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Services
At Bright Path Psychology, we offer a range of services designed to support you, your child, or your family. From evidence-based therapies to tailored assessments, we focus on understanding your unique needs and providing compassionate care to help you move forward. Here’s a bit more about what we do and how we can help.
Initial Consultation
At Bright Path Psychology, we know there are many reasons why people struggle, and finding the right way to help starts with truly understanding what’s going on. That’s where an initial consultation comes in. It’s an important first step in your journey with us, and we’re here to make it as supportive and comfortable as possible.
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We understand that meeting someone new can feel daunting, especially when it comes to talking about personal challenges. During the initial consultation, you’ll meet with a psychologist who will ask lots of questions to get a clear picture of what’s happening. But don’t worry—we won’t push you to talk about anything you’re not ready to share.
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What to Expect
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Timeframe: The consultation will last up to 90 minutes to allow us enough time to explore your concerns thoroughly.
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Family Involvement: If the consultation is for a child, parents or caregivers are often part of the process to provide important background information.
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Interactive Elements: For younger clients, the session might include playing some games or activities to help us understand their needs in a relaxed and engaging way.
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Questionnaires: Before the consultation, you’ll be asked to complete some questionnaires to help build a complete understanding of your situation.
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Outcome: After the consultation, you’ll receive a detailed letter summarising the session and outlining recommendations for moving forward. This might include suggestions for therapy, further assessments, or other types of support.
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Our goal is to make you feel safe, understood, and confident about the next steps. An initial consultation is about mapping out the journey.
Specialist Assessment
Sometimes, understanding what’s happening takes a closer look. Specialist assessments can provide valuable insights to help unpick what someone is experiencing and guide them toward the right support. At Bright Path Psychology, we offer two key types of assessments: Cognitive Assessments and Autism Assessments.
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Cognitive Assessments
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Cognitive assessments, such as the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children (WISC), are designed to explore a child’s thinking and learning abilities. This type of assessment helps identify strengths and areas where extra support might be needed, offering a clearer picture of how they learn best.
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What to Expect:
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Your child will meet with a psychologist to complete the WISC, which includes engaging tasks like puzzles, problem-solving, and memory exercises.
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The process is designed to be interactive and supportive, ensuring your child feels comfortable throughout.
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We may contact your child’s school to gather additional information about their learning environment and progress.
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Following the assessment, you will receive a detailed report summarising the results, including insights into your child’s cognitive strengths and weaknesses, along with tailored recommendations to support their learning at home and school.
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Autism Assessments
Autism assessments are designed to explore whether a child may be experiencing difficulties consistent with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This comprehensive process involves understanding their developmental history and current challenges across home, school, and social settings.
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What to Expect:
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The assessment involves two clinicians working collaboratively to ensure a thorough and balanced perspective.
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Parent Interview: You’ll meet with a clinician to discuss your child’s early development, current challenges, and strengths.
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Child Assessment: Your child will meet with a clinician to complete the ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule). This takes about an hour and includes play-based activities and age-appropriate questions.
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School Input: We will contact your child’s school to gather feedback, either through a conversation with staff or a written report, to understand how your child interacts in their educational environment.
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Questionnaires: Parents and sometimes teachers will complete specific questionnaires to provide additional insight.
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Feedback and Report: Once the assessment is complete, you’ll have a separate feedback session to discuss the findings. You will also receive a comprehensive written report with recommendations for next steps, including support strategies and interventions.
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Specialist assessments can be an important step in understanding your child’s needs and accessing the right support. We’re here to guide you through the process with care and clarity, ensuring you feel confident about the outcomes and how to move forward.
Therapy
At Bright Path Psychology, therapy is tailored to fit your unique needs. The type of therapy depends on the findings from the initial assessment and the challenges being experienced. Often, therapy combines elements from different approaches to ensure the best outcomes.
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Clinical psychologists are highly trained in understanding the theories behind mental health difficulties, including what causes them and what maintains them. These theories inform the different models of therapy, and as psychologists, we can integrate these models to provide flexible, effective support.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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CBT is a structured, evidence-based therapy that focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviours influence each other. It’s particularly effective for issues like anxiety, low mood, OCD and PTSD.
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What to Expect:
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The young person will work with a psychologist to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours and learn strategies to change them.
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Families may be involved to help reinforce strategies at home and to better understand the young person’s experiences.
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Sessions often include practical exercises and “homework” to practice new skills in real life.
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Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
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CFT helps individuals develop self-compassion and reduce feelings of shame or self-criticism. It’s especially helpful for those who struggle with anxiety, self-esteem, or feeling overwhelmed.
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The young person will explore ways to balance their emotional system and respond to themselves with kindness instead of criticism.
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Families might be involved to understand how they can support the young person in developing self-compassion.
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Sessions may include mindfulness, guided imagery, and learning about how the brain responds to stress.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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IFS focuses on understanding the different “parts” of a person’s inner world—such as the part that feels anxious, the part that gets angry, or the part that feels calm. It’s particularly useful for managing big emotions and building emotional resilience.
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What to Expect:
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The young person will learn to identify and connect with their different “parts” in a supportive and non-judgmental way.
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Sessions often involve creative and playful techniques, such as storytelling or visualisation, to help children engage with their emotions.
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Families may be involved to better understand the young person’s inner experiences and to provide consistent support at home.
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An Integrative Approach
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Therapy at Bright Path Psychology may involve one or a combination of these models, depending on what’s most helpful. This decision is guided by the initial assessment and ongoing discussions about what’s working best for the young person and their family.
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With a deep understanding of mental health theory and a flexible approach, we aim to provide therapy that feels personalised, effective, and supportive—helping you or your child take meaningful steps forward.
Reflective Practice/Supervision
Reflective practice is a structured approach that allows teams working in emotionally challenging environments—such as care homes, community support services, and other caring professions—to pause, reflect, and process their experiences. It creates a safe space for staff to explore the emotional impact of their work, share challenges, and develop strategies to support their well-being and professional growth.
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This type of practice is recommended by regulatory bodies such as Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission (CQC) as an important component of maintaining high-quality care standards. Reflective practice helps teams build resilience, improve communication, and enhance their ability to provide compassionate and effective support to those in their care.
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Why Use an External Facilitator?
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Having an external facilitator, like a clinical psychologist, guide reflective practice sessions offers several advantages:
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Neutral Perspective: An external professional provides a neutral and unbiased perspective, creating a safe space for open and honest discussions.
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Expertise in Emotional Processing: Clinical psychologists are trained to help teams explore and manage the emotional challenges of their work while maintaining boundaries and professionalism.
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Team Cohesion: Reflective practice can strengthen team dynamics, helping staff understand and support each other better.
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Practical Strategies: Sessions often include actionable advice and techniques that can be implemented to improve well-being and service delivery.
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Who Is Reflective Practice For?
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Reflective practice is ideal for teams working in:
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Care homes
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Community support services
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Caring professions, including healthcare, education, and social work
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If you’re interested in learning more about how reflective practice can benefit your team, please get in touch to request additional information or discuss your needs.
Pricing
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Here is a guide to the costs of our services:
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15-Minute Consultation ......................................... Free
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Initial Assessment ................................................... £300
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Cognitive Assessment ........................................... £500
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Autism Assessment .............................................. £1900
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Therapy (per hour) ................................................... £140
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Attendance at Meetings (per hour) ......................... £140
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Reflective Supervision .......................................... POA (Please contact us to discuss)
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If you have any questions or require further details, feel free to reach out. We're here to help.