Counselling and Therapy Sessions
I offer:
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Individual sessions
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In-Person and Online
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Sessions of a therapeutic hour (50 minutes)
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An initial free phone consultation (20 minutes)
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An initial assessment session
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Open-ended or a time-limited therapy
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Sessions on a weekly basis (on the same day and at the same time)
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A contract which will guide the framework and boundaries of our work together
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Regular reviews to discuss the work so far and to re-assess the work to be done
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Where possible adequate sessions will be allocated for a safe ending of the therapy
The Initial Assessment
This session will be for you to get a feel of what counselling involves. I will check whether you have any questions regarding the counselling contract which sets out the guidelines and boudaries of counselling. This includes the criteria around confidentiality, the time keeping, working collaboratively, the fees, the importance of endings and the clear communication.
We will identify any risks, put safe-guarding measures in place for you, reflect whether counselling is suitable and look at what other specialised support you may require.
You will have the opportunity to share your reasons for seeking counselling, the problems you are facing, your present life circumstances and your personal history.
We will discuss whether we feel we are a good fit to work together and whether counselling and I are best placed to provide you with the support you need.
Online sessions
These will be via video-linked Zoom sessions for which a link inviting you to the session will be emailed to you on the evening before your session. The suitability of online counselling therapy will be taken into consideration. As work is 'at a distance' emergency contact details need to be in place.
Several methods may be used such as text messages, emails, audio and video communication.
To protect the security of the sessions it is important to have a safe therapeutic space without intrusions and being overheard.
I abide by the principles and values of the BACP Ethical Framework and Good Practice guidelines. My work is covered by Professional Liability Insurance. The work is being undertaken in accordance with the laws of UK and any disputes which may arise will be subject to these UK laws.
Counselling Tools
Creative worksheets and tools such as time-line work, drawing, creating collages, etc. may be used to access material that may not be in your direct consciousness.
The use of these counselling worksheets and tools will aid free expression and the release of negative energy.
Children find this useful when they do not know how to put their thoughts and feelings into words and so communicate more comfortably through these symbolic means.
Fees
Sessions are £80/ each
- Payment by BACS - Please transfer payment at least 24 hours in advance of each session
- Concessions considered for trainee counsellors, students, individualson low income
- Notice requirement - Please give me a minimum of 48 hours notice if a session is to be cancelled. Without this notice payment for the cancelled or missed session will be charged in full
Health Insurance
I am a registered service provider with: AVIVA Health, AXA, Vitality and BUPA
Please check your health insurance cover and kindly inform me prior to the start of therapy if you wish to use the health insurance to pay for your sessions.
