COUNSELLING
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Being an Integrative Counsellor means I am experienced in modalities; such as Person-Centred, Gestalt, Object Relations, Self-Psychology, Attachment, Transactional Analysis and Psychodynamic theories.
There are many, many therapeutic approaches out there however the commonalties of the above modalities are their relational aspect.
The therapeutic alliance 'between therapist and client' is now considered the most robust predictor of better outcomes for the client.
Counselling is a collaborative, explorative task and I see the therapeutic relationship being key in bringing about change therefore it is important that you feel safe, accepted and able to talk freely.
I work holistically with a person rather than any diagnosis or label.
I offer a free no obligation 15 minute telephone consultation. This enables us to see how I may be of service to you and to set up our first session.
I will take a brief history and outline of your problems that has brought you to counselling.
It will also be a further opportunity to agree on what to work on together and how long that work maybe for. It could be for a limited amount of sessions or an open-ended contract for longer term psychotherapeutic work.
I will explain the 'therapeutic contract'. It outlines the terms of, confidentiality and its exceptions, duration of sessions, cancellation, supervision, fees etc.
If we agree to work together I will ask you to sign and return the 'Therapeutic Contract'.