Therapy is a collaborative practice in which the therapist and the patients engage in a process that helps the patient come to terms with the issue, and then grow and develop from it. It is important to understand that what lies at the heart of this is the assertion that despite the greatest challenges in our lives, there is always a space for us to grow from them. This idea can be very difficult to believe in, especially when we are in throws of something, but it is the basis from which therapy can be conducted.
How long does it last?
This question gets asked a lot as people tend to be in a rush to ‘end’ their emotional pain. However, there is no blanket answer to this. Instead I would recommend that you see therapy not simply as a means to an end, but instead to see it as something that will help you not just in the short term, but in the long term going forward.
How much does it cost?
Please contact me directly regarding costs.
What issues can you help with?
Patients contact me regarding any number of issues. Particularly I specialise in health-related problems, depression, anxiety and bereavement.
However, I would encourage you to contact me regarding the issue and I will always be honest and tell you if what you need help with is outside of my capability.
I am a very private person;
how will my information be handled?
As a member of the British Psychological Society and the Health and Care Professions Council, I have been thoroughly advised regarding storing patient information. All information is stored in a highly secure system of which only I can access.
Do I need therapy?
This question can often be difficult to answer and will often need an assessment to really find an answer. However, I would encourage you to be very clear about why you want to engage in therapy and also about why you feel therapy is the only way in which your needs can be met (e.g.: I can’t talk to my family, I don’t have much support, I need a non-judgemental space, nobody else knows about this, etc.)
However, if you are still unsure please feel free to contact me and I will answer any questions over email. Alternatively we can discuss this via a telephone conversation also before you make any commitments.
Why do I need therapy?
People enter therapy for any number of reasons. Common reasons can include anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties, bereavement, etc. However, often I see individuals with much more nuanced issues such as feeling lost in their life, fertility issues, parenting issues, infidelity, etc. Essentially there is no set list as to why you may need to enter therapy but a telephone conversation and/or assessment can help bring further clarity to this question.
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