Welcome

Hello! I’m really pleased you’re here! Pop the kettle on, take a seat, and I’ll show you around.

I’m Kirsty, a fellow therapist and occasional doodle artist. I’m writing from my cosy plant-filled therapy room in Manchester England, and I hope we can be friends.

Since taking the scary leap into becoming an independent psychotherapist I’ve built a business and clinical practice that I’m proud of and that aligns with my values. But I’ve also learnt some tough lessons along the way and found that there’s something missing... being a private therapist is lonely business.

I’ve met some fantastic people, but I miss having colleagues and the feeling of belonging to a team. I’m on a mission to create a space for fellow therapists to get together and feel like we are all part of a tribe—a community of therapy nerds looking for compassionate connection, collaboration, and a place to bounce ideas around.

You’re in the right place if you are searching for...

• A community where the members ‘have each other's backs’; a tribe who believe that we are all colleagues not competitors.

• Referral networks where you can find those key people who will be helpful for your clients and know that others will hold you in mind for referrals too.

• A place to ask fellow therapists for support without the fear “Is this a stupid question?”

• Recommendations for books, training and other resource

• A place to think through dilemmas, approaches and general therapy nerdery

• People to have a brew with who “just get it” and know what it is like to do this job

It doesn’t matter if you’re a counsellor, psychotherapist or psychologist, everyone is welcome. I believe as caring profession we can all support and learn from one another regardless of our theoretical background.

Whether you’re in training, newly qualified, or have been in practice for years you’re welcome here.

The only ground rules are that this is an inclusive and respectful space

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