Counselling is a professional therapeutic relationship where you can talk to a counsellor about your thoughts, feelings, and concerns in a safe and confidential environment. It can help you gain insight into your challenges, develop coping strategies, and work towards personal goals and desired outcomes.

Counselling can benefit individuals experiencing a wide range of challenges, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, stress, and life transitions. If you’re struggling to manage your emotions or find it difficult to cope with daily life, counselling may be beneficial.

Sessions for most people are held weekly and appointments are from 50 mins up to 100 mins depending on how long a session you feel you need. How often you book a session with me is always on personal need basis and I will discuss it with you in session in order to provide you with the best counselling experience.

It will always be my preference where possible to hold session in person. However I understand people have busy lives and so Online sessions are available to those who would prefer it.

I regularly assist Individuals, Couples, and Young People. Counselling is open to everyone who needs it.

Your the first session is usually an opportunity for you and I to get to know each other. I will typically gather information about your background, current concerns. We will also discuss confidentiality, fees, and the counselling process. You’ll discuss your reasons for seeking counselling, your goals, and any other questions or concerns you may have. I will also book in your next session with you.

The duration of counselling varies from person to person and depends on your specific goals and progress. Some people benefit from short-term counselling, while others may continue for several months or even longer. You will never be asked to keep up counselling longer than is needed. When it does come to the time where we end the counselling relationship you will be given plenty of notice and it will be mutually agreed.

Occasionally you will be asked to do things that will assist in your Counselling Journey this could be a form to fill in or to take notes after a certain activity. Realistically from the moment you begin counselling the majority of work is put into practice outside the room from the techniques offered to you inside the room. Homework only plays a small part.

No, I understand people have working lives and I have Sessions available up to 9pm along with Saturdays 9am – 1pm and the occasional Sunday when extremely busy.

This is my livelihood so I try be as fair as possible to both patients and myself. If you cancel your session giving at least 48hrs notice there is no charge.

If you just wish to move your appointment to another appointment in the same week subject to availability there is no charge. If you cancel with less than 48hrs notice then full fee is due.

If you miss or fail to turn up then the full fee is due. I will always do my best to fill a cancelled slot. It is not always possible. If you have paid a cancellation fee and I do manage to see another client in the slot you cancelled I will either refund you in full or I will offer a credit against your next appointment.

To cancel or move your appointment please get in touch giving at least 48 hours notice and provide your name and session details.

Demand for mental health services are very busy right now. You should be able to be seen within 48/72 hours from your initial enquiry subject to availability. You can check on the website booking system to find out what sessions are available.

I am up to date with my vaccinations and I would ask anyone with Covid symptoms not to attend sessions and switch to an online session.