Confidentiality is a fundamental part of counselling and is essential in creating a safe and trusting space. What you share in sessions stays between us. There are, however, limits to confidentiality. These include situations where there is a serious risk of harm to you or others, where disclosure is required by The Court of Law, or where concerns relate to terrorism, money laundering, or drug trafficking.

I attend regular clinical supervision in line with BACP ethical requirements. In supervision, client work is discussed to support safe, ethical, and effective practice. Any information shared in supervision is treated with the same level of confidentiality as in counselling.

Feeling nervous or anxious about starting counselling is very common, especially if it is new to you. There is no expectation to know what to say or where to begin, and we can go at a pace that feels right for you.

The initial phone call offers a gentle space to ask questions and see whether working together feels comfortable. If it would be helpful, I can also share photos of the building and route to the counselling rooms, which some people find reassuring, particularly if they are neurodivergent or feeling especially anxious about starting.

Many people worry about being judged, especially when sharing things they may never have said out loud before. I had these same concerns when I first began my own counselling. My role is not to judge you, but to work alongside you to help make sense of your experiences and feelings.

Counselling works best when you feel safe to talk openly. If you ever feel judged by me, I encourage you to say so — we can explore this together as part of the therapeutic process.

The number of sessions needed is dependent on your individual needs and counselling goals. There may be practical barriers to longer-term counselling, such as cost or time constraints; in these cases, short-term counselling can still be meaningful and effective. 

We can discuss your preferences during our first session and hold regular reviews to ensure that counselling continues to meet your needs and remains helpful for you.

My fee is £55 per 50 minute sessions. I occasionally revise my fees, but I do not change the fees within the first six months of starting counselling, and I will always discuss this with you first.