FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT IS PERSON CENTRED THERAPY?

The Person Centred approach is a non directive form of therapy that emphasises the clients own innate ability to heal. It is optimistic, believing at its core that everyone is capable of becoming a better version of themselves. Rather than seeing difficulties like depression or anxiety as something ‘wrong with you’ that need to be fixed, the Person Centred approach views them as valid and understandable responses to challenging experiences. In working with me you will not be dependent on me to do anything ‘to you’ or tell you something special that you don’t know. Rather my role to create the conditions for you to connect with and develop your ‘self’.  As a therapist I am impartial and do not place conditions on what a right or wrong way for you to think, feel and be. This creates a relationship and an environment where all of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours can be explored freely without judgement. By developing an increased awareness and better understanding of your needs you will ideally be more equipped to find personal solutions to complex problems that work in the context of your own life.

DO YOU SPECIALISE IN WORKING WITH MY PARTICULAR PROBLEM?

Primarily I am a relational therapist and take a holistic approach to my clients. Broadly speaking this means I treat the person and not their 'problem' or 'disorder'. While I have a wide range of training and knowledge, I do not consider myself to be an expert or specialist in any particular client group and I prefer to use my human skills over my technical skills. Ultimately my therapeutic value to you is my ability to offer a genuine, authentic relationship in which you can come as you are and feel welcomed.

WHAT ARE YOUR FEES?

My fee is £60 for a 60 minute session.

ARE YOU SEEING CLIENTS IN PERSON RIGHT NOW?

Yes! I think I do my best work in person and I am committed to offering a face-to-face service for all clients who want or require it. I see clients in person at my city centre office in 70 West Regent Street, G2 2QZ. I take a number of hygiene measures to protect me and my clients from the ongoing risk of Covid-19.  I encourage you to speak to me about any safety concerns or worries you may have about face-to-face sessions.

HOW DO YOU STRUCTURE YOUR COUNSELLING SESSIONS?

I tend to offer a fixed appointment at the same time and place every week or fortnight. Sessions last for 60 minutes and my fee is £60 per session. I can offer a fixed number of sessions or we can agree to work together longer term. Typically our sessions are structured in blocks of 6, followed by a review of our work after every 6 sessions.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELATION POLICY?