What is psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is a collaborative form of talking therapy that provides a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself, identify unhelpful patterns, and develop healthier ways of coping with life’s challenges. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief, or simply feeling overwhelmed, psychotherapy supports lasting emotional growth and positive change at a pace that feels right for you.
How do I arrange a session?
Click on the 'Get in touch' tab at the top of this page and email me to arrange an initial conversation to discuss your needs. I will endeavour to get back to you within 24 hours. Email address: hwjcounselling@gmail.com
How often do I have a sessions and how long are they?
Initially sessions are booked for once a week or once a fortnight. Sessions will last for 50 minutes. The sessions are open ended and therefore you can have as many or as few as you feel you need. It is common to review how many you feel you need after 4-6 sessions.
What happens in the first session?
You will be provided with the address if you are having face to face sessions, or sent out a link via email if online. In the session you will be offered time to be able to talk about the support you feel you would like help with and we will complete some forms together to contract for our sessions.
What are the facilities like?
I have two rooms available to be able to work with both adults and young people. There is an additional area for people to wait for those having sessions, for instance parents bringing young people. Refreshments are available and there is access to a toilet. The facilities are all on one level and has free parking.
How do I pay for sessions?
Payment is requested to be sent prior to or on the day of the counselling session. Reduced fees apply to concessions (over 65, students & individuals receiving universal credit). Please ask if you are unsure if you could receive a reduced fee. Payments can be made via bank transfer or cash in the session. Initial 20 minute phone calls are free.
Cancellations - What if I can not make it?
Whilst sometimes cancellations may happen I would ask that where possible 24 hours notice is given. If you cancel within 24hours of the session and more than once the full session fee will be requested. If you are unable to make a face to face appointment, an online session may be offered as an alternative.
Information for parents
If you are looking for counselling for your child who is under the age of 18, you will be required to attend the session with the young person. However, to adhere to confidentiality you will be asked to remain in the waiting area for sessions to be carried out solely with the young person, having gained their consent.
I also offer sessions to parents to provide guidance on how they can continue to help support their child at home. Please enquire if this is something you are interested in.
Ready to talk?
We can start with a free 20 minute conversation. There is no obligation or commitment to therapy during this call, just an opportunity for you to ask questions, talk thought what you might like support with and get to know me better to ensure you feel i am the right fit for you.
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