What do I offer at Spark Matters?

I offer one-to-one trauma-focused relational therapy for people dealing with distress or the effects of trauma. Most of my work is online, although I can arrange in-person sessions for people in Edinburgh.

I know it can be hard to live in a neurotypical world. If you have sensory, auditory, accessibility or scheduling needs, please tell me what would help. Neurodiversity is acknowledged and appreciated.

People come to me with many different experiences of trauma. We can look at how these experiences affect you and what they mean in your life.

Self-esteem, relationships, life changes, culture and identity can also be experienced as traumatic. I work in a trauma-sensitive way. Your definition of your trauma is evidence enough.

My work is trauma-sensitive and trauma-informed. I work relationally and draw on more than one therapeutic model. I do not use the same approach with everyone; we can find a way of working that fits your needs.

I deliberately offer appointments outside the usual 9–5 working week, including mornings, evenings and weekends. I usually reply within 24 hours.

I charge £45 per session. The first session is 90 minutes at the same price of £45. Subsequent sessions are 50–60 minutes.

I offer a free 30-minute introductory call. Payment is accepted by bank transfer for online sessions; cash is also accepted for in-person sessions. I do not charge extra for appointments outside standard office hours.

Because of the cost-of-living crisis, I consider reduced fees for trainee counsellors, students and people receiving benefits. Please contact me to discuss what may be possible.

Email chhavi@sparkmatters.co.uk or text or WhatsApp 07746 645312 at any time. I will reply to arrange a free 30-minute call so that we can get to know each other. I usually respond within 24 hours.