YOUR FIRST SESSION

The first session is an opportunity for us to begin getting to know one another and for you to talk about what has brought you to therapy.

There is no expectation that you will arrive with everything figured out.

We can explore what you have been experiencing, what you would like help with and what you hope might be different.

It is also an opportunity for you to get a sense of whether you feel comfortable working with me.

Therapy is a collaborative process, and the relationship between therapist and client is an important part of that process.

A Confidential Space

Therapy provides a confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about things that may be difficult to discuss elsewhere.

You don't have to minimise what you are experiencing or worry about having the “right” words.

We can take time to understand what is going on together.

If Your Relationship Is Part of What You're Struggling With

Sometimes what brings you to individual therapy is closely connected to your relationship or marriage.

You may feel unhappy, disconnected or uncertain about the future. You may be questioning what you want, trying to understand your own feelings, or simply need some space to think without having to make an immediate decision.

You don't have to come to couples counselling to begin exploring these things.

Individual therapy can give you space to understand yourself, your relationship and what you need before deciding what comes next.

→ Explore Relationship & Couples Support

Personal Therapy for Counselling Students

Training to become a counsellor or psychotherapist can be personally and professionally demanding.

I offer personal therapy to counselling and psychotherapy students, providing a confidential space to step away from the role of student or developing practitioner and focus on yourself.

Your training may naturally become part of our conversations, but therapy is ultimately about you: your experiences, emotions, relationships, patterns and personal development.

I believe that developing as a therapist involves more than learning theory and therapeutic skills. It also involves developing a deeper understanding of yourself.

Taking the First Step

You don't need to have a clear understanding of what is wrong before you reach out.

Sometimes the first step is simply recognising that something isn't working for you anymore and wanting to understand why.

Therapy can be a space to pause, become curious about yourself and begin making sense of what you have been carrying.

You don't have to have all the answers before you begin.