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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees for your consultancy services?
We offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation to discuss your concerns and how we can assist you or your organisation. Our consultancy services provide expert advice and tailored solutions for individuals, families, and organisations. We diagnose issues, analyse data, and recommend actionable steps, with fees starting at £150 per hour or billed as a day rate.
What is Professional Mental Health Consultancy and how can I help?
Professional Mental Health Consultancy provides tailored guidance, strategic support, and training for educational institutions and organisations. I help enhance mental health strategies, review and implement policies and procedures, assess workplace systems, and address the growing demand for mental health training. With over 16 years of experience in health, education, and social care, I offer expertise to advance mental health initiatives, create supportive environments, and deliver impactful employee training to help your organisation thrive.
How do sessions work?
Sessions are conducted remotely via Teams or Zoom, or Face-to-Face. All last 50 minutes. The number of sessions is tailored to your needs, following evidence-based guidance.
Do you offer Face to Face sessions?
Yes, availability and location may affect this, and a fee might apply for the therapy room. Feel free to email me at info.priormindset@gmail.com for details.
How can I help CBT professionals?
I provide comprehensive support to help cognitive behavioural psychotherapists establish and grow their private practice. My services include: • Ensuring compliance with record-keeping and legal obligations • Assisting with sourcing web designers for a professional online presence • Offering guidance on finding referral sources and work opportunities • Providing group and 1-to-1 clinical supervision to enhance professional practice • Delivering training packages, including adapting CBT for neurodiverse clients • Signposting to valuable resources for skill development in specific therapeutic areas With tailored support, supervision, and training, I can help you build a successful, inclusive, and fulfilling practice.
Why choose personal family therapy?
Family therapy recognises that one family member’s mental health struggles can affect the entire family. Family therapy is very successful as it enhances communication, strengthens relationships, and resolves conflicts, building coping skills and improving support systems. By addressing underlying issues, family therapy fosters a healthier family dynamic.
How can I help you?
I provide tailored services for individuals, families, and children, including: • Online Neurodiversity and Life Coaching • CBT and DBT Talking Therapies using evidence-based protocols • Parent Advisory Service with 1-to-1 consultations on: – Family support, referrals, and signposting – Educational challenges and school refusal – Behaviour management and conflict resolution – Mental health, social, and emotional concerns I also conduct neurodiversity screenings and can refer or signpost you to private diagnostic professionals if needed.
How do I pay for my sessions/consultancy?
Self-funding sessions require advance payment via cash or bank transfer. I invoice major health insurance companies directly—check your policy for coverage and contributions as they may only cover some of the fee. I can also invoice schools and local authorities for educational care or care packages.
What should I prepare before my session?
To make the most of therapy, prepare the following: A4 Notepad: To note key points and insights A4 Folder: To organise worksheets and track your progress Initial Assessment Document: Complete and email this to info.priormindset@gmail.com at least 48 hours before your sessionThese steps help lay a solid foundation for your therapy journey.
How accessible and flexible are you?
Online therapy connects you with an NHS award-winning family mental health specialist, regardless of location. I work with children and families across the UK, offering flexible scheduling and eliminating travel costs. This service provides access to a CAMHS professional with expertise in family social work and a master’s degree in CBT.
How can I help your organisation build inclusive workplaces for neurodiverse employees?
I provide tailored guidance to help you support neurodiverse employees by implementing effective, reasonable adjustments that align with your organisational goals. With a proven NHS STAR Award for exceptional care, I bring expertise to help you foster an inclusive, resilient workplace that empowers neurodiverse team members and promotes lasting mental well-being. Contact me via info.priormindset@gmail.com to discuss how we can create a more inclusive and supportive workplace together.
What if I need to cancel my appointment?
I operate a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you notify me within 48 hours, we can reschedule. If you cancel within this period, the full fee is payable. Please check with your insurance provider regarding their cancellation policy.
What are your service fees?
I offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and how I can help. Services—including therapy, neurodiversity coaching, assessments, and parent advice—start at £100 per hour, with fees ranging from £100-£250 depending on location and options. Visit my Contact Page to inquire and create your own package.
Prior Mindset covers multiple postcodes across Greater Manchester, Oldham, Huddersfield, Halifax, and surrounding areas. These include M35 (Failsworth); OL1 (Oldham town centre, Royton, Moorside); OL2 (Shaw, Royton, Crompton); OL3 (Saddleworth – Uppermill, Greenfield, Diggle, Delph, Dobcross); OL4 (Lees, Watersheddings, Grotton, Austerlands, Hathershaw); OL8 (Hollinwood, Limeside, Bardsley, Werneth); OL9 (Chadderton); M25 (Prestwich, Sedgley Park); M34 (Denton, Audenshaw part); M40 (Miles Platting, Newton Heath, Moston); M43 (Droylsden); M8 (Cheetham Hill, Crumpsall); M9 (Blackley, Harpurhey); OL10 (Heywood); OL11 (Rochdale – Castleton); OL16 (Rochdale – Milnrow, Firgrove, Newbold); OL5 (Mossley); OL6 (Ashton-under-Lyne east); OL7 (Ashton-under-Lyne south); SK15 (Stalybridge); SK16 (Dukinfield); BL0 (Ramsbottom, Holcombe, Edenfield); BL2 (Bolton – Breightmet, Tonge Moor, Ainsworth); BL8 (Bury – Brandlesholme, Tottington, Walshaw); BL9 (Bury town centre, Pimhole, Fishpool, Unsworth); HD7 (Slaithwaite, Marsden, Linthwaite); M1 (Manchester City Centre – Piccadilly, Chinatown, NQ); M11 (Openshaw, Clayton, Beswick); M12 (Ardwick, Longsight); M13 (Ardwick, Victoria Park); M14 (Rusholme, Fallowfield, Moss Side); M15 (Hulme, Deansgate Locks); M16 (Old Trafford, Whalley Range); M18 (Gorton); M19 (Levenshulme, Burnage); M2 (Central business district – Deansgate, St Ann’s Sq); M21 (Chorlton-cum-Hardy); M27 (Swinton, Pendlebury); M3 (Spinningfields, Castlefield, Salford Central); M32 (Stretford); M4 (Northern Quarter, Ancoats, Miles Platting); M45 (Whitefield, Radcliffe part); M5 (Salford – Pendleton, Ordsall); M50 (Salford Quays, MediaCityUK); M6 (Salford – Claremont, Langworthy); M7 (Salford – Kersal, Broughton); OL12 (Rochdale – Norden, Whitworth); OL13 (Bacup – Rossendale); OL14 (Todmorden – Calderdale); OL15 (Littleborough); SK13 (Glossop, Hadfield); SK14 (Hyde, Hollingworth, Mottram); BB4 (Haslingden, Rawtenstall, Edenfield); BL1 (Bolton town centre, Smithills, Halliwell); BL3 (Great Lever, Little Lever, Darcy Lever); BL4 (Farnworth, Kearsley); BL7 (Egerton, Bromley Cross, Turton); HD1 (Huddersfield town centre, Birkby); HD2 (Bradley, Deighton, Brackenhall); HD3 (Lindley, Marsh, Salendine Nook); HD4 (Newsome, Berry Brow, Netherton); HD5 (Moldgreen, Dalton); HD6 (Brighouse, Rastrick); HD9 (Holmfirth, Honley); HX1 (Halifax town centre); HX2 (Illingworth, Mixenden, Pellon); HX3 (Skircoat Green, Siddal, Southowram); HX5 (Elland); HX7 (Hebden Bridge, Mytholmroyd); M20 (Withington, Didsbury); M22 (Wythenshawe, Northenden); M23 (Baguley, Brooklands, Roundthorn); M28 (Worsley, Walkden, Boothstown); M29 (Tyldesley, Astley); M30 (Eccles, Monton, Barton); M31 (Carrington, Partington); M33 (Sale); M38 (Little Hulton); M41 (Urmston, Davyhulme, Flixton); M46 (Atherton); SK1 (Stockport town centre); SK2 (Offerton, Great Moor); SK22 (New Mills); SK3 (Edgeley, Davenport, Adswood); SK4 (Heaton Chapel, Heaton Moor); SK5 (Reddish); SK6 (Marple, Bredbury, Romiley, High Lane); WA14 (Altrincham, Bowdon, Broadheath); WA15 (Timperley, Hale, Hale Barns); WN7 (Leigh, Westleigh, Pennington); BB10 (Burnley – Padiham side); BB11 (Burnley town centre); BB12 (Burnley – Rosegrove, Hapton, Worsthorne); BB3 (Darwen); BB5 (Accrington, Church, Clayton-le-Moors, Oswaldtwistle); BD13 (Queensbury, Denholme); BL5 (Westhoughton, Chew Moor); BL6 (Horwich, Blackrod, Lostock); HD8 (Denby Dale, Skelmanthorpe, Clayton West); HX4 (Greetland, Stainland); HX6 (Sowerby Bridge, Ripponden); M44 (Irlam, Cadishead); M90 (Manchester Airport); S33 (Hope Valley – Castleton, Hathersage western edge); S35 (Chapeltown, High Green, Ecclesfield); SK17 (Buxton northern sectors); SK23 (Whaley Bridge); SK7 (Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Woodford); SK8 (Cheadle, Gatley, Heald Green); WA1 (Warrington town centre, Padgate); WA13 (Lymm); WA16 (Knutsford, Mobberley); WA2 (Orford, Longford); WA3 (Golborne, Culcheth, Lowton, Birchwood); WA4 (Appleton, Grappenhall, Latchford); WA5 (Great Sankey, Penketh, Westbrook); WF12 (Dewsbury); WF13 (Dewsbury, Batley Carr); WF14 (Mirfield); WF15 (Liversedge); WF16 (Heckmondwike); WF17 (Batley, Birstall); WN1 (Wigan town centre, Swinley, Whitley); WN2 (Ince, Hindley, Platt Bridge, Abram); WN3 (Goose Green, Worsley Mesnes, Poolstock); WN4 (Ashton-in-Makerfield, Bryn); WN5 (Orrell, Pemberton, Winstanley); WN6 (Standish, Shevington, Appley Bridge); BB1 (Blackburn north/east, Rishton); BB2 (Blackburn south/west); BB6 (Great Harwood, Whalley south edge); BB7 (Clitheroe southern Ribble Valley); BB8 (Colne, Foulridge); BB9 (Nelson, Brierfield); BD11 (Birkenshaw); BD12 (Low Moor, Odsal); BD6 (Wibsey); CW10 (Middlewich); CW11 (Sandbach outer northern edge); CW9 (Northwich northern tip, Lostock Gralam); L34 (Prescot); L35 (Rainhill, Whiston); L36 (Huyton); PR25 (Leyland east); PR26 (Leyland southern edge, Croston, Ulnes Walton); PR6 (Chorley, Heath Charnock, Brinscall); PR7 (Chorley, Euxton, Coppull, Buckshaw Village); S36 (Stocksbridge, Deepcar, Penistone, Thurlstone); and S75 (Barnsley – Gawber, Pogmoor, Wilthorpe).