I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become
Carl Jung
Frequently Asked Questions
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During our first session we will agree the counselling contract, discuss confidentiality and GDPR (how we store your information) , we will find out more about each other, explore your expectations of therapy and what you would like to get from your sessions and set some therapy goals Each session is 50 minutes in duration, providing you with an opportunity for you to explore how you are feeling and what is concerning you.
The number of sessions will depend on your own unique needs. It is recommended that a minimum of four sessions on a weekly or fortnightly basis are attended. However you may feel after a couple of sessions that you don't need any more, or you may decide that ongoing regular therapy for several months or years suits your needs. This is no number of sessions but we will always works towards a planned ending and review your progress regularly.
Everything we talk about in therapy room is kept between us, there are though a couple of exceptions which will be clearly explained fully in our first session. These are concerning the safeguarding of yourself and others and illegal activities. Breaking confidentiality is very rare though. Always remember that you are not required to share anything that you don't feel comfortable doing so, but it can help to be as honest as possible to help the therapeutic relationship
Counselling is a process where a trained a counsellor works with you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Counselling can help you navigate a wide range of challenges and , including but not limited to abuse, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, trauma, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions