What you can expect

If you decide you would like to come to see me, we will meet for an initial session during which you can tell me something about yourself, what brings you to counselling, and what your hopes are from it. I will answer any questions you have about working with me.

At the end of this session we will decide whether we want to work together, and will agree an initial contract for either time-limited or open-ended work. 

Time-limited means working for a fixed number of sessions, usually 6 - 12 sessions or up to 6 months, with a clear focus for the work. Open-ended means we will work together for as long as is needed, allowing the conversation to take us wherever you need to go. 

Fees and contracts

So far as possible, I want to offer counselling to people with different levels of income. I have a sliding scale of fees in the range £40 - £60. When we first meet, we will agree a fee that is appropriate to your circumstances

Normally I meet clients weekly at the same time each week and ask for clients to make a commitment to that for the duration of the counselling. If you are unable to attend at your usual time I will try to offer you an alternative appointment within the same week. If that is not possible I charge for the missed session, except for pre-booked holidays. 

Where I work

I work in Fishponds, Bristol BS16. This is accessible from Central, North and East Bristol. It is within about 5-10 minutes drive of the M32, junction 2, and is well served by regular buses.