What to expect.
Getting started with counselling
If you've not had counselling before you might feel a bit nervous thinking about getting started.
Choosing the right counsellor for you is so important. It's about finding someone you feel comfortable with, because not every counsellor is a good fit for every person looking for help.
My approach
My clients tell me that it's my calm, kind approach that helps them feel comfortable talking openly. During our time together it is my aim for us to foster a relationship built on trust, acceptance, respect and honesty. I will always go at a pace that is right for you.
What if I struggle to talk about feelings?
Counselling is a talking-based therapy. Talking about feelings can be difficult for some people. It can be hard to find the words to describe how you feel, or even connect with your emotions in the first place.
I can work creatively with clients who might find it useful, using a variety of materials, tools and activities. Working creatively can help you express how you feel without relying on words. Don't worry if you're not naturally a creative person (I'm not either!), you don't need to be ‘good at art’ to benefit from working creatively in counselling.
If working creatively really isn't your thing, that's absolutely ok! I will be led by you and what you need. I'm training in a mixture of counselling methods (including humanistic, psychodynamic and CBT) and can draw on these skills as and when they might be beneficial.
