Website Accessibility Statement

 

Lorraine McLaren Psychotherapy

Last Updated: 28th June 2025

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I am committed to ensuring my website is accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or the technology they use. I believe that everyone should be able to access information about mental health support and connect with the services they need.

I am actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of this website and, in doing so, adhere to available standards and guidelines.

 

My Commitment to Accessibility

 

I strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, an internationally recognised benchmark for web accessibility. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with a wide range of disabilities. Conforming to these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.

 

How We're Making Our Website Accessible

 

We have taken the following steps to improve the accessibility of our website:

• Semantic HTML: We use clear, semantic HTML to ensure screen readers can accurately interpret and navigate our content.

• Clear Navigation: Our website is designed with clear, consistent navigation to help users easily find information.

• Text Alternatives: We aim to provide descriptive alternative text for all meaningful images, so users with screen readers can understand the visual content.

• Keyboard Navigability: Our site can be navigated using only a keyboard.

• Readable Content: We use clear, concise language and maintain good colour contrast between text and background for readability.

• Responsive Design: The website is designed to be fully responsive, adapting to different screen sizes and devices (desktop, tablet, mobile) to ensure a consistent user experience.

• Forms: Our online forms are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and error handling.

• Accessibility Wizard: Tools have been used during the creation of the website to highlight and resolve all identified accessibility issues.