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Are you a therapist working with clients through an interpreter?
Are you thinking about how to connect deeply with a client through an interpreter?
Do you feel unsure about managing the relationship dynamics in interpreter-mediated sessions?
Are you looking for practical guidance and reflective tools to support your work through interpreters?
If yes, I might be able to help!
Supporting communication through interpreters
In an increasingly multilingual world, many therapists are working with clients who require interpreters — but few receive any formal training in how to do this well. Working with an interpreter isn’t just about translation. It changes the dynamic of the therapeutic space, and can raise questions about boundaries, confidentiality, power, and emotional nuance.
Through my own research and experience, I’ve explored what really helps therapists feel confident, ethical, and attuned when working with interpreters. I’m passionate about helping practitioners build these skills — so they can offer inclusive, high-quality support to all clients, regardless of language.
My Research
My MA research focused on therapists’ experiences of working with interpreters in mental health settings — exploring both the challenges and the potential for connection when language is shared across three people in the room.
You can read the full dissertation here:
Read more about the research project in depth here:
Training and support for therapists
I offer flexible training and support to meet you where you are and help you reflect on your current practice. Sessions are always tailored to suit your needs and the context you work in, whether you're new to working with interpreters or more experienced.
Who is the training for?
This training could be useful for anyone working with interpreters in a mental health setting:
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Therapists, counsellors, and mental health professionals
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Support workers or people in caring roles
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Individuals or teams working with interpreters
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Organisations looking to support their staff
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Interpreters looking to learn more about interpreting in mental health settings
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Those new to this work or more experienced
What does the training cover?
Each workshop offers a reflective space and practical tools to consider:
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The impact of working with interpreters on the therapeutic relationship
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How to develop a collaborative mindset
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Navigating common challenges
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Power dynamics and role boundaries
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How to sit with discomfort and unpredictability
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How to build a flexible, reflective, and ethically sound practice
Training options
Training is offered online and in-person, in a variety of lengths to suit your team, time, and budget.
Online
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Info sessions (2 hours)
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Half-day (3 hours)
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Full-day (5–6 hours, including breaks)
Delivered via Microsoft Teams or Zoom
In-person
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Half-day or full-day interactive workshops
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I can come to your organisation or agency
Also available
One-to-one consultation
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A space to chat about and reflect on your individual practice with interpreters
Speaking at events
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I'd love to speak at your conference, panel, or contribute to smaller group discussions
Custom sessions
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Have something different in mind? Please reach out, I'd love to discuss options!