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How many counselling sessions do you think I will need?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Everyone is different and counselling is a very individual thing, so I honestly cannot answer that.  Some people come because they know what the problem is but don\u2019t know how to move forwards so they have a time scale of how long they want counselling.  Other people come because they don\u2019t know where things have gone wrong and want to take their time looking at what they would like to change.  No time is too little or too long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How often should I attend counselling?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You decide what suits you.  I understand that people\u2019s lives are busy and it can be difficult to commit to weekly appointments on the same day at the same time, therefore, I work flexibly to allow you to access counselling whenever suits you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will I feel better after one session?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people say they feel better after one session, however, others say they felt low for a day or two but then said they began to feel better afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no waiting list and you should be able to have your first session within a few days of contacting me. I understand just how difficult it can be taking that first step and I can promise you will under no pressure whatsoever to make an appointment if you contact me. Some people prefer a little time to think about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How long are the sessions?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sessions are 50 minutes long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Will the counsellor give me advice?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am not here to give you advice, tell you what to do or judge you in any way.  The aim of counselling is to help you come to your own decision(s), only you know how you feel in any given situation. I will sum up what I understand you have been saying so that I can help you to form a plan of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is everything confidential?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Confidentiality is a very important part of the counselling service and counselling relationship. All sessions are confidential and your information and identity will not be divulged except for the exceptions that are discussed before you sign the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do I have to talk to you face to face?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No.   Not everyone finds it easy, or is able to attend face to face counselling for many different reasons.  Therefore, I offer telephone counselling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I work in Buckhurst Hill, Harold Wood and Barkingside and can be easily accessed from the M11, M25 A406, A12 and A13. The area is easily reached by buses, London Underground and from overhead train stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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