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Put me at ease straight away

Posted By YJW

"Put me at ease straight away"

About: Inclusion Thurrock (Talking Therapies)

(as the patient),

I had 6 weeks of therapy with Olivia. The first session that I had I was very anxious. Olivia straight away put me at ease. She explained everything to me about what we was going to cover and if I was happy with that. Each session she started by asking how I was. We would go through some questions and see how I was feeling. Each week I was given some work to do at home, this I found quite helpful. One of the tasks that I had was to keep a diary of all of my worries. Then I would have some time during my day to think about my worries and then write them down on a piece of paper and then screw it up and throw it away. I did it the same time every day and I found it helpful. Since my therapy has finished, I have carried on having my 20 minute each day.

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Response from Taffy Nyambuya, Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Inclusion Thurrock NHS Talking Therapies 2 weeks ago
Taffy Nyambuya
Assistant Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner,
Inclusion Thurrock NHS Talking Therapies

Submitted on 22/05/2025 at 16:21
Published on Care Opinion at 16:21

Dear YJW,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. It's wonderful to hear how Olivia was able to support you and make you feel at ease right from the start, especially when you were feeling anxious.

Your description of the sessions—and how structured, thoughtful, and supportive they were—really highlights some the core values we stand for; of compassion and empowerment within therapy. It’s especially encouraging to hear how the practical tools you learned, like the daily worry time exercise, have continued to benefit you even after your sessions ended.

That ongoing commitment to your wellbeing is a huge achievement. We're so pleased to hear that you're maintaining those positive habits and continuing to build on the progress you've made.

We are so glad you had Olivia to help you along this journey of healing.

I hope that your positive experience will encourage others to share their story with us at Inclusion Thurrock Talking Therapies.

All the best,

Taffy

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