Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I need therapy?
During your initial assessment we will determine your goals for therapy. This will help to determine the length of therapy potentially required. Usually, for someone's first time to therapy, I offer a free initial assessment for you to determine if I feel like the right therapist for you. Thereafter, we can determine your goals and if short, medium or long-term therapy is required. As part of ongoing therapy, we can review the time frame for the sessions on an ongoing basis. You are free to exit therapy whenever you feel, although I'll always suggest to plan for an ending to the therapy, so that it is safe and trauma is processed.
How frequent are the sessions?
I offer weekly sessions on the same day and time each week. This will be your personal therapy slot. I close for two weeks at each of the following periods: April, August and December and I ask for a minimal of one week's notice if you can't make a session, wherever possible. I will also aim to accommodate ad-hoc changes to our agreed therapy slot, wherever possible.
How long does a session last?
Each session lasts 50 minutes. This is known in the profession as the therapy hour.
How much does it cost?
Each session costs £60.00. I am willing to consider concessionary rates for those that would benefit from a reduced rate, as my philosophy is to make therapy available to as many people as possible.
Are sessions face-to-face or remote?
I offer face-to-face sessions at my therapy practice based in Ascot, Berkshire, also accessible to clients based in Surrey and Buckinghamshire. I have a confidential therapy room for you to feel safe and not overheard in. I feel there is more to be gained working face-to-face with you, as much of our communication is non-verbal. Having said this, I see the benefits of working online with clients and also offer this approach to therapy, where appropriate.
Who are you registered with?
I am registered with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP).