the Process
From Initial Inquiry to On-going Therapy
Sometimes when life has become more of a struggle than a pleasure, it can be useful to take a pause for thought and self-reflection. Relationships can seem set on 'repeat', or forming a satisfactory one feels impossible. Life can feel turned upside down through sudden crisis, or you can feel in a raw state of bereavement when nothing will ever be the same again. Dissatisfaction at work or in life can lead to feelings of lacklustre and of being stuck. Questions like "why does it have to be like this?" or " will things ever change?", might be going around in your head at such times.
Pause For Thought
Coming for therapy provides pause for thought and gives you the opportunity to take your questions, or troubling feelings on and allow for a closer look at what is happening. To be met where you are and feel heard in a confidential, non-judgemental space.
Hidden Dynamics
Psychodynamic therapy is both a method of practice and a particular professional relationship between you and me, as your therapist. It endeavours to help find increased awareness of hidden dynamics unconsciously at play and explore its' influence in your life, to go beyond what is known, and to grow.
Gain Insight
Create the ability to make different choices, improving the quality of our lives. This process is helpful across a spectrum of needs, from serious deep-seated distress, to stuck relationship problems, loss of direction or simply to find richer fulfilment in life.
STEP 01
Contact
Begin with a simple email to share your needs and a brief description about why your seeking therapy. We’ll then arrange an initial consultation based on my availability.
STEP 02
Consultation
Meet for a 60-minute session to discuss your concerns and explore if we’re a good fit. If we both feel comfortable working together, we’ll move to the next stage. If you need time to think, you’ll receive all necessary documents by email after the session.
*non-refundable session payment is required to secure your initial consultation.
STEP 03
First Session
If you decide to proceed, sign and submit the contractual agreement and select your preferred session. During our first session, we’ll agree on ongoing session frequency. You’ll also receive information about policies, location, and next steps. All required documents, contracts, and a new client onboarding questionnaire will be sent for completion before starting your regular sessions.
STEP 04
Ongoing Therapy
After our first session, we’ll arrange regular sessions at a mutually convenient time based on my current availability. Your session rate will be outlined in your contract and based either on the session type or your annual income (discussed during consultation). In-person (Gloucestershire) and online video sessions are available for all clients.
WHAT'S NEXT
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