Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to some of the questions you may have about my service and person-centred counselling here. If you still need to know more information, feel free to contact me.
Is counselling right for me?
Counselling is not just for extremeties. If you don't go to the dentist you end up with decay, the same is true for your mental health and this is often what has happened in such extremeties. We are human beings built for connection which is why this type of counselling works! Also counselling is not just for young people, the oldest client I have worked with was 90 and he got what he wanted out of the sessions, it is never too late.
Is there a difference between Psychotherapy and counselling?
These are often used interchangeably. However, psychotherapy is usually longer term focusing on deeper work while therapy/counselling can sometimes be different types of short term approaches.
How many sessions will I need?
I usually reccomend that clients have sessions weekly as this supports growth. However, some clients may wish to have counselling more or less frequently dependant on their needs and financial circumstances. We can work together to find what suits you best.
Does this information get shared with anybody, including my GP?
These are often used interchangeably. However, psychotherapy is usually longer term focusing on deeper work while therapy/counselling can sometimes be different types of short term approaches.
How regular will our sessions be?
I usually reccomend that clients have sessions weekly as this supports growth. However, some clients may wish to have counselling more or less frequently dependant on their needs and financial circumstances. We can work together to find what suits you best.
What happens if I begin to struggle financially?
We can discuss this in more detail, please don't let this hold you back from receiving support.
Are details of our counselling sessions kept confidential?
Everything said within our sessions will be kept confidential, there are a few restrictions to this which include:
An act of terrorism.
Money or Drug laundering.
Regarding any child (person under the age of 18) or vulnerable adult who may be at risk or has been harmed
You are likely to represent a danger to others or yourself.
Court orders request.
Coroners’ orders request.