FAQS

  • I am an accredited and full clinical member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), abiding by their code for ethical and professional conduct.

    I hold a Diploma in Supervision from the Centre for Supervision Training and Development (CSTD-Bath). This supervision training has been officially recognised by the HIPC College of UKCP as a 'Recognised Supervisor Training' (RST).

  • Counselling and Psychotherapy are both talking therapies but differ in their duration and the scope of the clinical work. Counselling is usually focused on a specific issue and is shorter term, whereas psychotherapy tends to be longer in duration and involves a deeper psychological exploration into underlying issues. Psychotherapists undertake more in-depth training with a requirement for significant personal therapy. Whilst I am a Psychotherapist, I have considerable experience of delivering counselling as well as psychotherapy.

  • Yes I have full comprehensive professional indemnity insurance.

    I have a current and up-to-date enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

  • Weekly psychotherapy session: £80.00 - £120.00 for individuals.

    Fortnightly supervision is £75.00 per session for individuals.

    Fees are reviewed annually. 

    I offer some concessionary therapy places for individuals on a lower income and trainee therapists. Concessionary places are limited.

  • Everything that’s discussed in our sessions is confidential with these exceptions:

    • I will discuss aspects of our work with my supervisor and those discussions are also confidential.

    • If I have significant concerns about the safety of others.

    • When required by law, which is very rare. 

  • Sessions last 50 minutes. If you are late the session still ends at the usual time and the full fee still applies.

    I offer weekly psychotherapy sessions as I believe this supports the momentum and success of the work.

    I offer supervision fortnightly but can accommodate different frequencies.

  • Psychotherapy

    Whilst I have extensive experience of offering brief focused therapy, I tend to work mid to long term in my private practice (6 months +). The number of sessions will vary and this will be discussed at the initial consultation and will depend on you and what you are bringing to therapy. We would begin by committing to six sessions and then review and agree on how to proceed.

    Supervision

    The number of sessions and frequency of supervision will depend of your experience, complexity of clinical work and individual needs. We will discuss your specific requirements at the initial consultation.