What will the first session be like?
We will already know a little about each other after our introductory call. The first session will allow us to have more of an in-depth chat about your hopes for therapy. We can spend some time talking about what therapy might look like. All first sessions are slightly different, I'm often led by each person and get a sense of what it might feel like for them and then move forward from there.
We will already know a little about each other after our introductory call. The first session will allow us to have more of an in-depth chat about your hopes for therapy. We can spend some time talking about what therapy might look like. All first sessions are slightly different, I'm often led by each person and get a sense of what it might feel like for them and then move forward from there.
Is everything confidential?
We will have explored confidentiality during our introductory call, confidentiality is covered in the paperwork you will receive and agree to prior to us working together. Therapy is a safe space, everything that we discuss verbally or in writing is confidential, you are under no obligation to share anything you do not wish to with me everything in your therapy sessions is confidential so will remain between us however this is not absolute it has some expectations which we be outlined there.
We will have explored confidentiality during our introductory call, confidentiality is covered in the paperwork you will receive and agree to prior to us working together. Therapy is a safe space, everything that we discuss verbally or in writing is confidential, you are under no obligation to share anything you do not wish to with me everything in your therapy sessions is confidential so will remain between us however this is not absolute it has some expectations which we be outlined there.
How do I know if we are a good fit?
Great question!
Finding the right therapist is so so important, in therapy you're probably going to speak about aspects of your life that are not going so well or that you are having a hard time with which can at times leave us feeling vulnerable, so when deciding if we are a good, maybe hold this thought, do you feel like you can open up, does the conversation flow and do you feel at ease. It is totally understandable at first (I still have some nerves with every new person I work with). I'd say we all have a gut feelings and a sense of how we feel about someone - let this help you.
Great question!
Finding the right therapist is so so important, in therapy you're probably going to speak about aspects of your life that are not going so well or that you are having a hard time with which can at times leave us feeling vulnerable, so when deciding if we are a good, maybe hold this thought, do you feel like you can open up, does the conversation flow and do you feel at ease. It is totally understandable at first (I still have some nerves with every new person I work with). I'd say we all have a gut feelings and a sense of how we feel about someone - let this help you.
How will I know if I have been in therapy for long enough?
I feel like this is becoming my answer to everything, everyone is different and so is their time in therapy. I have worked with people short term in 8 session where they have a particular goal they wish to work on. On the flip side of that I have also worked with people longer term for a number of years. This will depend on what your hopes for therapy are. This is dictated by you, you'll have a idea of when you feel you no longer need my support as your therapist. I usually work weekly, then fortnightly then monthly so if you are a person that prefers gradual change this might work well for you.
I feel like this is becoming my answer to everything, everyone is different and so is their time in therapy. I have worked with people short term in 8 session where they have a particular goal they wish to work on. On the flip side of that I have also worked with people longer term for a number of years. This will depend on what your hopes for therapy are. This is dictated by you, you'll have a idea of when you feel you no longer need my support as your therapist. I usually work weekly, then fortnightly then monthly so if you are a person that prefers gradual change this might work well for you.
Can I cancel anytime?
I ask for 48 hours' notice of cancellation to allow for this appointment to be offered to someone else. If we can find a mutually agreeable time that works for us within the same week. We can simply move your appointment. If this is not possible and less than 48 notice. The full fee will be chargeable.
I ask for 48 hours' notice of cancellation to allow for this appointment to be offered to someone else. If we can find a mutually agreeable time that works for us within the same week. We can simply move your appointment. If this is not possible and less than 48 notice. The full fee will be chargeable.
How will I know therapy is working?
You'll most likely find yourself knowing and hearing yourself more. You might notice you feel more in control when anxiety creeps up on you, more able to manage and work through these feelings. You are probably going to understand your process and approach to life and how you do things. You will start developing your own internal therapist, able to make changes and grow without us being in the room together, you will take parts of your therapy journey with you - becoming your own therapist.
You'll most likely find yourself knowing and hearing yourself more. You might notice you feel more in control when anxiety creeps up on you, more able to manage and work through these feelings. You are probably going to understand your process and approach to life and how you do things. You will start developing your own internal therapist, able to make changes and grow without us being in the room together, you will take parts of your therapy journey with you - becoming your own therapist.
Do I have to be in the same place for therapy for every session?
I know that life can be busy, we can feel pulled in lots of different directions. I want therapy for you to be stress free. A therapy session can take place anywhere you feel you can share safely without being overheard. I have supported clients in their cars. If they find themselves travelling a lot so are not in one place. Maybe you live on a narrowboat or travel in a motor home. As long as we have a signal we can make it work. I can also work internationally.
I know that life can be busy, we can feel pulled in lots of different directions. I want therapy for you to be stress free. A therapy session can take place anywhere you feel you can share safely without being overheard. I have supported clients in their cars. If they find themselves travelling a lot so are not in one place. Maybe you live on a narrowboat or travel in a motor home. As long as we have a signal we can make it work. I can also work internationally.
I worry about others feelings what if something upsets you?
The space in therapy is yours, a space where you don't have to worry about others. As a therapist working to support clients, I have regular supervision to ensure I am always working with you in mind and also to explore anything else that might come up.
A supervisor is someone usually has a special interest such as ADHD, ASD or working with a certain client group such children. I always enjoy this time. I enjoy learning and developing alongside my colleagues
The space in therapy is yours, a space where you don't have to worry about others. As a therapist working to support clients, I have regular supervision to ensure I am always working with you in mind and also to explore anything else that might come up.
A supervisor is someone usually has a special interest such as ADHD, ASD or working with a certain client group such children. I always enjoy this time. I enjoy learning and developing alongside my colleagues
Get in touch if you would like to have an informal chat or if you would like more information about my therapy services. Getting started with integrative therapy can be confusing and clients often have questions about what to expect. An initial chat on the telephone or via email may be helpful to those who have not experienced therapy before.