What is counselling?
Counselling is a way of helping people to find and use their own resources for coping with difficult situations. The counsellor is not there to tell you what to do.
What is the role of a counsellor?
A counsellor is someone who is trained to listen carefully while you talk through your problems. The counsellor is not an expert authority but maybe thought of as a guide or mentor with whom you work to try and find the way forward which is best for you.
How many sessions do I need?
It is a good idea to think in terms of five sessions though there is nothing to say that you cannot end sooner than that if you wish to. During the fifth session we will look at what has been achieved and whether or not you would like to continue or feel that you have got as far as you need to for the moment. No pressure is put on you, it is your decision and will be respected. Some clients like to take a break and return later (or not at all), others like to continue. There is no rule!
What if I can't make an appointment?
If appointments are rescheduled there is no additional charge - and no problem. If you fail to turn up for an appointment without 24 hours notice then I do reserve the right to charge for that missed appointment.
What does confidentiality mean?
Nothing you say is revealed to anyone else without your specific consent. Any notes made by the counsellor after the session will not contain any name or other information that might identify you. All counsellors are supervised (as are supervisors) but we discuss cases, not people. The only time confidentiality would be breached is if we thought there was a danger of you committing serious harm to yourself or another - especially, though not exclusively, where children might be at risk.
Why can't I cope alone?
We all have times of difficulty in our lives and can sometimes feel overwhelmed by them. Talking to a counsellor can help you to find better ways of coping and give you a fresh approach to your life. Asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness.
Counselling is a way of helping people to find and use their own resources for coping with difficult situations. The counsellor is not there to tell you what to do.
What is the role of a counsellor?
A counsellor is someone who is trained to listen carefully while you talk through your problems. The counsellor is not an expert authority but maybe thought of as a guide or mentor with whom you work to try and find the way forward which is best for you.
How many sessions do I need?
It is a good idea to think in terms of five sessions though there is nothing to say that you cannot end sooner than that if you wish to. During the fifth session we will look at what has been achieved and whether or not you would like to continue or feel that you have got as far as you need to for the moment. No pressure is put on you, it is your decision and will be respected. Some clients like to take a break and return later (or not at all), others like to continue. There is no rule!
What if I can't make an appointment?
If appointments are rescheduled there is no additional charge - and no problem. If you fail to turn up for an appointment without 24 hours notice then I do reserve the right to charge for that missed appointment.
What does confidentiality mean?
Nothing you say is revealed to anyone else without your specific consent. Any notes made by the counsellor after the session will not contain any name or other information that might identify you. All counsellors are supervised (as are supervisors) but we discuss cases, not people. The only time confidentiality would be breached is if we thought there was a danger of you committing serious harm to yourself or another - especially, though not exclusively, where children might be at risk.
Why can't I cope alone?
We all have times of difficulty in our lives and can sometimes feel overwhelmed by them. Talking to a counsellor can help you to find better ways of coping and give you a fresh approach to your life. Asking for help is a sign of strength not weakness.
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