Tracey Ward Psychotherapy
Welcome to Tracey Ward Psychotherapy online, where you will receive personally tailored therapy from a trusted therapist.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
quality and flexible online service
BABCP accredited
over a decade of experience
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
quality and flexible online service
BABCP accredited
over a decade of experience
Tracey Ward Psychotherapy
We specialise in treating a range of mental health concerns with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Our dedicated team is here to provide a quality and flexible online service. Why not take the first step on your journey with us today
Quality standards BABCP accredited
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will I come for my appointments?
We specialise in treating a range of mental health concerns with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR). Our dedicated team is here to provide a quality and flexible online service. Why not take the first step on your journey with us today
Quality standards BABCP accredited
How can I prepare for my session?
Before the sessions it is useful to have a think about the areas you would like help with and when it all started. Sometimes there is a clear trigger and sometimes this is more difficult to identify. Recent examples of the difficulty you would like help with are often useful to discuss. It is also useful to think about what you would like to get from your sessions.
How Long Does A Session Last?
Sessions are around 50 minutes.
What's the first CBT Session Like?
Starting therapy can be an anxious time. The first session and often the first few sessions are about getting a really good understanding of the difficulties that have brought you to therapy and your therapeutic goals.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
The amount of sessions varies for each person depending on what you would like help with and your therapy goals.
Confidentiality
Anything you say in the therapy session remains confidential. The only time confidentiality is broken is when the therapist has concerns that you are a risk to yourself or someone else. If this concern arises the therapist will openly discuss this with you and in the first instance you will be encouraged to seek further support yourself, for example your therapist may request you arrange an appointment with your general practitioner.
How Often Do I Need Sessions?
It is useful to have weekly or fortnightly sessions at first, this helps the development of the therapeutic relationship. It also ensures consistency is maintained.
Do EMDR have side effects?
Like any sort of talk therapy, you might feel emotionally drained and vulnerable after. Or like you need some time to yourself. The brain continues the process of healing following the session. Occasionally people have vivid dreams or remember things they have forgotten following a session. This is all a normal part of the healing process. But otherwise, eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing is a completely safe experience.
I’m Not Sure I Know What I Want to Work on.
This is very normal, it’s not always clear and you don’t need to know to come for therapy, a key part of the initial process is helping you to understand what you want to work on and your therapeutic goals.
What If I Don’t Connect With My CBT Therapist?
Getting the right therapist is important and however highly trained the therapist is sometimes it’s just not the right person for you. If you can, share your concerns with the therapist, they will not be offended but will be able to have an open discussion with you and help you find a therapist who is right for you.
What If I’m In A Crisis In Between Sessions?
There are a number of mental health helplines which can provide support and advice such as the Samaritans 08457 90 90 90. Local accident and emergency departments will be able to support you or if the crisis is less urgent, book an appointment to see your general practitioner.
Cancelling An Appointment?
I require at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel an appointment. It is the policy to charge for any missed appointments. Cancellations without appropriate notice that being less than 24 hours will be charged at half the cost of the session.
Referrals
You can contact me directly via phone, my contact page or e-mail. I do not require a general practitioner referral letter. Referrals are also welcomed from other services and agencies please contact me to discuss your requirements.
Code Of Ethics
As a fully accredited member of the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Therapists (BABCP) I adhere to their ethical framework and guidelines to ensure that you receive a professional and quality service.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision is where I discuss my practice at regular intervals with another accredited CBT therapist. The information discussed is confidential and the aim is to have a review of the therapy I am providing and to get advice on achieving therapy goals. This ensures a high standard of therapeutic practice is achieved at all times and it is a requirement to maintain my accreditation.
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