Some people may be involved in unhappy relationships or aware that they are repeating negative cycles of behaviour. For others, day to day anxieties, stressful situations or depression might be preventing them from living in a fulfilled way. Post pandemic there has been a noticeable rise in health anxiety and issues around traumatic experiences. Anxiety can also result in obsessive thoughts or patterns of behaviour that negatively impact on lifestyle and relationships with others.

Counselling is designed to offer the time and space to explore such difficulties and to provide an environment where the client is enabled, through fresh insight and greater understanding, to implement new strategies and work towards living in a more satisfying and resourceful way.

As a counsellor I aim to provide a safe, non judgmental and confidential space where we work together to identify any problems or difficulties that clients might experience. Although initially some clients report finding it uncomfortable to discuss thoughts and feelings that are deeply personal, it can be an important part of our work together and lead to a deeper understanding of yourself. I will regularly check that each person is comfortable with the pace of our sessions.

Each appointment will last for approximately 50 minutes to an hour. I always recommend that clients come for an initial assessment session to ensure they feel comfortable working with me. It also provides time to agree on a focus for the work and meeting preference (virtual or face to face).

Once a client makes the decision to continue we agree on a likely number of sessions. Some clients prefer to come weekly, others find it easier to space their sessions out, this will vary according to each client’s individual needs. It is my normal procedure to hold regular reviews in order to check that the client is satisfied with the progress, focus and aims of counselling. Please see below for further detail on my charges and cancellation policy.