Testimonials

“ Karen has a good balance of having both exceptional clinical expertise alongside lots of practical and common sense. Karen is focused on achieving the best results for the individual. She is able to work in adapting and complex situations. I would recommend Karen to anyone seeking therapeutic support” 

Julie Stansfield  | CEO In Control Partnerships

"...During therapy Lacey will lay by side where I unconsciously reach out and stroke her. The touch brings calm and I can continue. Often she will sit by my side or lean over my shoulder as I focus on the EMDR light bar. I often feel we are in it together.”

Marcus puts out his paw to me just as I am about to crumble and provides moments of respite from the overwhelming feelings. Somehow he seems to know the right time to nudge me and in doing so I am reminded I am not alone in this quagmire.

For me, this bond continues outside of therapy as I have pictures of the trio in my car, living room and at the side of my bed- they are my safe place – I just look at their faces in moments of panic and cannot help but smile. Oh and Karen is simply amazing!!”

Anne  (trauma focused therapy for complex PTSD)

“…The transformation it makes to the patients is quite outstanding. We have noticed the patients open up and start communicating, wanting to be involved, talking about pets and animal stories…”

Nurse     (Dog Assisted Therapy within Residential Care)

“…We have also noticed that patients that have been agitated are quite happy to sit and pat the dog and that the dog seems to have a calming effect, which is great…”

Care Home Manager   (Dog Assisted Therapy within Dementia Care Home)

“I have learnt more about strokes and my dad’s difficulties in the short time I have known Karen, than the 10 years since my dad had his first stroke.”

Jackie    (Daughter of client, who experienced a stroke, resulting in global aphasia)

"...Thank you for the speed of your report so we can make the right progress with our employee before she finishes her probation period.  We will definitely look at using your services in future as we found it very beneficial.  Thank you for your time and advice."

Employer (Return to Work Assessment for Employee)