No, anyone can self-refer for private therapy. As part of the assessment we may need to liaise with your GP.
Private therapy can be provided in a variety of circumstances, for example:
- When someone has a concern but they don’t want to wait for a NHS appointment
- Someone is being seen by an NHS therapist but want additional therapy
- Someone wants a second opinion
- Someone wants different ideas on how to progress with therapy
- Someone isn’t eligible for NHS therapy
- Someone requires an assessment as part of an insurance claim
Please note that if the person is known by the NHS then the private therapist will work collaboratively.
No, we will work closely with any NHS therapist to ensure you get the best possible care.
Please try and let us know as soon as you know that you are not able to make the session, failed appointments may incur a charge.
This is completely dependent on the individual. When you receive your assessment report this will contain a recommended block of therapy, which has been advised by a specialist therapist based on the outcome of the assessment. If you improve faster than anticipated it may be that you do not need the recommended number of sessions.
Yes, if attendance at a meeting is required then this can be arranged for a set cost. We will also provide reports for meetings at an arranged cost.
Based on clinical need and discussion with the therapist, home visits can be offered. Travel costs are charged if the home visit is charged at 45p per mile when travel is more than 10 miles from the office base of the therapist. This will be discussed prior to booking a session. Home visits are typically offered in the areas of Warrington, Liverpool and Manchester; however on discussion with the therapist other areas may be considered.
Initial assessments typically last for 60 minutes and therapy session vary between 30-60 minutes dependent on clinical need. This will be discussed within the initial assessment.
Sessions can be arranged to take place online, the effectiveness of these sessions depend on the internet speed and coverage and therefore this will be discussed prior to booking.
