Talking confidentially to an experienced counsellor in a safe, non-judgemental environment can really help you find resolution to difficult issues in your life. Counselling can help you feel supported as you explore difficult situations, identify solutions, and support you as you cope with change.
IS COUNSELLING RIGHT FOR ME?
The initial 1hr appointment can often help clarify what is happening for you. If after one session you don’t feel it’s right, at least you’ve explored a new possibility. It often does feels beneficial to undertake a course of counselling sessions, and this would be discussed at the first session.
WHAT HAPPENS IN A SESSION?
A typical session lasts an hour. To start with, we may discuss what you wish to gain or achieve. We would also discuss the best modality, for example if you are seeking solutions to deeper issues, psychotherapy allows you to explore at your own pace. Whereas if you are goal orientated it may be more useful to employ counselling and integrating CBT methods to assess progress. I will be client-led on how you wish to measure any assessment of benefit. It is just as valid for you to place emphasis on how it feels to ‘be’ rather than ‘do’.
ARE MY SESSIONS CONFIDENTIAL?
Yes, absolutely. Counselling is strictly private and anything that is discussed is confidential between you and your counsellor. There are certain rare legal exceptions which will be clarified at our first session.
