FAQ

How many sessions do I need?

I provide short-term and long-term (open-ended) counselling according to your needs. I invite you to follow your natural process. You will know when you’re ready to end counselling. We will also review your progress periodically to ensure we stay focused on your priorities. It is most beneficial that you avoid ending counselling suddenly.

How often do I need to come to counselling?

It depends on your circumstances. Most people attend counselling weekly at the beginning. As they progress, many people naturally start to space it out to fortnightly or monthly. Some people then choose to have occasional “check-in” sessions when they need to.

How long is a counselling session?

60 minutes. However, it is more important that we allow each session to have a proper structure of “Beginning, Middle and Ending”. Therefore, please be flexible and allow slightly over time when necessary.

How do I start? What is a typical first session like?

Firstly, we arrange a free 20 minute chat on either Zoom or WhatsApp. A counselling agreement will be completed by email communications from both of us. Once the agreement is completed and the fee is paid (by Bank transfer only). Your booking of the session will be confirmed. All you need to do is to just turn up on time for the session and talk about yourself in a private and safe space with no judgement.

Can I have both in-person and remote sessions?

Yes. We can arrange each session according to your needs.

Do you offer Walk & Talk sessions? If so, where?

Yes. However, it’s weather dependent. The location is in Burley. I will ensure your privacy and confidentiality are secured.

I can feel something isn't right with me, but I don’t know why. How can you help me?

Close your eyes and breath. Breath in through the nose, breath out through the mouth. Right at this moment, there is nothing else you need to think and do. Just yourself, breathing. I am here with you to keep you safe. Tell me, what do you see in front of you? What emotions have been activated? Let’s name it and observe. Allow it to happen naturally. Observe it starting and ending at its own pace.”

This is part of a typical therapy session with me when words become absent. Your body remembers. We will consult your body (feelings, sensations and imageries) to process the hidden wounds.

Please get in touch if you have more questions.