Frequently Asked Questions
How much do you charge?
Fees are £50 per counselling session. Concessionary rates are available at £40 for students and those on lower income. Fees are payable 24 hours in advance of your appointment to secure your booking.
Is everything I say confidential?
What you share with me during our counselling sessions is treated with great care and respect. Our conversations are private, and my aim is to create a space where you can speak openly and feel supported. There are only a few rare situations where I may need to break confidentiality—such as if there is a serious risk of harm to you or someone else, or if the law requires it. We’ll go through these limitations together in our first session so you feel fully informed and comfortable.
What issues can counselling help with?
As a counsellor, I can support with a range of issues, including anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, big life changes, boundary issues, and more.
​
I have a particular specialism in sexual violence, trauma, grief, loss, pregnancy, abortion, and baby loss.
How many counselling sessions will I need?
This varies for everyone. Some people feel lighter after just a few sessions, while others appreciate taking things more slowly and working together over a longer period. It can take time to build trust and open up about deeply personal experiences. What matters most is that you feel supported.
We’ll check in regularly so you can tell me how things feel, what’s helping, and what you might want more or less of. The pace is always shaped around you, and we can adjust things gently as we go. You can stop or pause having sessions at any point.
What if I don't know what to say?
That’s completely okay. Many people feel unsure at first, and that’s a very natural place to begin.
I have a lot of experience working with people who are unsure of where to start or how to describe how they feel. My aim is to help you to feel relaxed, comfortable and there is no pressure to share anything until you feel comfortable doing so. Part of the counselling process is to gently uncover what’s gone on and we can uncover things together, at your pace, in a way that feels safe and manageable.
You don’t have to have it all figured out before you speak. Just showing up is enough.
Are my issues 'bad enough' to need counselling?
You don’t need to have a major problem or to have reached ‘rock bottom’ to seek counselling support. Many people come to counselling to simply understand themselves better or for personal growth. If you’re unsure if counselling is for you, I can offer a no-obligation, free chat to help you decide.
What if I feel too embarrassed or ashamed about my problems to have counselling?
As qualified counsellor, I will provide a safe space for you to talk about whatever is on your mind without fear of judgement, shame or embarrassment. I effectively ‘walk alongside you’ on your therapeutic journey offering empathy and understanding to help you be as open as you can be to then help you flourish and grow as a person.