Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I first contact you?
I offer a free 15 minute introductory conversation before you decide whether to begin counselling. It's an opportunity to ask any questions you may have and to get a sense of whether working together feels right for you.
There is no obligation to continue after this conversation.
How long is a counselling session?
Sessions last 50 minutes and are usually held weekly. We can discuss together what frequency feels appropriate for you.
Do you offer counselling online and face-to-face?
Yes. I offer online and face-to-face counselling in Lewes, as well as a combination of the two where this feels appropriate.
How much does counselling cost?
Online counselling is £65 per 50-minute session.
Face-to-face counselling is £75 per 50-minute session.
Further information about fees and payment can be found on my Fees page.
What can I bring to counselling?
You can bring whatever feels important to you. You don't need to have a clear understanding of what is wrong or know exactly what you want to talk about before you begin.
People come to counselling for many different reasons, including anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, illness, life changes, self-esteem, or simply because life doesn't feel quite as manageable as it once did.
Will you tell me what I should do?
No. I work from a person-centred approach, which means I won't tell you what decisions to make or give you advice about how you should live your life.
Instead, I will listen, reflect and work alongside you as you explore your own thoughts, feelings and experiences. I believe you are the expert in your own life.
What if I don't know what to say?
That's completely okay. You don't need to prepare anything or know where to start.
Our first session - and every session after that - can begin wherever feels right for you. Sometimes simply having the space to pause and talk can help you discover what is important to explore.
Is counselling confidential?
Yes. What you share in counselling is treated as confidential, with a small number of exceptions relating to serious risk of harm, safeguarding, legal requirements and certain other professional or legal obligations.
I'll explain confidentiality more fully when we begin working together, and you can ask me about it at any time.