FAQs

What is therapy?

That’s a great question to start with. In a nutshell, therapy is about having the time and space to talk openly about what’s going on in your life but with a difference. Rather than sitting down with a friend over a coffee and looking to them for advice, you’re talking with a trained professional. And that’s where I come in.

My role is to work alongside you, gently exploring the different layers of your life to help you develop a deeper understanding of your thoughts, behaviours, motivations and relationships.

Clients often ask me what I think they should do, and this is one of the ways therapy differs from talking to a friend. As a therapist, I’m not here to tell you what to do or give you all the answers. Instead, we work together to explore what’s troubling you, the areas of your life you may be finding challenging, and the ways you’re currently managing the stresses and strains that life can bring.

Ultimately, therapy is about creating a safe, supportive space where you can make sense of what you’re experiencing, understand yourself a little better, and find ways to move forward that feel right for you.

How do I know if I need therapy?

Only you know what you’re really feeling and thinking, but if you’re noticing some challenges in how you’re seeing life, feeling stuck in some way, perhaps becoming more angry recently, experiencing a low mood, finding yourself in patterns of behaviour or relationships that are bringing up difficulties, struggling to overcome a life event, or simply wanting to understand yourself a little better, then you may benefit from therapy.

There’s no hard-and-fast rule and no set reason for seeking therapy, everyone is different. In my experience, most people can benefit from the therapeutic process and from having the opportunity to explore their thoughts and feelings in a safe, supportive and compassionate environment.

How long should I come to therapy for?

That’s entirely up to you. I offer time limited or open ended and when we chat we’ll agree on what suits you best. Therapy is a commitment, both personally and financially and I work with you to get the most out of that commitment but this is your therapy, you make the decisions.

Are sessions in-person or online and how long is each appointment?

For client flexibility I offer in-person, online or telephone sessions. Each session lasts for 50 minutes.

How much does it cost and how do I pay?

£75 - 50 minute online or telephone session.

£80 - 50 minute in-person.

£140 - 90 minute single or monthly maintenance session

I offer concessions on request and subject to availability. Payment is made via BACS before each session.

What’s your cancellation policy?

I ask for 48 hours notice for any cancellations otherwise you may be charged for the missed session. However, sometimes life can throw up some last minute challenges and in some instances we can simply reschedule.

It’s tricky to get out of work in the day, do you offer sessions in the evening?

I do offer some evening sessions, subject to availability. I try to be as flexible as possible with clients and this is something we can discuss during your free 15 minute consultation.

How do I sign up?

Go to my Contact page, fill in the form, press SUBMIT and I’ll get straight back to you to arrange an initial chat.