It’s easy to walk by the Didsbury Counselling and Therapy Centre on Burton Road without noticing it, but it’s a fantastic space and we’re very lucky to have access to such talented professionals so close by. One of their team is Kirsty, who recently took the time to fill me in on her role as a therapist and how the Didsbury centre works. If you’ve ever considered counselling for yourself or a loved one, then this is for you.

How long have you been a therapist?

I have been working in private practice for the last 3 years, having made the decision to set up on my own. Working independently enables me to have a more flexible working day and better meet the needs of my clients. I  now work evenings and early mornings, as well as three full days a week.

What would you most like people to know about therapy?

All sorts of people come to therapy. I see lots of students, couples, individuals, people of all ages who need a space to talk. Therapy is about creating a confidential and judgement-free space.

It can be scary to think about coming to therapy. Lots of people don’t know what to expect, how to act, what to say and may feel overwhelmed in the first session. These are all totally normal feelings. I would love people to know that, if they are thinking about therapy, they should absolutely book a session and see how they feel.