divergent life
Neuroaffirming · Trauma-informed

Space to be heard.
Support to move forward.

Therapy that makes room for your experiences, your needs and the way you understand the world. Together, we explore what feels difficult and what you would like to change.

Therapy from £130 · EMDR £175 ↓
Dr Ashlyn Firkins smiling at a table
Dr Ashlyn Firkins · Clinical Psychologist
Clear costs, from the start

Therapy fees

Therapy from £130

Per session, depending on the clinician you are seeing.

EMDR · £175

Per session. We will discuss whether this approach fits your needs.

We will confirm your clinician, session arrangements and fee before you book.

Ask for a free 15-minute consultation ↗
Your experiences matter

You can bring your whole story.

You might be seeking support with trauma, overwhelm, difficult feelings, relationships or a changing understanding of yourself. You may have a diagnosis, self-identify as neurodivergent, or simply want space to make sense of your experiences.

We take a neuroaffirming approach, with curiosity about your sensory needs, the pressures around you and what helps you feel understood. We discuss what would make sessions more accessible and work at a pace we agree together.

An approach shaped around you

More than one way to work together.

Our clinicians draw on a range of therapeutic approaches. These are a few examples, rather than a complete list. You do not need to choose a therapy before contacting us; we will talk through the options together.

Compassion-focused therapy
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
Narrative therapy
Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)

Availability depends on the clinician and your needs. Our shared foundation is neuroaffirming, trauma-informed care.

Getting started

A clear next step.

01 / CONNECT

Tell us what brings you here

Email us to arrange a free 15-minute consultation. We can offer a phone or video call to explore your needs and whether we are a good fit.

02 / PLAN

Agree how we will work

Discuss your clinician, approach, fees and appointments. Our admin team will help arrange a suitable time to begin.

03 / REVIEW

Make space to reflect

Review how therapy is going together, including its pace and focus. When it is time to finish, we make room to reflect and consider next steps.

A few useful questions

Do I need a diagnosis?

No. We also work with people who are exploring their experiences or seeking support without pursuing a diagnosis.

How many sessions will I need?

This varies with your needs and the approach we agree. We will discuss an initial plan and review it with you, including how often we meet.

What if phone calls are difficult?

You can start by email and tell us what would help. We can offer a phone or video consultation and discuss your communication preferences.

Would coaching be a better fit?

If you are looking to explore your identity and practical everyday goals, you may also want to look at our coaching service. We can help you consider which type of support fits what you need.

You can start with a question.

Tell us a little about what you are looking for. We will help you explore the next step.

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