Empower Your Journey to Recovery
Most people don’t know what to expect when they come to therapy. They feel overwhelmed, nervous, and sometimes scared. That’s okay.
Therapy doesn’t need to feel clinical or formal; it can feel real, human, and messy. You don’t have to be perfectly composed to show up; you just have to be willing. I want to demystify what this actually looks like, especially if you’re based in Canterbury and considering reaching out.
What If Therapy Doesn’t Look How You Expect?
The Myth: You Have to Be in Crisis
One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is that therapy is only for people in crisis. But some of the most powerful work happens before you reach the breaking point.
Therapy is not just for fixing a breakdown; it’s for building awareness, resilience, and tools so when the challenges do come (and they always do), you don’t feel like you’re crumbling under the weight of it all.
Coming to therapy doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you’re brave.
How I Show Up as a Real, Human Therapist
What Therapy with Me Looks Like
I’m not a nodding-dog therapist who hides behind a clipboard.
I show up as a real person. I’m honest, warm, direct, and deeply invested in the people I work with. That means I’ll gently challenge unhelpful patterns, celebrate your growth, and sit with you when things feel heavy.
Therapy isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about creating a space where we can explore the questions together.
The Importance of the Relationship
Research tells us that the relationship between therapist and client is one of the biggest predictors of whether therapy works. And I see it every day.
That’s why I offer informal, no-pressure first sessions. Because the most important question isn’t “What’s wrong with me?” “Do I feel safe with this person?”
If the answer is yes, we begin. If not, I’ll help you find someone who might be a better fit. Therapy should be collaborative, not performative.
Empowering Neurodivergent Clients
You Have to Be Ready, Willing, and Able
Therapy only works when you want it to.
I don’t have a magic wand (though I often joke mine is broken and needs replacing). Real change takes real effort, and that means showing up not just physically, but emotionally.
If you’re not ready yet, that’s okay. There’s power in giving yourself time to decide. But if you are ready, willing, and open to growth, therapy can be truly transformational.
Finding the Right Therapist for You (Not Just Any Therapist)
What If Therapy Doesn’t Work?
Sometimes therapy doesn’t click. That’s not your fault. It just means the match wasn’t right.
You don’t need to commit to a therapist forever. Try a session. See how it feels. Therapy is like any relationship; it must feel right to work.
And if you’ve had a bad experience, I hear you. You deserve a second chance with someone who gets it.
Client Success Stories
Why My Lived Experience Matters
I’m a neurodivergent therapist with lived experience of binge eating, body image struggles, and educational trauma. I know what it’s like to feel like you don’t belong.
I’m not perfect, and I’ll never pretend to be. But I’m real. And I will show up fully for you. I believe in honesty, humanity, and the healing power of being witnessed without judgment.
Empowering Neurodivergent Clients
The Power of Walk and Talk Therapy
Some of the most freeing therapy sessions don’t happen sitting across from a couch, but walking side by side.
My walk and talk therapy in Canterbury allows clients to move while they process. It’s grounding, regulating, and almost meditative. The movement itself becomes part of the work.
It’s especially helpful for teenagers, neurodivergent adults, or anyone who finds sitting still under pressure overwhelming.
Becky Stone
I’m Becky Stone, a qualified eating disorder and trauma therapist in Canterbury, Kent. I specialise in supporting teens and adults with issues like binge eating, body image struggles, anxiety, and neurodivergent mental health. As a neurodivergent therapist myself, I work in a way that’s real, grounded, and shame-free, helping you feel seen, not judged.
Whether you’re looking for walk-and-talk therapy in Canterbury or online support from the comfort of home, I’m here to walk alongside you. If this blog resonated with you and you’re curious about starting therapy, I’d love to connect.
➔ Click here to book an informal chat – no pressure, just a safe space to see if we fit.
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