What You Can Expect From me
I treat all my patients as individuals. I understand how difficult it can be to face your innermost personal problems and have the courage to address them. Perhaps you are seeking counselling for the first time, or have had previous treatment that did not work for you.
My practice is Humanistic, meaning my style is to work in a collaborative way with each client, on the basis that they are the expert in his/her life and history. It is also Integrative, meaning that I draw on a number of psychotherapeutic approaches in response to the issues the client brings to the session.
If appropriate I will advise your GP that I am treating you to ensure there is no duplication of care and to inform them of my proposed course of treatment for you.
Following your preliminary initial consultation you will be invited to attend a comprehensive assessment. This will be your opportunity to offload all your problems and concerns knowing that you are being listened to sympathetically and in complete confidence.
Counselling Service
I offer time limited counselling (a fixed contract for a number of sessions) or longer term open ended work, which is regularly reviewed. I will listen to you and help you reflect on what you bring and where appropriate to develop strategies to move on in a more productive way for yourself. I do not provide a diagnosis or a cure. I try to help you to discover and develop your own abilities for dealing with the problem. I charge £40.00 for fifty minute session and your initial consultation is £30.00.