Support through the closure of Pitsford School
The closure of Pitsford School has touched students, parents, staff and the wider community in deeply personal ways. For many, it's not just a change of school, it's the loss of routine, identity, friendships and a place that felt like home.
As a psychotherapist, Pitsford teacher, and parent of two children who attend the school, I understand this loss from several angles. I offer this support through my private practice, empathco, independently of the school.
A space that’s just for you
Grief doesn't only follow bereavement. It can also follow the loss of a place, a community, or a future you'd expected. Children, young people and adults tend to feel this differently: sadness, anxiety, anger, relief, or simply a sense of being overwhelmed are all common responses.
You don't need the right words, or even a clear sense of what you're feeling, to start. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to process what's happened, at your own pace, and find your way toward what comes next.
You don’t have to work this out alone
I work with children, young people and adults, tailoring my approach to each person's experience.
Pitsford may have closed, but the relationships and memories it gave you haven't gone anywhere. With the right support, it's possible to honour what's been lost while building confidence in what lies ahead.
It starts with a conversation
empathco is a remote practice — sessions take place online, from wherever feels comfortable for you.
We begin with a free 15-minute intro call. No cost, no commitment. Just a chance to talk about what’s going on and make sure we’re the right fit.