My Approach to Psychotherapy & Counselling
In our first session I will ask you what you’re hoping to get from therapy, and how you’d like things to be different in your life. We can then use this to navigate our work and conversations.
Each week I will facilitate a space for us to talk and explore together. I recognise it might sometimes be tricky to know what to say, or to put words to a feeling, I believe this is because sometimes we simply don’t know what we need, or how we feel. All of this will be a part of our work, and I will be alongside you with any difficult feelings that might arise. We will reflect together on how we are doing, if the pace of the work feels right, whether therapy is what you expected and if you’re finding you’re talking about the things you had hoped you would.
What to expect…
I’ll ask you a bit about yourself, your life and any significant relationships. As well as what would put you at ease in therapy. If any of these questions are difficult to answer, I’ll support you, so you aren’t left wondering what to say. I can also answer any questions or queries you might have about how psychotherapy and counselling works.
The way I work varies depending on who I’m working with - so it might involve simply having space to talk, or it might be useful for me to be more directive and structured in our sessions, to ensure that you feel at ease. I aim to facilitate a balance of comfort and challenge that works for you. I have no hidden agenda and will aim to be transparent in my thinking.