Question 1

What type of services do you offer?

Accepted Answer

I offer personalised integrative counselling for adults.

This means I can apply various thereputic techniques to tailor our sessions to your specfic behavioual and emotional needs.

Question 2

Can I speak to you before I decide?

Accepted Answer

Absolutley! I offer a free 15 minute telephone conversation so you can ask me any questions about how it will work.

This will also give us the opportunity to get a feel if we are the right fit for each other.

Question 3

What happens in our first session?

Accepted Answer

The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We will talk about what brought you to counselling, what you are hoping for and how I work. The first session will also be where we discuss contracts and confidentiality.

There is no pressure in this first session, as it’s a time for us to see how we will work together as well as an opportunity for you to ask any questions.

Question 4

Is everything I say to you confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your sessions are confidential, although there are instances when I may need to break confidentiality, such as if I feel you may be a harm to yourself or others.

These situations are stipulated in the BACP (https://www.bacp.co.uk)Ethical guidelines and will be explained to you in our first session. If I do need to break confidentiality, I will aim to discuss this with you in the first instance.

Question 5

How many sessions will I need?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, there is no one-size fits all answer to this question, as each person has their own individual needs and circumstances. Some people progress in a few sessions whilst others may benefit from longer term counselling.

Together, we will regularly review your progress and you will  always be involved in decisions about your therapy.

Question 6

How much does each session cost?

Accepted Answer

In person sessions are £45 (50 mins)
Online sessions are £40 (50 mins)

I politely ask that your session is paid for before we convene.

Question 7

Can I cancel a session I have already booked?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can cancel or rearrange an appointment 24 hours before our session.

I understand things come up, so please allow as much notice as possible as after this period payment may still be taken.

Question 8

Can I end counselling at any time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you are free to end counselling at any time when you feel you are ready.

I just ask that, where possible, we plan to end our sessions together, so they can be brought to a gentle close.

Question 9

In a Crisis?

Accepted Answer

Please note that Creating Change Counselling is not an emergency service.
If you are in crisis or need immediate support, please contact:

Samaritans (https://www.samaritans.org)- 116 123 (free, 24/7)
NHS 111 (https://111.nhs.uk)or your GP
Emergency services - dial 999 in immediate danger
Shout (https://giveusashout.org)- Text “SHOUT” to 85258 (24/7 mental health support)