Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy in Bradford | Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

Occupational Therapy supports people to overcome challenges that affect their daily lives, wellbeing and independence. Whether you are managing a mental health condition, recovering from illness, or living with a long-term condition, Occupational Therapy can help you build confidence, develop practical coping strategies and improve your quality of life.

Our experienced Occupational Therapist has more than 24 years of experience working in mental health and community settings across West Yorkshire. We take a person-centred approach, helping you make meaningful changes that support your goals, wellbeing and everyday life.

Who Can Occupational Therapy Help?

Occupational Therapy can benefit anyone who feels their wellbeing, mental health or daily activities are being affected by life’s challenges. You do not need a formal diagnosis to access support.

We focus on understanding your unique circumstances and helping you find practical ways to improve your wellbeing and achieve your goals.

What Happens in an Occupational Therapy Session?

Occupational Therapy looks at the bigger picture of your life. Together, we explore the factors that may be affecting your mental health, wellbeing and ability to do the things that matter to you.
During sessions we look at:

• The activities and goals that are important to you
• Things you need or want to do in daily life
• Any barriers or challenges you are experiencing
• Your home, work, education or social environment
• Practical ways to improve your wellbeing and independence

We work together to set realistic goals and create a personalised plan that helps you move towards the life you want to live.

Do you use any techniques I might have heard of?

Our Occupational Therapist uses a range of evidence-based approaches tailored to your individual needs, including:

• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques
• Motivational Interviewing
• Solution-Focused Practice
• Stress management strategies
• Wellbeing planning
• Goal setting and habit building

Sessions may focus on:

• Managing stress and anxiety
• Improving sleep
• Developing healthy routines
• Building confidence
• Strengthening relationships
• Improving organisation and time management
• Coping with change and life challenges

Professional and Safe Support

Our Occupational Therapist is fully registered with the appropriate professional body and follows professional standards and ethical guidelines. This ensures you receive safe, confidential and high-quality support at all times.

Ready to Find Out More?

We’d be happy to discuss how we can help. Whether you’re managing a mental health condition, recovering from illness, or simply looking to improve your wellbeing, we’re here to support you.

If you would like to enquire about individual sessions please email Abby at Coppicecollectiveuk@gmail.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Here are some Frequently asked questions to give a bit more information about what to expect:

How much does it cost?

Sessions cost around £65 for one hour (which includes payment for any room hire costs and all the preparation and communication time surrounding this).

Why do I have to pay?

Our therapy is not currently funded by the NHS, so we need to charge in order to pay our therapist and other organisation and business costs.  

If we have funding to potentially subsidise (reduce) this cost, our therapist will discuss this with those who are eligible. 

We are a community Interest company, which means that our income is not for profit and goes back into the business after paying for what’s needed.

Where are the sessions?

Sessions are ideally face to face within the Bradford West Yorkshire area, however virtual options are also available.

How many sessions do I get? 

Number of sessions are negotiable, we’ll review regularly to ensure that they remain useful and don’t continue past your need. 

What happens with my information?

Any information shared is treated in confidentiality according to our policies which you can view here. (at some point very soon)

Is it any good?

Here are some testimonials of what people who have had Occupational therapy with our therapist have said:

TESTIMONIALS:

“ I appreciate how understanding and compassionate you are. You have adapted your working method to help with my anxiety. You tell me how it is in the kindest ways and do not shy away from directing me to the work that I need to do for myself. The ‘homework’ set helps immensely but I know there is no judgement if I’m unable to complete it. Thank you Abby I appreciate your help” Previous patient.“