Frequently Asked Questions

Does therapy work for everybody?

Therapy is not a universal cure all, as there is much diversity of culture, temperament, life style, economics, personal motivation, and personality, for any universal truth about therapy to fit all. However for those open to the idea of therapy there are many benefits; professional support whilst working through difficult experiences, improved understanding of self, having a consistent safe space to verbalise your emotions and feelings and much more which all can have positive impact on your life in the long run.

How will therapy make me feel?

Therapy is a very personal and unique process which is experienced differently by each individual thus how it will make you feel depends on your own individual circumstances. You may feel an immediate sense of relief when you begin therapy, maybe because you are being listened to for the first time, or because you have been struggling for a long time. However, you may feel more anxious or distressed when you start, because you have to pay attention to difficult feelings that, in some way, you would prefer to ignore. In this situation, you may feel worse before you start to feel better. However, in the long run therapy should enable you to cope better and therefore feel better.

What happens in the first session?

The first session will be an assessment session which will last for up to an hour. I will ask you a series of questions to gain an understanding of what has brought you to therapy and what you hope to gain from it. You will also have an opportunity to ask me any questions you may also have. There is no obligation after the first session, but it will provide the opportunity for you to ask any questions about the process of therapy or my way of working, and decide if I am the right therapist for you.

How much therapy will I need?

Therapy can be offered on a short or long term basis. The number of sessions depends on what your individual needs are and what you are hoping to gain from therapy. This is something we will discuss and work out together based on our initial consultation, and will be continually assessed throughout the therapeutic process.

Fees

The fee for individual sessions/EMDR is £60 per session for individuals and £65 per session for couples. I work both short term and long term with clients. Sessions are payable at the end of each session by cash or prior to sessions via bank transfer.

Sessions normally take place on the same day and at the same time each week. Sessions for individuals last for 50 minutes and for couples for 60 minutes. Longer sessions can be arranged.

Cancellation Policy: Wherever possible I will try and accommodate requests to reschedule appointments. However, the full fee will be charged for appointments that are cancelled less than 7 days before the appointment.