Liz Bunting

Hello, my name is Liz. I am a UKCP Accredited Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist & Registered Member with BACP. 

Based in Nantwich and covering the counties of Cheshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Wales & Greater Manchester, Kaleidoscope Psychotherapy is an established private practice based in a comfortable therapy room, with the option of outdoor therapy sessions in a peaceful & private wood on the borders of Cheshire & Shropshire.

Since 2012 I have extensive experience providing empathic & effective treatment in a safe & confidential therapeutic space to adolescents & adults experiencing ADHD, Anxiety, Anger, Depression, Low mood or Motivation, difficulties Making Decisions, Trust, or Transitions such as University, housing or career, bereavement (animal or human), are feeling angry, numb or lost and vulnerable, believing there is nowhere to turn I want to support you through this time. I provide a psychologically safe, consistent confidential therapeutic space for you to explore & express the difficulties you are experiencing. This is through talking therapy, creative methods such as sandtray and with the option of outdoor therapy sessions 'Forest Bathing' or Shinrin-Yoku; this is immersing yourself in nature, being away from technology & slowing down the stressful & hectic pace to just ‘be’.

My approach is Integrative & since beginning in private practice in 2012 , I have developed therapeutic treatment plans that draw from a variety of theories & select the most useful, relevant & effective, individualised to your preferred way of working, your interests & goals. This includes talking & working with Metaphor.

I believe that every individual has the personal ability to live a happy & constructive life & continue to develop across their lifespan, given the optimal environment of relational therapy which increases awareness of personal goals, strengths & the pathway to achieve these.

 I recognise the courage it takes to ask for support, to take that first significant psychological step to make the decision to attend therapy, this can feel daunting or overwhelming. This is natural and clients often tell me during the first session this passes quickly and feels much more comfortable than they could have imagined. 

My journey of providing counselling began with volunteering with ChildLine/NSPCC in Manchester 2006 and from there I completed training placements with Beacon Counselling a charity based in Bramhall, Stockport and within the NHS as part of a primary mental health team. 

Clients who have experienced the beneficial effects of therapy with Kaleidoscope Psychotherapy include athletes at Club, Regional, County, England, GB and International levels of sports in the following fields: Basketball, Cricket, Football, Hockey: Field & Ice, Swimming & Volleyball

Fees vary depending on your requirements for individual or group therapy or professional development.  £50 is for 25 minutes, £90 is for 50 minutes. 

I am available on weekdays and evenings.

F.A.Q

Q. What age do you work with?

A. Adolescents from age 16 into Adulthood

Q. How do we begin?

A. Please email liz@kaleidoscopepsychotherapy.co.uk with a brief overview of your worries, concerns & age of the person requiring therapy. I aim to respond to any enquiries within 24 hours of receiving your email. I do my best to be flexible & often am able to offer an initial telephone assessment of 25 minutes within the first week, thereafter I can offer regular psychotherapy sessions, whether that be online or in person within a week of the first contact call.

Q. How do I pay?

A. I require payment to be made in advance of the initial assessment call to secure the appointment. This ensures you know that time is booked for specifically for you and that I am committing my time, focus and attention solely on you and the issues you need to bring to therapy.

Q. What does the assessment involve?

A. The assessment is simply a discussion that gives you the client the opportunity to talk a bit about what is troubling you, any questions you may have about therapy & the way I work specifically & also for me to ask you a few questions about your symptoms, relevant physical or mental health issues & for us to establish that we will work well together.

Q. How long are the sessions?

A. I offer sessions in length of 25 minutes, 50 minutes, or 75 minutes, please enquire via email for relevant fees.

Q. How long does therapy last?

A. This varies depending on the following

·           Difficulties or trauma a person is experiencing

·            The length of time & intensity the issues have been affecting the person seeking therapy

·           The age of the client 

·           Goal(s)

Some individuals require weekly therapy sessions for 6 -12 months, when symptoms reduce we review & there is an option to move to fortnightly or monthly. 

However other people decide after attending weeks or months of psychotherapy that a check in as & when they need it can be very effective. This might be monthly or less frequent. 

This works because they have done the work in their original therapy to process or work through their difficulties and implemented healthy changes and coping mechanisms. 

Then when events happen in life that cause more stress, anxiety &/or trauma such as bereavement or significant transitions like house move or changes in relationships, it can be a relief to know they have someone with whom they have already built up a trusting, unbiased relationship that they can turn to.

Q. What is your cancellation policy?

A. 48 hours notice is required; less notice will incur the full session fee. This ensures that appointments are available for individuals who are available to attend & gives me time & flexibility to accommodate them. 

During November & December I offer online telephone or  video only sessions.  From January through October I offer in person therapy sessions in my comfortable therapy room in Nantwich or nature based therapy in a peaceful private forest.

I hold an Enhanced DBS/CRB clearance confirming my suitability to work with vulnerable adults and adolescents & I hold Professional Liability/Indemnity Insurance.

Testimonials

"My daughter has told me that you both felt the same about the progress made.... it feels like the end of an era and somehow a bit sad!! She is growing up and moving on. I can't say enough to express how fortunate we feel to have had you available to support our family. My daughter has been comfortable with you from day one and always looked forward to seeing you, never resisting at all. We have seen an incredible turnaround in her state of mind and she is clearly able to cope and manage in a way she couldn't before.  We discussed how this experience has shown her that therapy is always an option through life as she gets older, now that she has had this positive experience at a young age . 

I could imagine potentially reaching out to you if needed in the future so won't hesitate to do so." 

I have noticed a huge transformation in both (my children since they attended therapy). They are open, honest and have more confidence. I am so grateful for the boost you gave them and the safe place you offered.

I'll be keeping a close eye on them both and won't hesitate to call you if needed. Thank you x."

"Thank you for all of your help and support for my daughter. I know that   found it extremely valuable.

It has challenged her at times to work through some issues, but above all she has been able to put mechanisms in place to help her with life. Thank you and best wishes." 

We engaged Liz to help our young son who was struggling to express his emotions and feelings to such a degree that it was having a huge negative impact on his schooling as well as making home life very difficult. 

From the first session our son found Liz easy to talk to and at our update meetings we learnt some of what our son had previously been unable to express which meant that we could make changes within our family life to support our son in ways that we had not been aware of.  By sharing some of what we had learnt with his teacher, changes were also made at school.  As the weeks went by we began to see a change, and the once sad, isolated boy became more confident and was able to share how he felt and how the actions and words of others made him feel. 

Liz was very supportive throughout, our son really valued the sessions and we have seen a real change in him and that is why we would not hesitate to recommend Liz and this type of therapy."

"When we were first introduced to Liz our eldest daughter was suffering from post traumatic stress resulting from experiencing anaphaltic shock whilst on holiday

Liz has been fantastic in helping her getting back on her feet through the support, and therapeutic techniques she has taught her. She is much improved two years on and for that we thank Liz in assisting her on the journey to recovery." 

"It is difficult to put into words how Liz helped our family.  At such a difficult time for our daughter, Liz provided a safe and trusting bond with her in which she felt she could express all of her feelings and overcome them.  She has since grown into a confident and caring young adult. 

I couldn’t recommend Liz highly enough.  Liz’s love of horses was also an integral part of their bonding as my daughter also has that same bond with horses and we have found horses provide such a calming and therapeutic relationship with people.  A genuine professional lady with whom you can trust your young family members with."

"I asked Liz to help my son following a sudden bereavement, complicated by his high-pressured lifestyle, resulting in an anxious boy, angry and frightened by an unpredictable, unfair world.

My son felt safe with Liz and respected her expertise. This was very important. With clear and reassuring explanations we agreed our objectives and expectations. From then on I was happy and relieved to hand my son into her therapeutic care each week.

Gradually the sessions became less frequent, and my son became less of a perfectionist, in control of his anger and able to let go of his feelings of responsibility for other peoples safety. He is now a happy, confident, popular young man. He still uses the strategies when he feels stressed. I am very grateful to Liz for helping and making the whole family happier."