17 years, through pastoral roles, managing enrichment community groups, and helping educators understand the importance of intersectionality within our society. Something which is dear to me.

Therapeutic Training

The journey of my life has allowed me to explore how to offer an authentic space of trust, empathy and compassion, with a deep understanding and theoretical knowledge of, racial identity, LGBTQI, sexual identity, teenagers, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship breakdown and low self-esteem, having worked and trained at First Steps (Eating Disorders), and RELATE whilst qualifying with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling in 2023.

Approaches to counselling

The modality that I work within is an integrative approach, which uses tools, theories and approaches from person centered, solution focused therapy and CBT, which are only used based on their appropriateness to you the individual.

Surviving, thriving, understanding, reflection and growth are core characteristics and qualities that I work towards with you, to explore how you feel about yourself, find coping strategies, and realise your goals, true potential and healing.  

Sessions last 50 mins and are delivered in a person-centred approach, using integrative tools from CBT and compassion focused therapy.

Each session will be based on the goals/topics that you choose to explore and there will be time for reflection at the end of each session.

How many sessions you require is completely your choice, but a minimum of six sessions is typically a useful number to make some break throughs in your thought process/and or recovery. Reviews of your journey will take place every sixth session, allowing you time to reflect on the tools you are beginning to discover to enhance your life choices.