Can therapy help me?
Nearly everyone can benefit from therapy. Having a safe space to talk freely and openly about whatever is calling for your attention is incredibly helpful. Awareness expands our perception and opens up different ways of seeing, being and responding.
Does my problem warrant therapy?
Sometimes people feel their problem or worry is not significant enough to warrant therapy, or feel it is an indulgence. This itself can be part of the issue, the feeling that ones’ struggles or difficulties are not worthy of attention. If there is anything that is bothering you or playing on your mind, you feel lost, stuck, dissatisfied, or there is something you would like to understand or explore more deeply, therapy can be of great help in opening things up and finding a way forward.
I have friends I can talk to, what’s the difference?
Sharing and talking about our struggles with friends or family is an important part of life. However, when we are intimately connected with others, we can often hold back. We can be caught in relating from our established roles and assumptions within a dynamic or we don’t want to be a burden or may fear worrying those we care about. Friends and family may have their own opinions and ideas about what is right for you and may not be able to see objectively or understand fully the complexities of your situation. Talking to a therapist who is unbiased and completely outside of your situation is quite different. A therapist undergoes extensive training and their own therapy process to enable them to bring the presence and skill required to help you meet yourself truly and find your own way.
How long will it take?
This is a ‘how long is a piece of string’ kind of question. It depends on you, the reasons you are coming, what you want to get out of the work and how far you would like to go. Therapy is not a magic wand and does require your commitment and engagement. We live in a world of quick fixes and instant gratification, however therapy needs time. We are complex beings and often when we come into therapy we have already been struggling with our issues for a while. In my experience you will know within yourself when the problems you were struggling with are no longer troubling you. Therapy is an alive and engaged process and at any time we can step back to see where we are, review and consider the best way forward together.
How often do I need to come?
We will meet once a week. Weekly sessions allow the continuity necessary for the work to unfold. There are times we might decide to meet more or less frequently, this would be informed by what is emerging and agreed between us.
How long are the sessions?
Sessions are 50 minutes.
How does therapy end?
Ending is an important part of the therapy process. In my experience you will know and feel in yourself when the issues you were struggling with are no longer troubling you. There are times when practical reasons might result in the therapy ending. It is important to allow adequate time to end the therapy journey with awareness, so that you can best benefit from the work that has been done. Ending is something we can discuss at any time.
What now?
Check out the contacts page to get in touch. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have without obligation. Once we have made contact, the best way to get a feel if I am the right person for you to work with is to come for an initial meeting. This will be an opportunity for you to talk a bit about yourself and what has brought you to therapy. It helps to give us an overview and ensures we are best placed to work together.
What are your fees?
Fees on enquiry.
Nearly everyone can benefit from therapy. Having a safe space to talk freely and openly about whatever is calling for your attention is incredibly helpful. Awareness expands our perception and opens up different ways of seeing, being and responding.
Does my problem warrant therapy?
Sometimes people feel their problem or worry is not significant enough to warrant therapy, or feel it is an indulgence. This itself can be part of the issue, the feeling that ones’ struggles or difficulties are not worthy of attention. If there is anything that is bothering you or playing on your mind, you feel lost, stuck, dissatisfied, or there is something you would like to understand or explore more deeply, therapy can be of great help in opening things up and finding a way forward.
I have friends I can talk to, what’s the difference?
Sharing and talking about our struggles with friends or family is an important part of life. However, when we are intimately connected with others, we can often hold back. We can be caught in relating from our established roles and assumptions within a dynamic or we don’t want to be a burden or may fear worrying those we care about. Friends and family may have their own opinions and ideas about what is right for you and may not be able to see objectively or understand fully the complexities of your situation. Talking to a therapist who is unbiased and completely outside of your situation is quite different. A therapist undergoes extensive training and their own therapy process to enable them to bring the presence and skill required to help you meet yourself truly and find your own way.
How long will it take?
This is a ‘how long is a piece of string’ kind of question. It depends on you, the reasons you are coming, what you want to get out of the work and how far you would like to go. Therapy is not a magic wand and does require your commitment and engagement. We live in a world of quick fixes and instant gratification, however therapy needs time. We are complex beings and often when we come into therapy we have already been struggling with our issues for a while. In my experience you will know within yourself when the problems you were struggling with are no longer troubling you. Therapy is an alive and engaged process and at any time we can step back to see where we are, review and consider the best way forward together.
How often do I need to come?
We will meet once a week. Weekly sessions allow the continuity necessary for the work to unfold. There are times we might decide to meet more or less frequently, this would be informed by what is emerging and agreed between us.
How long are the sessions?
Sessions are 50 minutes.
How does therapy end?
Ending is an important part of the therapy process. In my experience you will know and feel in yourself when the issues you were struggling with are no longer troubling you. There are times when practical reasons might result in the therapy ending. It is important to allow adequate time to end the therapy journey with awareness, so that you can best benefit from the work that has been done. Ending is something we can discuss at any time.
What now?
Check out the contacts page to get in touch. I would be glad to answer any questions you may have without obligation. Once we have made contact, the best way to get a feel if I am the right person for you to work with is to come for an initial meeting. This will be an opportunity for you to talk a bit about yourself and what has brought you to therapy. It helps to give us an overview and ensures we are best placed to work together.
What are your fees?
Fees on enquiry.