First Counselling Session

The first counselling session is called an assessment.  Although this sounds clinical, it’s really just an opportunity for us to meet. 

Feeling nervous or awkward is completely normal. During this session, you will have the chance to understand my counselling approach and decide if I am the right fit for you.

We will discuss:

• Your background and the issues you are facing.
• Confidentiality, fees, and cancellation policies.
• Any questions you might have.

This session also allows me to understand your needs better, ensuring that I can fully support you. You are not obligated to continue after this session.

For couples, the process is slightly different:

• The first session is a longer joint and lasts 90 minutes.
  In the second and third sessions, I meet each partner individually, followed by another joint session to discuss the next steps.

Future Counselling Sessions

Subsequent sessions are typically weekly, on the same day and time each week. The content and approach of these sessions will depend on our agreement and what you aim to achieve. Whether you have specific goals or prefer a more explorative approach, each session is an opportunity to discuss what matters to you.

These sessions are a space to:

• Reflect holistically on your past, present, and future.
• Explore how past experiences influence your current self-perception and interactions.
• Utilise creative tools like drawing, meditation, visualisation, poetry, music, and storytelling to reconnect with yourself.
• Develop and practice the tools needed to create change in your life and relationships.

After a Counselling Session

It is normal to experience a range of emotions after a session—anything from sadness to enlightenment is possible. Whatever you feel, the important thing is to be kind to yourself and discuss these feelings during our sessions.

Ending Therapy

The decision to end therapy is yours to make, and it is beneficial to discuss your reasons during our sessions rather than ending sessions abruptly. A thoughtful and planned conclusion to therapy can be a significant part of your growth and development.