Emma Radford
Counsellor in Tunbridge Wells

I am an experienced mental health therapist, specialising in inclusive, affordable and accessible therapy. I graduated with an MA in Dramatherapy in 2016 and since then have broadened my clinical experience and understanding to work in schools, charities and frontline NHS mental health services.

Across my career I have gained extensive experience working with children and young people, families, professional staff and adults with mental health conditions, trauma, bereavement and neurodiversity.

I pride myself on being an adaptive, inclusive practitioner and offering my clients a safe, supportive and collaborative space in which to explore and problem-solve together.

Background & Counselling Qualifications

Masters degree in Dramatherapy and full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Accredited Practitioner of Dialectic Behavioural Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A), Level 2- Association of Psychological Therapies.

Advanced training in safeguarding, child protection and multi-agency working (Designated Safeguarding Lead)

Further trainings in Non-Violent Resistance (NVR, parenting programme), Positive Behaviour Support, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), conduct and behaviour, criminal exploitation, bereavement and trauma, in particular Adverse Childhood Experiences.

My Specialisms

I specialise working with children, young people, young adults and students, and working age adults. I can also offer short-term advisory sessions for parents or carers whose children or young people may be experiencing mental health problems. This can be done with or independently of the young person, depending on how they would like to engage.

Approach to Counselling & How I Work

I work in a collaborative, evidence-based and solution-focussed way, in full support and collaboration with my clients.

Therapies & Rates

Please note the rates detailed below are there to give you an idea of the therapists standard rates, we strongly advise you contact the therapist for more detailed rates and any offers they may have.

Therapy	Appointment Type	Rate
Psychotherapy	Online/Telephone	£60 per 50 minutes
Counselling	Online/Telephone	£60 per 50 minutes
Arts Therapy	Online/Telephone	£60 per 50 minutes
Arts Therapy	In Person	£70 per 50 minutes

Additional Rate Information

Rates range from £60-£80 per session of individual therapy, with a small subsidy for in-person sessions. Parent consultations fees may be higher depending on the complexity and need of the family. Initial 30 minute phone consultation is free of charge.