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Therapy with us
From our service users to you…
“Therapist started by asking about me and my difficulties and working from there - this felt very personal. Therapist ensured I found every session helpful.”
“My therapist was patient and understanding. She adapted each session to meet my needs and optimise progress. I felt listened to and valued throughout.”
“It has been weird for me, I was in a room full of strangers which I now can call friends in a way. I've had a good time and learnt many new things as well as how to stop my stress going over the top. The therapists have been lovely and welcoming and understanding.”
“I can't really describe how valuable this experience has been to me. I feel that I've taken the first, hardest steps into changing my behaviour and I couldn't be more grateful for the support I have received. The therapists have been great, I've felt supported and listened to which means so much.”
“They were incredibly supportive and relaxed which helped when it was sometimes difficult. After the first week I wasn't sure I wanted to come back but now I'm so glad I did, it's been amazing! Thank you for making life simpler!”
“More helpful than I ever could have imagined. Both therapists were wonderful - their manner, patience and knowledge created such a safe and positive environment to be in. Discussing anxiety in a group of strangers seemed a ridiculous idea that would only make it worse but it was the best starting point. The ability to identify problems e.g. the worry tree and the techniques to deal without have made so much of life enjoyable again.”
“Both therapists were very calm, friendly and relaxed. Everything was explained in an easily understandable way. I felt that everyone was listened to if they wanted to be but there wasn't any pressure to speak. The sessions have made me feel that although it's not an easy fix, there are definitely ways to cope with the issues I'm facing which I wasn't aware of, which is reassuring.”
“They were all very caring and patient, listening and able to offer techniques. I felt they were very experienced and knowledgeable.”
“Always felt I could ask questions and have them treated seriously. Has made me question (positively) my outlook. Has given me a set of tools that will positively affect/improve my quality of life.”
“Really, really helpful, taught me lots about meeting my own needs and setting boundaries that are good for everyone. Communicating needs and feeling more confident that it is ok to have needs.”
“My therapists were great! Always friendly, upbeat and emphatic. Noticed when I wasn't myself during one session and helped me. I felt cared for.”
“Very kind, helpful, understanding and funny therapists. Felt like I can trust them and make the sessions easier, felt free to put myself into it. They made sure everyone understands everything and explained or spent more time with us if didn't. Very happy that I referred myself to this. Thank you.”
“Very sympathetic and it is reassuring to know that what I was feeling is normal. I have been able to take away something from very session and have found the handouts very helpful to refer back to.”
“Very helpful, I learned to look at things from a more positive perspective. My therapist was very kind, listened to all my problems and helped me address and overcome them. I am not completely 'cured' but I didn't expect to be, as the rest is down to me in the end.”
“I was scared to join a group but the therapists and the other people there were just so lovely they made me feel comfortable and confident. I could do something like this again.”
“I felt fairly miserable when I started but as the weeks progressed I realised how the members of the group were helping me with working through my difficulties. The facilitators were good at getting people to share their experiences and helping to see the similarities between us.”
“Enjoyed the group, found it very helpful, will miss it.”
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Make the first step
We know the courage it takes to ask for help, and we hope you’ll consider therapy with us. Read more about what to expect if you refer.
Talking Change is for everyone aged sixteen or over, who live in Portsmouth and are registered with a GP in the city.
You can self-refer by calling us on 0300 123 3934 or by completing this secure form online.
Urgent help
Talking Change is not an emergency mental health service for people in crisis. Support is available from specialist services if urgent help is needed.