Frequently Asked QuestionsIs Counselling Confidential?
Yes, apart from a few exceptions, counselling provides a safe place in which to explore your concerns and anxieties. Your counsellor is someone dedicated to helping you to deal with your difficulties, and cope with them in a new and more effective way.
How are meetings arranged?
Initially you will be invited to come in for an hour assessment interview. This is to meet your counsellor and give an overview of the areas you want to work on. After that the sessions are normally for 1 hour each week arranged between you and the counsellor. We are privately funded and normally discuss our charges when you phone to make the first appointment.
How many sessions will I need?
You don't have to agree to any specific number of sessions. For many people about 4 - 6 is enough, whilst others may continue for many months.
What if I want to end Counselling?
You can end the sessions at anytime, although we do require 2 working days notice of any alterations or cancellations.
Is Counselling a sign of weakness?
On the contrary, it's a sign of strength to have decided to confront the difficulties. The role of the counsellor is to help you understand the problems more clearly, and access your hidden strengths and resources.
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