Frequently Asked Questions

  • Many people are nervous before counselling. A dedicated page explaining what happens in the first appointment can reduce anxiety and answer common questions.

  • There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. During our first session, we’ll explore what feels right for you. Many people begin with weekly sessions as this provides consistency and helps build the therapeutic relationship. Others may choose fortnightly sessions. We’ll regularly review this together and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

  • Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We’ll gently explore what has brought you to counselling, what you hope to gain from therapy, and answer any questions you may have. There is no pressure to share everything at once we’ll move at a pace that feels safe for you.

  • Many people worry about this before their first session. Please know there is no right or wrong way to begin. You don’t need to prepare anything. We’ll simply start wherever you are, and together we’ll make sense of whatever feels important for you.

  • Yes. Confidentiality is a fundamental part of counselling. There are a small number of legal and ethical exceptions, which I’ll explain fully during our first session, so you understand how your information is kept safe.

  • Yes. I offer face-to-face, online (video) and telephone counselling, allowing you to choose the format that best suits your needs and circumstances.

  • Yes. I offer a free 20-minute consultation where we can talk about what has brought you to counselling, answer any questions you may have, and explore whether working together feels right for you.

  • Each counselling session lasts approximately 60 minutes.

  • Yes. I work with a range of emotional difficulties including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, trauma, relationship difficulties and life transitions. I integrate Person-Centred Counselling with Somatic Therapy, tailoring my approach to your individual needs.

  • Many people worry that they need to have everything figured out before they begin counselling. The truth is you don’t. You may feel uncertain, frightened, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start and that’s okay. Therapy is a space where we can gently make sense of things together, at a pace that feels right for you. I’ll meet you where you are.