Frequently Asked Questions

It means I see YOU as the expert and believe that you have all the answers you are looking for. Working together you will choose what to bring to therapy and I will support and guide you, challenge your thoughts in order to find your true self, reach your potential and feel happier. 

During this FREE 15 minute consultation, there is no obligation to go ahead. 

You will be able to feel straight away if I am the right person to help you.

Together we will agree upon a course of sessions to suit your needs and wishes.

You will be greeted with a warm and friendly greeting. You will be truly heard and listened to. I do not give advice, will not make decisions or choices for you and nor will I judge you.

You will have the opportunity to tell me why you have come to counseling and then once you're happy, we will complete all admin necessary.

Together we will work out what's best for you in terms of attending, days, times and number of sessions. 

MY PROMISE to You is:

I will accept you for who you are

I will be open and honest with you

I will be empathic and help you become more self-aware and achieve the goals you set to gain greater independence

MY wish for you is that at our first session it is the beginning of something new that brings about positivity, happiness and hope for your future. 

This will depend on you as a person and what you are bringing, and wanting to get out of the sessions. Together we can work this out. I offer short, medium and long-term therapy. It is your call - and I strongly believe in working professionally and purposefully to get the most out of your sessions.

Sessions range from £30-£45 depending the session required, this will be determined from our initial consultation. 

I will respond to your call or email within 24 hours, as soon as possible.

In an emergency call for other help; 999, 111, your doctor or The Samaritans

I ask that you take your counselling journey very seriously, be committed and dedicated in the process for successful therapy, the same as I would be for you. It is vital we work well together and keep to timings, not miss or be late to any session. Because I see other clients, if you are late, please still attend. I will be waiting for you. However, your session will have to end at the slotted time due to my other commitments. 

If you are unable to attend your session PLEASE give 48 hours notice and we can rebook. 

All cancellations are taken seriously , as agreed initially from the start of our working relationship, and the session MUST be paid in full on the same day that the session was to be held. 

It is my duty to keep you safe and get the best service for you. 

I have supervision from another qualified experienced counsellor who adheres to the same code of ethics as myself, who oversees all my counselling work in absolute confidentiality.

I would always seek your permission if I needed to refer, share my concerns, thoughts or get support from you first. 

Working in an ethical and professional manner, confidentiality is taken seriously. In terms of what is shared, discussed and written no clients are identified. Confidentially is only breached, in the case when I am required to do so by law. This would be discussed with you, before hand, where possible.

This gentle, 1-1, effective person-centred attachment based therapeutic intervention is a different style of counselling. It is amazing how therapeutic it is and how it helps you to release stress and anxiety. Like other art therapies it helps you to tune into your thoughts, feelings and emotions. You do not have to be artistic and sometimes it is easier to express yourself this way. It can help in many healthy ways such as with your memory, your communication skills, help problem solve and boost your self esteem.

In children it also helps increase brain activity, memory, creativity, become more observant  and improves fine motor skills 

Being creative stimulates the release of dopamine.which in turn makes you feel good.

A great therapy leading to an increase of self-awareness, self-esteem and confidence.

It is also a great intervention that helps clients self-awareness, produces changes that enhance behaviour, relationships and how they think and feel.

Your well being is my priority. I have a duty of care to you and always act in the best interest of all my clients. All registered and certified counsellors are required by law to under go supervision regulary. This ensures I work in a safe and ethical manner and reflect on my own practice, professional progress and safe guarding.