FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I find the right therapist for me?

Once you've identified a few therapists who seem like a good fit based on their website, book an initial consultation. This is your chance to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, ask questions, and get a feel for whether the therapist is right for you. Consider:

• Can you communicate easily?

• Do you feel comfortable and at ease?

• Is there a sense of rapport?

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What can I talk about?

You can talk about anything that causes you distress or difficulty. All topics and feelings are welcome. You are encouraged to speak openly and be yourself without filtering your emotions or words.

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What if I don't want to talk about something?

You're in control of what you choose to discuss. Therapy progresses at your pace. While some topics may be hard to address initially, especially early in therapy, the aim is to create a safe and trusting environment where you feel able to share when you're ready.

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Is everything I say confidential?

Yes—sessions are confidential. However, confidentiality may be broken in the following cases:

• Risk of harm to self or others (including child abuse or exploitation)

• Acts of terrorism, drug trafficking, or money laundering

• Court subpoena

• Clinical supervision (all supervisors are also bound by confidentiality)

We'll discuss this further in sessions. Personal data is securely stored on a password-protected drive. I'm GDPR-compliant and registered with the ICO.

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How long will counselling take?

There's no fixed number of sessions—it depends on:

• Your therapy goals

• Whether you seek short-term counselling or longer-term psychotherapy

• Your progress

• The therapeutic relationship we build

• Your commitment to change

A good starting point is six sessions. This allows us to get to know each other and begin working through key issues. More sessions may be beneficial for deeper work and are assessed through regular reviews.

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What happens in a session?

We start by exploring your background—family, relationships, key life events, and concerns bringing you to therapy. Share as much or as little as you feel comfortable. Sessions move at your pace. I may offer insights or interpretations to help us explore deeper patterns. I work relationally and prioritise building a trusting, two-way therapeutic relationship.

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Is BWRT like hypnosis?

No, BWRT (BrainWorking Recursive Therapy) is not hypnosis. Hypnosis involves a trance-like state, while BWRT works at the brain's pre-conscious level without inducing a trance. It's fast-acting and uses a completely different approach.

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Why do I need to give my GP details?

GP details are requested for emergencies. If there's a risk of harm, I may need to contact your GP (with your permission) for additional support. I do not inform them of your therapy as a matter of course.

For BWRT:

• For fears/phobias, GP contact isn't needed.

• For other issues, I’m required to inform your GP before proceeding. This ensures your symptoms aren’t caused by an underlying medical condition.

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Can I contact you between sessions?

I’m only available during appointment times, except for rescheduling. I’ll respond as soon as I can if you need to change your session.

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What if I have an emergency?

If you're in crisis, please seek immediate help:

• Call your GP for an urgent appointment

• Go to A&E or contact your local crisis team

• Helplines:

  • Samaritans: 116 123 (free)

  • Text "SHOUT" to 85258

  • Childline: 0800 1111 (under 19s)

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What is your cancellation policy?

Please give at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel without charge. If less notice is given, the full session fee will apply.

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