What to Expect

What Happens in Counselling?

Counselling (sometimes called 'therapy' or 'psychotherapy') is not about the counsellor telling you what to do - it supports you to explore your thoughts, feelings and reactions and find answers to fit your unique situation.

Whether you come with work problems, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma or other concerns, my starting point is to provide a safe and confidential space where we can explore whatever arises. I offer respectful listening whatever your problems, beliefs, background, identity or age*.

I use a very gentle approach which has been proven highly effective in decreasing symptoms of anxiety, depression, psychological, relational, physical and spiritual distress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  Rooted in Gestalt theory, my integrative approach has an emphasis on listening and curiosity; on awareness of the present and what will be helpful right now rather than on the past or future; and on the person’s innate drive towards wholeness.

I can also use the Enneagram personality typing system if that would be helpful. I enjoy creativity so you could choose to use art, writing or other creative activities in our work together.

* Please note: I do not currently counsel children or young people under 18 years of age

Fees

Initial half hour conversation:  free

Individual therapy session: price on enquiry (concessions available for low income and counselling students)

"For me, being relatively open was a huge risk and you responded with compassion."  J.

"Thank you, it's been incredibly helpful."  H.