Reduced Rate Therapy

Being a training therapist at Selfspace was a truly special experience. Their unique, modern approach to therapy makes it so accessible, which is exactly what the low-cost service embodies. The support network was incredible - as one of their first trainees, I loved how they took an open approach, really listening to what we needed and trusting us as experts of our trainee experience. I was fortunate to train alongside wonderful colleagues who shared this journey with me, which led to an amazing opportunity to join the team. Now working here as a therapist straight out of uni is just the most incredible experience you could imagine. What makes Selfspace unique is how they encourage therapists to practice authentically and organically. You're supported to be unapologetically yourself - exactly the model I want to show my clients. It's beautiful, brilliant, and such a nurturing place to both train and work.

Starting a placement and working with clients for the first time can feel daunting. I remember thinking, 'okay I've practiced in the flight simulator for months, now it's time to fly!" At Self Space, with the support from the clinical team, guidance from the front of house, and encouragement from the other therapists, I felt I was in the right environment to grow and develop.

I feel very fortunate to have completed my placement at Self Space. Finding a clinical placement as a trainee counsellor and having your first proper clients can be an extremely anxiety-inducing process, so having a placement where you feel supported and held is of vital importance. From the outset, Self Space helped me feel welcome and encouraged. We had wonderful, frequent check-ins and supervision groups with the placement lead, which allowed us trainees to support each other as well as seek clinical guidance. I got to work in a multi-disciplinary team of staff members and therapists from various modalities, so I learned so much just from chatting to them between sessions. The online system was quick and simple to learn, and I felt I could reach out whenever I needed advice. I worked with a wide range of clients, some of whom I am still working with today as a qualified therapist! Best of all, doing my placement at Self Space helped me realise how important working in a team is for me, and I had the chance to apply for a position once I qualified. If you're a trainee therapist looking for a flexible, friendly, and beautiful place to take those first, scary steps, I could not recommend Self Space highly enough.