Schedule of intervention

In line with the ABFT model- our work takes place through a series of sessions that include family sessions, individual adolescent sessions, and parent/caregiver sessions. The average length of therapy is usually between 16 - 20 sessions. The first session is an initial consultation, during which the focus and structure of the remaining therapy is agreed, as per a particular family's requirements. 

An example of a therapy plan is as follows: 

• 1 initial consultation lasting 90 minutes

• 5  meetings lasting 90 minutes, each including a 45 minute session with a young person, and a 45 minute session with parents/caregivers

• 5 family sessions lasting 60 minutes

In practice, we tailor the therapy plan as per agreement with the family, and additional sessions may be required depending on the progress of the work. 

We can be flexible in terms of the number and duration of sessions. For example, we can consider planning the work across 60 minute sessions following the initial consultation. However, families should be aware that this may result in a longer, more spaced out overall length of treatment. It is not possible to book 45 minute sessions.