Holding Space
ABOUT ME
My name is Aliki, and I founded Holding Space to provide a specialized, human-centered approach to some of the most challenging areas of social care. With years of experience in complex case management, I understand that real change happens when people feel truly seen and supported.
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Whether I'm working with individuals facing hoarding challenges, coordinating care for complex clients, or supervising fellow social workers, my practice is built on the principles of dignity, patience, and professional excellence.
Creating a safe place for growth and recovery.
Hoarding Training
Specialist workshops for professionals and families to understand the psychology of hoarding and effective intervention strategies.
Social Work Supervision
Reflective supervision for social workers, providing a space to process complex cases and maintain professional wellbeing.
Professional Services
Care Co-ordination
Seamlessly managing multi-agency involvement to ensure clients receive consistent, high-quality care tailored to their needs.
Consultancy
Strategic advice for organizations looking to improve their response to hoarding and complex vulnerability.
MY EXPERTISE
Complex Clients
Expert support for individuals with multifaceted needs, navigating difficult systems with a trauma-informed lens.
SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE
Understanding Hoarding
Hoarding is more than just "too much stuff." It is a complex mental health challenge often rooted in trauma, grief, or neurodiversity. Traditional clearance-based approaches often fail because they don't address the emotional connection to possessions.
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At Holding Space, I advocate for the Clutter Image Rating scale and a harm-reduction model.
My approach focuses on:
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Building trust and rapport before any physical changes occur.
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Empowering the individual to lead the decision-making process.
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Creating sustainable, long-term safety and wellbeing.
