Therapy Session Information

If you are new to therapy this page just gives you a little bit of information on what to expect.

"A counsellor can be the guiding light that helps you navigate through the darkest of storms"

✨ Some Useful F.A.Q's ...

Consultation

Why a Consultation?

Introductions mainly - This is for us both to ensure that I am a right fit for you ... and it can help me to assess whether I will be able help you on your therapeutic journey.

The relationship between therapist and client is an important one so it needs to be right.

This free no-obligation 20 minute chat can let you know what to expect from the therapy sessions with me .. and we can also discuss what you are expecting to get out of it, especially if it is your first time.

The consultation can take place over the telephone or online via zoom, whatever your preference is.

Confidentiality

Is it confidential?

Absolutely ...Everything said in therapy sessions is strictly confidential.

This is your safe space to say what you want, about what you want.

✧ However - In adhering to the BACP ethics there are a couple of exceptions to this.

Such as disclosures of ...

harm to self or others;
acts of terrorism;
drug trafficking;
money laundering;
child protection issues.

... depending on the circumstances this would be discussed in the session before any further action was taken.

Contract

Why a therapy contract?

The contract is a working agreement between the therapist and the client, it makes sure both parties are aware of the responsibilities required within the therapeutic relationship, however it is being held.

It sets out :

the time, day, cost and duration of sessions
Open-ended or time-limited options
Confidentiality
Ethics (BACP)
Therapeutic Approaches
Cancellation Policy
Working Online / Working in-person

The contract is an e-sign document that is emailed out to you when you book in for your first session, it needs to be returned before we start working together.

Online Therapy

How does online therapy work?

You will be sent an invitation to join the zoom meeting.

It will have all the info including my personal meeting ID and a passcode which you will use every time to join me in the meeting.

Just follow the directions on the screen - when you are in ... and make sure your camera and microphone are switched on.

If you're new to zoom, please don't worry, it will soon become second nature...

Any questions please ask.