Individual Therapy
You might be wondering what is therapy? How can it help? Both are fair questions. Therapy with me isn't the clinical, distant kind you see in shows and movies. That's not how I work.
Therapy with me is a space where you don't have to pretend to be a certain person or that everything is ok. Therapy can be intense, confronting, heavy, and emotional. But there's also space for laughter, lightness, and warmth. Wherever you find yourself, I'll meet you with care, empathy, honesty, and warmth.
There's no expectation for you to have everything worked out before you arrive and we'll work together at a pace that feels right for you.
How Therapy Sessions Work
You can attend your sessions either in person in my office space or online from the comfort and privacy of your home. Whichever works best for you. Therapy is a space for you to talk openly about what feels important, difficult, or confusing in your life.
Sessions are weekly, and one week we may focus on your current challenges, while other weeks we may explore deeper patterns, relationships, or past experiences that continue to shape how you feel today. It all depends on what's important to you - you're the expert in your life. These sessions are yours, and I welcome you to be honest with me, particularly if something isn't working for you.
The Initial Assessment
After you get in touch, I'll organise an initial assessment with you. This is a gentle starting point where we get to know one another and explore whether working together feels right for you. During this, I’ll talk you through some of the practical aspects of therapy, including how I work, what you can expect from the process, and the responsibilities we both bring to our work together. It’s also a chance for you to get a sense of who I am and how I approach therapy, and to decide whether I feel like a good fit for you.
I’ll ask some questions about your background, relationships, and personal history. This helps me build a fuller picture of who you are and what has shaped your experiences, and allows me to consider how best to support you. Most importantly, this is your space to share what has brought you to therapy and what you’d like to work through. We’ll move at a pace that's good for you, and you’re always welcome to share as much or as little as you feel ready to.
If at any point during the initial assessment — or afterwards — you feel that I may not be the right therapist for you, that’s completely okay. Finding the right therapeutic fit is an important part of the process. My priority is that you have the support you need, and where possible, I’m very happy to help you think about alternative options or suggest another therapist who may be a better fit for you.
What Happens After the Initial Assessment?
Take some time to reflect on whether working together feels right for you. Choosing a therapist is an important decision, and it’s okay to sit with how the session felt and consider what you need before moving forward. If you decide to begin therapy sessions with me, I’ll let you know my availability and we’ll agree on a regular day and time that works for us both. I’ll then email you a small number of documents for you to read, sign, and return before we begin our first session.
Whatever you decide, I want you to feel supported in finding the right space for you.
How Long Will Therapy Last?
The short answer is: it depends. Some people have a specific issue that we may explore over a shorter period, while others choose to work longer-term to look at deeper themes, patterns, or past experiences. There's no right or wrong amount of time — what matters is what feels most helpful for you.
Every six to twelve sessions, we'll review how therapy is going. This gives us a chance to reflect on what's been helpful, what's shifting, and whether you'd like to make any changes to the focus or direction of our work.
Therapy sessions are yours, and my aim is to help you feel empowered to guide their pace, depth, and direction.
Fees
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Initial assessment: £35
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Ongoing therapy sessions: £55
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Initial assessment and sessions after 6pm and on weekends: additional £10
All sessions last 50 minutes, and fees are charged per session rather than per hour. Payment is made by electronic bank transfer at least 48 hours in advance to confirm your booking.
I review my fees annually each December. If any changes are planned, I will notify existing clients at least one month in advance.
Areas I Work With
This list isn’t exhaustive — if you’re experiencing something different to these areas below and feel like therapy might be helpful, you’re very welcome to get in touch.
Anxiety
Grief
Coping Skills
Depression
Relationship Issues
Men's Issues
Stress
Domestic Abuse
Life Transitions
If something here resonates with you, you're very welcome to take the next step.
