Frequently asked questions

Person-centred counselling is based on the belief that you are the expert on your own experience. I won't tell you what you should do. Instead, I'll offer empathy, acceptance and understanding while we explore what's going on for you.

Integrative counselling means drawing on different therapeutic approaches rather than using one single approach for everyone. The person-centred approach always remains at the heart of my work, while other approaches may be incorporated where appropriate. 

No. You don't need a diagnosis to access counselling. You might simply feel that something isn't right, that you're struggling, or that you'd like some space to understand yourself and what's happening in your life. 

That's completely okay. You don't need to arrive with a neat explanation. We can begin with what's happening for you right now and explore it together. 

Yes. I have experience working with neurodiverse clients and navigating experiences of overwhelm, planning, routines, executive functioning, demand avoidance, rejection sensitivity, and feeling different or misunderstood. 

Yes. Faith and spirituality can be an important part of someone's identity and experience. Counselling can provide a safe space to explore faith, doubt, questions, meaning and difficult feelings without judgement. Your faith doesn't have to look the same as mine. 

Yes, where it falls within my experience and training. We will always work carefully and at a pace that feels manageable, with close attention to your emotional safety and readiness. 

We'll spend some time getting to know each other and talking about what has brought you to counselling. You don't need to tell me everything straight away. 

Yes, counselling is confidential, with a few important exceptions. What we discuss will stay strictly private and will not be shared with third parties without your consent. However, a counsellor is legally and ethically required to break confidentiality in cases of money laundering, drug trafficking, FGM, terrorism or if they believe you or someone else is at risk of serious, imminent harm. These boundaries will be fully explained during your first session so you know exactly what to expect. 

If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, please provide at least 48 hours' notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice, or missed entirely, will be charged at the full session rate. I completely understand that unexpected emergencies happen, and I will always aim to be as fair and flexible as possible.