Once you contact me I will arrange an initial telephone conversation. Our first session is an opportunity for you to explore what you would like to achieve in therapy and to ask any questions. This session enables you to find out more about me and how I may be able to help you. I offer a number of sessions at a reduced rate for individuals who may not otherwise be able to afford therapy, please contact me for further details. I have a limited number of sessions available for counselling students, please get in touch if you would like to discuss this with me.

Both counselling and psychotherapy are terms that are often used interchangeably and many practitioners use both terms to describe themselves. These terms both fall under the category of ‘talking therapies’, with counselling more often referring to short-term work dealing with present issues or a specific problem that is currently impacting an individual. Psychotherapy on the other had focuses on a deeper level and is more long term. It will explore deep-rooted psychological conflicts and works to provide insight into the impact past experiences may be contributing to the present situation.

This is driven by yourself, and there are no definitive timeframes for therapy. Some clients with a specific problem may only need short term therapy that may last a few months. Alternatively, deep-seated problems will require a more longer-term approach. It is beneficial to have your sessions on a weekly basis to allow the therapeutic process to develop without interruption.

Everything that is discussed within your session remains confidential and I abide by the ethical framework of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). There are exceptional circumstances when confidentiality may need to be broken - this is explained within my contract and privacy statement.

Your initial session will give you the chance to get to know me and discuss what your hopes for therapy are, this allows you the opportunity to decide if I am the right therapist for you. This can also be discussed at any future point within your sessions.

You can pay for your sessions in advance by bank transfer or you can pay by cash or card on the day of your appointment. For telephone and online sessions, your payment must be made prior to your appointment. You can cancel within 24 hours of your scheduled appointment. If you do not attend without prior notice, or cancel within the 24-hour period, the full cost of the session will be charged.

It is never advisable to just stop therapy, it is much better to plan this in advance, this ensures the therapeutic relationship ends successfully with you understanding how the process has helped you. We can discuss time frames at your first appointment.

Are you on a low income?
I offer a number of sessions at a reduced rate to people who may not otherwise be able to afford therapy.
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Students
I have a limited number of reduced rate appointments available for students.