This practice is currently closed and not taking on new clients. It has plans to reopen in a
new location in Buckinghamshire from autumn 2014 at the earliest.
last updated September 2013
My practice
My main approach is psychodynamic. This approach enables people to understand their current difficulties in the context of both current and past experiences. Becoming aware of unhelpful patterns of thought and behaviour is the first step towards change. I am also trained and have experience working using Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
I work face to face with both individuals and couples on a short and long term basis. The length of therapy can be decided together and if need be reviewed during therapy.
The first session
Studies show that the relationship with the therapist is the single most important factor for a successful therapy. It is important to feel safe and comfortable in order to be able to trust and confide problems. The initial session is an opportunity to meet and consider together if counselling would be helpful and if it is something you would like to do.
Therapy
Having decided to begin therapy, sessions are usually weekly and on the same day and time. Individual sessions last for 50 minutes. Couple counselling sessions last for one hour.
Fee
The fee for the initial session of individual counselling is £70. After that the fee operates on a sliding scale (£70-140) depending on your earnings and what you can afford. The fee for couple counselling is £90 per session. In order to run my business effectively and to ensure availability for your next appointment, I charge for missed or cancelled sessions, except in the cases of planned breaks or exceptional circumstances.