Plan before arriving
A short pre-visit conversation or questionnaire helps Cathy understand communication preferences, triggers, comfort items, successful strategies and what a good visit would look like for your family.
Sensory Safe Certified · Private studio
A calmer haircut experience, planned around the person.
Haircuts can involve unfamiliar sounds, touch, smells, transitions and expectations. Cathy has completed Sensory Safe Certificate training and offers a private, one-on-one setting where communication, pacing and accommodations can be discussed before the visit.
Personalized care
What to expect.
Consent and predictability
Cathy can explain steps before beginning, ask permission before touch, offer pauses and adjust the order of the service when practical. No client is expected to push through distress simply to finish.
Progress counts
A successful appointment may be a complete haircut, a shorter introductory visit or simply becoming comfortable with the studio and tools. Building trust is a valid goal.
The appointment
A thoughtful process from start to finish.
Connect
Call or text before booking.
Prepare
Share needs, preferences and past experiences.
Visit
Move through the appointment at an individualized pace.
Reflect
Note what worked for an easier future visit.
Common questions
Before you book.
Is the salon completely silent?
The private suite reduces many common salon distractions, but it cannot guarantee a silent or scent-free environment. Cathy will discuss specific needs honestly before booking.
Can we visit before scheduling a haircut?
Ask Cathy about a brief introductory visit. Availability depends on the schedule, but seeing the room first may be helpful.
Can a support person attend?
Please discuss this while planning the appointment so Cathy can prepare the space appropriately.
Do you guarantee a completed haircut?
No. Cathy prioritizes safety, communication and trust. The plan can be adjusted if completing every step is not appropriate that day.
What consultation options are available?
Virtual photo consultations are complimentary. Send current-hair photos, inspiration photos and your hair history for Cathy to review. In-person consultations are $25, and the fee is applied toward your service appointment.
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Cathy Eskar Salon
Private, personalized hair care in Newtown Square.
4885 West Chester Pike · Newtown Square, PA 19073 · (484) 265-1422