Questions people ask.

CTRL+K is a modern therapy practice designed for people who don’t always feel at home in traditional therapy settings. I blend professional counselling with creativity, honesty and alt-culture energy, welcoming everyone, especially those who feel “othered” by typical approaches.

My approach is primarily person-centred and existential. It is rooted in empathy, authenticity and meaningful connection. I also integrate techniques from other models to tailor therapy to your needs.

Anyone, and I mean that. Whether you are navigating mental health challenges, identity questions, life transitions, relationship patterns, or simply wanting to reconnect with yourself, you are welcome here.

I want CTRL+K to feel genuinely accessible to everyone, including people from neurodivergent, queer, alt and creative communities who have not always felt at home in traditional therapy spaces. You do not have to belong to any particular group to be here. If you are human and curious about your inner world, this space is for you.

Sessions are £60 for 50 minutes, online or face-to-face. Sessions for children and young people are £20. The first 15 to 20 minute call is free. More on fees and working together.

I try to keep therapy as accessible as possible. If cost is a barrier, let’s talk. I hold a small number of reduced-fee spaces when available, and if I can’t help directly I may be able to signpost alternative options.

Yes. Much of my experience comes from supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Working with trauma here means you stay in control of what you share and when, we build safety before going anywhere difficult, and you never have to retell the whole story to do the work. How I work with trauma.

People have strong opinions about this, and different professionals use the words in different ways. Some see a clear distinction, with counselling focusing on the here and now and therapy going deeper into long-term patterns. Others use the terms to describe different levels of training.

I use the words counselling and therapy interchangeably. My work can be short-term or long-term, surface-level or deep, depending on what you need. With the influence of US social media, the word therapy is becoming more common in the UK, and I’ll be honest, I also think it sounds a bit cooler. What matters most is the relationship we build and the work we do together, not the label.

No judgement. Just a conversation. We’ll talk about what’s brought you here and what you’d like support with, at your pace.

Not at all. It’s totally normal to feel unsure, overwhelmed, or even blank at first. You don’t need to have a plan. We’ll figure it out together.

Nope. You’re in control of what you share, when you share it, and how. This isn’t a space where you’re pushed; it’s a space where you’re met.

Yes. Everything you share in therapy is confidential, with only a few legal exceptions, such as a risk of serious harm. We’ll go through this clearly before we begin.

Yes. Online sessions are held over a secure video platform, and I create a private, focused space whatever the format.

Yes, at a discounted rate of £20 per session. For under 16s I’ll need parent or carer consent and a signed parental agreement, plus a separate agreement with the young person. Read more.

Absolutely. Whether you want a one-off space to talk something through or longer-term support, we can work with whatever fits your life right now.

I know that not every therapeutic experience feels safe or helpful, and that can make trying again feel daunting. At CTRL+K, you won’t be pathologised, rushed or judged. We’ll move at your pace and honour your past experiences, good or bad.

I aim to meet people with curiosity, respect and cultural humility, not assumptions. You do not have to educate me on your existence or justify who you are. If I ever misunderstand something, I welcome honest conversation and feedback. My intention is to create a space where you feel seen, understood and safe to be yourself.

Definitely. I work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and identities, and you do not need to fit any particular description to be here. CTRL+K is also a space where neurodivergent, queer, chronically ill, tattooed, alt and creative people often feel especially at ease, because many have not always felt understood in more traditional therapy settings. Whoever you are, you are welcome.

Yes. I run workshops and psycho-educational sessions on themes such as modern masculinity, neurodivergence, vulnerability, identity and inclusion, with the same authentic and creative style that defines CTRL+K. About the workshops.

Absolutely. If you’re a community group, educator, workplace or fellow creative doing important work, especially in areas like identity, inclusion, masculinity or neurodivergence, I’d love to hear from you.

It’s a keyboard shortcut that creates a hyperlink. For me, it’s a metaphor for connection: with ourselves, with others, with something meaningful. Therapy is often the link between where we are and where we want to be.

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