Frequently asked questions

If your question is not answered below please get in contact 

How much do you charge for counselling?

Initial Consultation -  £75

Face-to-face sessions -  £75

Online Sessions (Zoom, Teams or Google Meet) -  £75

Payments are to be made by bank transfer and paid 24 hours before the session.

How long is a counselling session?

Each session is 50 minutes long.

How many sessions will I need?

It is difficult to determine at the outset how many sessions you will need, as this depends on what you want to work on, how you find the therapy, and what else may arise. I can offer short or long-term counselling, depending on your needs. 9-12 sessions are typical for short-term counselling.  

What if I don't feel that the therapy is working for me?

There is no need to continue if you don’t feel that therapy is working for you. However, if this is the case, I hope we can determine why this might be the case. You might feel I am not the right fit for you, and I would be happy for you to find someone you felt more comfortable with.

If I feel, after an assessment session, that I cannot help you, I will tell you and point you towards organisations or practitioners who might be better placed to do this.

Do you accept Insurance?

I am currently registered with AXA, Aviva, Vitality, WPA, Bupa and Allianz. 

What happens after I make initial contact?

The first step is to have an initial consultation session.  In this, I will ask you questions to understand why you are seeking therapy and what you would like to get from it, and I will also take a brief history.

It is also an opportunity for you to ask me any questions and to see if you feel comfortable working with me. If I feel I can help you, and you are happy to continue, I will agree on a regular time for a weekly session.

Please feel free to ask me anything that is on your mind, especially if you are looking for something particular in your counsellor.

What if I can’t attend a session?

If you are unable to attend a session, I will try to offer you an alternative. However, this is not always possible, and if the session is missed, I do have to charge you for it.  

Planned holidays that you take will not be charged, but prior notice must be given.

I appreciate that things crop up or travel can become difficult; however, to ensure all costs and time allocated are considered, cancellation fees apply in the following way.


• More than 24 hours notice - no charge.
• Less than 24 hours notice - 100% charge

What are your qualifications?
  • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
  • Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
  • Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  • Level 5 Diploma in Young Person Counselling

I am an Accredited member of The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to the Ethical Framework.